BOTOX Cosmetic

What is Botox Cosmetic?

Botox Cosmetic is an injectable treatment derived from a purified protein. It is manufactured under strict quality control standards and is administered in extremely dilute dosages by licensed medical professionals. It is interesting to note that the first use of Botox was in for treatment of lazy-eye in children by a pediatric-opthomologist in BC. Her husband, a dermatologist, adapted Botox for cosmetic use in his practise.

How is Botox Cosmetic used?        

A tiny amount of Botox Cosmetic is injected into the muscle that creates the dynamic wrinkle. When Botox Cosmetic is injected into a muscle, it blocks the nerve impulse from reaching that area, and as a result, the muscle relaxes. As the muscle relaxes, the dynamic wrinkle overlying the muscle is smoothed away.

Will Botox Cosmetic give me a fake, frozen look?

Not if you are treated by an experienced doctor who will be able to determine the right dose and injection technique for you. The treatment only relaxes the muscle beneath the frown line at the injection site, so the other elements of facial expression remain active. It also has no effect on the sensory nerves, so you will have normal feeling in the treated areas.

How long do the effects of Botox Cosmetic treatment last?

The effects of a Botox Cosmetic treatment usually last three to four months, at which time another injection is required. After several treatments, the effects of Botox Cosmetic may begin to last longer.

Are Botox Cosmetic treatments safe?

Yes! Botox has been licensed in Canada since 1990 as a safe and effective treatment. In 2001, Health Canada approved Botox Cosmetic for wrinkle therapy and it is proven to be very safe through extensive research and testing. In the amounts used for wrinkle therapy, the most common side effects, such as bruising, are temporary and localized to the area of injection.

Is this treatment for everyone?

There are very few restrictions regarding Botox Cosmetic treatments. Clients who are pregnant or nursing, or have neurological disease should not be treated.

What can I expect on the day of my treatment?

A tiny amount of Botox Cosmetic is injected, very precisely, into the muscles being treated. Because the needle is so fine and only a small amount of liquid is used, the pain associated with these injections is minimal to none. No sedation or local anesthetic is required, and you can resume normal activities immediately. Some clients experience a slight temporary bruising at the injection site.

Botox Pricing

$12.00/unit or $10.00/unit (if doing laser treatment or dermal filler package)

Based on Canadian Consensus Guidelines:

Frown Lines: No Lines at Rest = 25 units, Fine Lines at Rest = 35 units,Deep Lines/Male Brow = 45 units

Crows Feet (per side):No Lines at Rest = 9 units, Fine Lines at Rest = 12 units, Deep Lines at Rest = 15 units,Deep Lines to Temple = 21 units

Brow Lift: Each side = 5 units

Forehead Lines: No Lines at Rest = 10 units, Fine Lines at Rest = 15 units, Deep Lines at Rest = 20 units

Bunny Lines - Nose (per side) No Lines at Rest = 4 units, Fine Lines at Rest = 6 units, Deep Lines at Rest = 8 units

Downturn Mouth: Each side = 5 units

Smoker's Lines:  Lips = 8 units