Botox®
Smooth, Natural, and Confident — Feel Like Your Best Self with Botox® Cosmetic
The aging process is inevitable, but with the right cosmetic treatments, you can control how aging affects your appearance and boost your confidence at any age. For many men and women, Botox® is a secret weapon to fight the effects of aging. It is a minimally invasive, low-risk cosmetic injectable that softens wrinkles and fine lines and slows the formation of new ones. This treatment is recommended for 11-lines, crow’s feet, neck banding, and worry lines in the brow and forehead area.
Our nurse injectors at Maloney Plastic Surgery work closely with every patient seeking Botox® and fillers. We will carefully assess your needs and goals and determine the right treatment plan for you.
Discover What to Expect with Botox® Cosmetic
Why Are So Many People Getting Botox®?
If you’re considering Botox® because a friend or coworker just got it and looks great, you’re not alone. Many of our patients come to us for Botox® and fillers after seeing the results out in the world. But why exactly has it become so popular? In short, it’s a low-risk, high-reward treatment that’s quick, minimally-invasive, and effective. Here’s a closer look at what to know about this treatment.
What Exactly is Botox®?
It is a safe, FDA-approved cosmetic injectable made from botulinum toxin, a neurotoxin that temporarily freezes muscles. Okay—it sounds a little scary—but under the care of a licensed medical professional, treatment is considered safe and low risk. At Maloney Plastic Surgery, we will walk you through all potential treatment risks and ensure that you are well-informed about your care. Our injection specialists are also highly qualified and experienced, and they treat hundreds of patients with Botox®, fillers, and other cosmetic injectables every year.
Each injection targets a specific group of muscles responsible for movement in the face or neck. Because it blocks nerve signals to the muscle, the muscle can’t contract, and your face and neck will relax, smoothing out existing wrinkles, preventing the formation of new wrinkles, and giving the face an overall more youthful appearance.
How Are Botox® Injections Used?
It can reduce, eliminate, and prevent the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. It can smooth the skin and give you a more youthful appearance.
Botox® injections can be used on or around your:
- Eyebrows
- Eyes
- Forehead
- Neck
Is is also used in other medical applications and can be used to treat medical conditions like:
- TMJ
- Headaches and migraines
- Excessive sweating
Who Is a Good Candidate for Treatment?
You can start getting injections as young as 18 years old. The younger you begin, the more significant your results will be. This treatment is a great preventive tool for reducing the effects of aging, but it can still be beneficial even if you’ve seen fine lines and wrinkles develop already.
You should consider Botox® if you:
- Have frown lines or forehead furrows.
- You have crow’s feet.
- You have bunny scrunch lines.
- You have wrinkles on your neck or chest.
- You want to prevent new wrinkles from forming.
- You have dynamic wrinkles that are mild to moderate.
Most people can safely receive injections, but some medical conditions can disqualify you from treatment, including neuromuscular diseases, allergies to any ingredients in Botox® Cosmetic, and pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Botox® Treatment
Enjoy the benefits
It is a quick, effective treatment. Most people notice results after around 7-14 days. You will see lines soften and deeper wrinkles diminish. You may need to undergo more than one session of injections to reach your goals. Your results generally last around 3-4 months, but most people choose to get injections every three months to sustain results over time.
Be aware of the risks
Injections are a low-risk procedure; however, any cosmetic or medical procedure can carry risk. You may experience pain, swelling, redness, or bruising at the site of the injection. If you get Botox® under your eyes, you might experience eye irritation or redness. If you experience any tenderness, bruising, swelling, or inflammation, you can apply a cold compress and take an over the counter anti-inflammatory painkiller. If you have any concerns, you should contact our office immediately to speak to your injection specialist.
Scheduling a consultation for Botox®
When you come in for your initial consultation, you will meet with both Dr. Maloney one of our clinical coordinators. Dr. Maloney will examine you to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure. He will discuss details of the operation, show you before and after photos and review your surgical options. A member of our team will review surgical fees, financing options and answer any other additional questions you may have. If you choose to have surgery with Dr. Maloney, you will return for a pre-operative consultation about three weeks prior to your operation. At this pre-operative appointment, Dr. Maloney will review the surgical plan with you as well as go through consent forms, and give you your prescriptions. One of our team members will take pre-operative photos, review all of your surgical instructions and give you a packet of information so when you leave this appointment you will have everything you need for surgery.
The Skin Care Specialists
Setting Realistic Goals for Your Injectable Treatment
To determine if you are a good candidate for injections, you will first meet with Dr. Maloney’s team of expert injectors for a consultation. They will go over the uses and possible alternatives, and what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. You can ask any questions you have. Our team may ask you about your medical history, medications you’re currently taking, your lifestyle, and what your hopes and goals are for undergoing treatment. If you are a good candidate, you can have injections that same day.
Injections are administered as an outpatient procedure with no downtime or recovery time. Because the needle used is so thin, you will not need any anesthesia or numbing before we begin. We will map out the areas being treated and confirm your treatment with you before we begin. The number of injections you need will depend on the size of the treatment area and the depth of your wrinkles. Each injection only takes a few seconds to administer. You should not rub or massage the treatment area for at least 24 hours, avoid exercise for 24 hours after treatment, and avoid lying down for 2-4 hours after treatment.
Ready to Get Started? Schedule a Consultation with Our Tucson Skin Care Specialists
If you have been searching for the best skin care team to help achieve the best results with Botox in Tucson, AZ, SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION with our team at Maloney Plastic Surgery & Skin Care. We have decades of experience, and we work closely with each client to assess their needs and help them reach their goals safely and comfortably.