It has been about 30 years since Botox was introduced as a treatment for twitching eyes and crossed eyes , to help cerebral palsy patients. Back in 2002, Botox Cosmetic was approved by the FDA for use by dermatologists to treat facial lines and wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes . A skilled dermatologist is able to do this by expertly determining the correct injection points to disable the nerves in the forehead as well as between and around the eyes.
With pricing all over the map nowadays, , its important to know what the costs associated are . First, Allergan, the maker of Botox Cosmetic , charges the doctor or spa about $500 per vial (100 units). Clinics and Spas also have to include the cost of the consultation, pay the attending physician’s assistant or nurse and include the overhead associated and so on . When you see Botox advertised for $99 per region , or less than $6 per unit, you will want to be careful and find out exactly what kind of treatment you’re going to get . It’s much more common to pay in the realm of $10-15 per unit, and most reputable places will charge by the unit and not by the area . Some patients might take about $350 to treat mild to moderate wrinkles around the forehead, while others with more severe wrinkling could easily be in the $500-$800 range.
The unfortunate truth about Botox spas, and even some medical clinics, is that the attending doctor or nurse may have only attending a weekend course in Botox to get certified . Maybe that particular person hasn’t done more than a few treatments and maybe they just don’t possess an intimate knowledge of facial musculature and the associated nerves . In order to get the best results and achieve the new, more youthful look you desire , you should ask to see some before / after pictures and read up on your doctor or nurse . Ultimately, a few hundred dollars in price difference doesn’t matter if you don’t like how you look.
1. Don’t bargain shop with your face ! In order to offer Botox for less, some place have been known to dilute the botox mixture to make it “go further” . For you, this means your treatment will give less than perfect results and won’t last as long .
2. Watch out for places that advertise Botox by the area . For example: $199 for eleven lines and eyebrow lift . In order to make a profit, unscrupulous places may simply space out the injection points in order to cover all the areas . Again, you won’t be happy saving money of the treatment doesn’t work! Let a skilled injector decide how many units are required to give you the best results .
3. Disclose any and all medications you are on before your treatment.
4. Do not take alcohol before your treatment.
5. Avoid laying prone after getting Botox.
6. Don’t rub your face after your treatment.
7. Don’t be afraid to ask if you are receiving Botox Cosmetic (Botulinum toxin A that is FDA approved for cosmetic use) and not another, lesser or inappropriate toxin . Dysport is another increasingly popular Botox clone, but make sure you know ‘why’ you are being sold Dysport over Botox, and don’t be sold merely on the fact that it may be slightly less expensive .
8. If you want to get the best results and avoid getting unsatisfactory results, consult an experienced doctor at a leading Beverly Hills Botox clinic.
Botox is a great treatment when it’s done right. . Find a reputable and skilled Bevelry Hills dermatologist, doctor, or medical assistant with experience and lots of before/after images. The more you get Botox, the less you will need to maintain your ‘expression’ on an ongoing basis. If you decide to discontinue, it will be as if you never had it and your face will return to its natural state.
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