Life is full of emotions—excitement, concern, confusion, sadness, happiness, etc.—each of which we express with our faces. Unfortunately, after years and years of making the same expressions, you may start to see imprints of them even when your face is at rest. These imprints can come in the form of worry lines along the forehead, parallel lines between the eyebrows, lines on the corners of each eye, and parentheses lines around the mouth. While we should never stop expressing ourselves, we also don’t need to live with them stamped on our faces at all times.
Botox injections with a board-certified plastic surgeon (Dr. Perez-Gurri or Dr. Onelio Garcia) in Miami, FL, is an ideal treatment for anyone who wants to treat the dynamic wrinkles that are beginning to show on their once smooth skin. Botox injections are incredibly versatile, pain-less, immediate, and require zero downtime. You can run in for a treatment on your lunch break and be back to work without visible signs of treatment.
Want to learn more about Miami Botox injections? Schedule an in-person or virtual consultation at Imagos Plastic Surgery today by calling (305) 596-2228 or contacting us online through our website. Our practice is located in Miami and extends all over Florida, including Naples, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Ft. Myers, and many other locations.
Botox is an injectable solution that doctors have used for years to treat wrinkles and fight facial creases. Botox is a brand name for a neuromodulator that is created using the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are some brands similar to Botox, such as Dysport® and Xeomin®, but Botox is the term that you hear most often because it is the brand that is most often used and was the very first injectable botulinum toxin.
Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles so that the injected muscle can no longer contract and cause wrinkles. When the muscles temporarily cease contracting, the wrinkles smooth out, and lines soften, making the facial skin appear softer and far less aged. Dr. Perez-Gurri and Dr. Garcia inject Botox directly into the muscles that are causing the dynamic wrinkles. For frown lines, they might target specific muscles in the forehead. For crow’s feet, they will treat the muscle on either side of your eyes. The injections are highly tolerable, but a topical anesthetic can be used to eliminate any discomfort.
Many patients who are looking for a more “lifted” look will combine their Botox treatment with dermal fillers. If this is something you’re interested in, we can discuss the best options for you based on your skin type, facial features, and aesthetic goals.
Cosmetically, Botox facial injections are used to help improve the appearance of:
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Most people are good candidates for Botox. During your consultation, Dr. Perez-Gurri or Dr. Garcia will ask about your medical history or history of skin conditions, any medication you’re currently on, and any allergies that you might have in order to avoid any unforeseen complications. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant soon or those who are breastfeeding should postpone their Botox injections until their delivery or once their baby is fully weaned.
Botox injections only take a few minutes. You don’t need anesthesia, as the needle used to inject the solution is incredibly tiny. Dr. Perez-Gurri or Dr. Garcia will inject Botox into specific muscles that cause wrinkles to form in the skin. Before your treatment, you will have a conversation with your expert injector to clarify exactly what areas you want to treat. Then, the site will be marked so that every injection is delivered with precision.
It generally takes about 7 to 14 days to see the full effects of Botox. It’s important that after your treatments, you protect your skin from the sun, as the sun’s damaging rays can harm not only your skin but also your Botox results. It would be best if you also avoided strenuous activities for the first couple of days to allow your skin a chance to heal and the Botox to settle.
The effects of Botox can last from 3 to 6 months. As muscle action slowly returns, the lines and wrinkles will begin to reappear and need to be treated again. The lines and wrinkles often appear less severe with time because the muscles are shrinking, and the skin hasn’t been forced into the repetitive movements for some time, allowing time to heal and mend.
At Imagos Plastic Surgery, our main drive and passion are to create a relationship with our patients. Our premier plastic surgery practice aims to ensure our patients receive the highest quality of care and service, experience, and results. During your visit expect to have the highest level of:
Communication— Communication is a critical component of the doctor-patient relationship. Without open communication, you simply cannot achieve the results you want. We focus ample time on each and every patient before, on, and after procedure dates to ensure all questions and concerns are thoroughly addressed.
Honesty— Our goal is to help you achieve the results you want and educate you on the best course of action to get there. We value your health, safety, and total well-being above all and will only recommend procedures that we feel will help you reach your goals.
Empathy— Aging is a part of life. We understand that it could be challenging selecting the right provider for your aesthetic surgery or non-surgical aesthetic treatments. We will do everything we can to educate you, provide you with the time to communicate questions and concerns, and make sure you have a significant role in every step of the process.
During your consultation with one of our highly esteemed board-certified plastic surgeons, you will have plenty of time to ask questions, learn all about Botox, discuss your areas of concerns and how best to treat them. Most importantly, all about what to expect from before and after your procedure. At Imagos, we utilize a cutting-edge software program called Touch MD to help you get a better idea of what each procedure we offer can do for you. You can see Botox before and after photos, track your progress, and much more. Our team of friendly, compassionate experts will help you through every step of the process so that you can go into your treatment with confidence.
You can experience bruising and redness of the injection areas for up to 48 hours. You can resume your regular activities immediately, but shouldn’t plan major events within two weeks of your procedure. You should begin to notice a relaxation of the facial muscles within four to seven days with results lasting anywhere between four and six months.
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Most treatments are quick, in-office visits, lasting between 15 and 20 minutes.
No. Routine injections are required to maintain the quality of your results. Most patients achieve results that last between four and six months, but results lasting up to eight months may happen.
No. While treatments cannot permanently stop the effects of time, most patients don’t see a significant worsening of their wrinkles when they stop BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments.
BOTOX® Cosmetic has relatively few side effects. However, there have been reported cases of headaches, swelling, and bruising following treatment. While rare, BOTOX® Cosmetic may spread and can cause temporary drooping of the surrounding muscles—this is temporary.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is priced per vial. Multiple vials may be needed per treatment. A detailed quote is provided during your consultation to determine your needs.
