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Botox at a Glance
Cost
$12-15/unit
Anesthesia
None
In-Op Length
30 minutes
Recovery
None
Whenever a person laughs, smiles, or makes any kind of facial expression, the muscles of the face contract and, over time, this repeated action can cause permanent furrows and creases on the face. These wrinkles are found most prominently around the areas of the forehead, mouth, and the eyes. Botox is one of the leading non-surgical procedures for alleviating these obvious signs of aging and improving the appearance of moderate-to-severe lines and wrinkles around the face.
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Heather M.
I have been to Dr. K multiple times for fillers and every 3 months I see him for my Botox treatments. He always takes the time to discuss what we are doing and makes sure he knows exactly what I am looking for. My results are nothing short of amazing every single time!! I love that he makes sure my face still looks like MY face and not someone with obvious fillers. He gives me just enough so that I look like myself but years younger. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Lacy M.
The office is immaculate. I’m always greeted with a smile and everyone remembers my name!! I’m usually in and out of the office, not like usual doctors’ offices where you sit and wait and wait. They get you in, they do their thing, answer all your questions, and send you on your way.
What is Botox Cosmetic?
Cosmetic Botox is a prescription medicine made from botulinum toxin type A, a form of the same toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Injections of botulinum toxin temporarily reduce activity in the associated muscles, helping improve moderate to severe forehead lines, crow’s feet lines, and facial wrinkles. Botox can also treat frown lines, including lines between the brows, and soften forehead lines caused by repetitive facial movements.
Botox is also used as a prescription treatment for certain medical conditions, including chronic migraine, cervical dystonia, muscle spasms, severe underarm sweating, excessive sweating, and overactive bladder. It may help improve bladder control and some forms of urinary incontinence. As an FDA approved treatment, Botox has been evaluated through clinical trials for its approved cosmetic and therapeutic uses.
Who Is a Candidate for Botox Injections?
Patients seeking a nonsurgical way to address visible signs of aging may benefit from Botox treatments. During your consultation, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, especially muscle or nerve conditions, vision problems, allergic reactions, nerve disorders, asthma symptoms, neck pain, swallowing difficulties, or a skin infection near the planned injection site. You should also disclose any vertical bands connecting the jaw and neck or other abnormal facial change that may affect treatment planning.
Provide a complete list of medications, including over the counter medicines, blood thinners, sleep medicine, and any other botulinum toxin products you have recently received. Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or concerned about whether Botox may pass into breast milk should discuss treatment with their provider.
Seek immediate medical attention if serious symptoms occur after treatment, including general muscle weakness, all over muscle weakness, swallowing problems, or difficulty breathing. Dr. Kayastha will review your health history, cosmetic goals, and previous procedures to determine whether Botox or another treatment is appropriate.
Botox is widely known for targeting and relaxing key facial muscles responsible for causing wrinkles on the forehead, crow’s feet, and frown lines.
What Happens During Botox Treatment?
Most patients tolerate Botox injections well, but we can supply a topical numbing cream if needed. After washing and preparing the treatment area, the injector then places the gel under the skin and into the specific muscles. This requires extensive knowledge of facial muscles and anatomy, so you should always receive injections from licensed and experienced injectors. Depending on how many areas you choose to have treated, your procedure can take as little as fifteen minutes.
What Can I Expect After Botulinum Toxin Type A Treatment?
Some patients experience minor swelling or redness at the injection site, as well as some discomfort. It can take up to a week for the injection to completely take effect, but patients normally retain some movement of the treated muscles while Botox is in place. It’s important to avoid rubbing or massaging the treatment area after the procedure, as this can cause the injection to spread to unwanted areas. Botox usually lasts from three to four months, after which the injection can be repeated.
To see what Botox can do for you, contact our office and schedule a consultation with Dr. Kayastha who can create your unique treatment plan.
With no incisions or anesthetics, the Botox procedure is one of the most popular nonsurgical options due to the lack of pain associated with both injections and recovery.
Alternative Procedures to Botox
Juvederm
Juvederm is a popular hyaluronic acid filler designed to add volume and structure to the treatment area. By adding volume, Juvederm can also decrease the appearance of wrinkles and loose skin.
Read MoreJuvederm Voluma
Similar to Juvederm, Juvederm Voluma uses a hyaluronic acid base to add volume to the face. However, Juvederm Voluma is specifically designed to plump hollowed cheeks, creating a much more youthful appearance overall.
Read MoreRadiesse
Radiesse injectables are designed to smooth out wrinkling and line formation by adding volume to the treatment area. At the same time, Radiesse works to strengthen your natural collagen production, ensuring stronger skin longer after the solution has faded.
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Dr. Sanjiv Kayastha
Dr. Sanjiv Kayastha is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience. He has been recognized as a Castle-Connelly Top Doc for 10 consecutive years for his excellence in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Kayastha founded K Plastic Surgery, where he specializes in breast surgery, body contouring, and mommy makeover procedures. He has performed thousands of procedures for patients in the Albany area.
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