Your Botox appointment is quick, usually taking less than 30 minutes, and most people experience minimal discomfort. One of our skilled specialists will have you make a series of facial expressions to determine the target needing treatment. After assessing the target areas, they use a fine needle to inject small amounts of wrinkle relaxer where facial muscles are creating wrinkles. After your appointment, you’ll need about 4 hours of downtime.
Botox
Get Rid of Facial Wrinkles
Botox Overview
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Treatment Length 15 to 30 minutes
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# of Sessions Needed 1
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Downtime 4 hours
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Duration of Results 3 to 4 months
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Locations Offered Plano, Prosper, Flower Mound, Murphy
Better Skin With Botox
Botox relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles to form when making facial expressions. With just a few short sessions, you can have fewer wrinkles and more confidence.
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Frown lines
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Crow’s feet
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Forehead lines
Fast Process
One Session
Short Downtime
Botox Beyond Wrinkles
Botox has a reputation for softening, and even preventing dynamic wrinkles—wrinkles that appear with facial movement. But did you know that these neuromodulators can do more than reduce frown lines and crow’s feet? They also have the power to subtly lift and re-shape certain facial features, offering a more refreshed and balanced appearance.
Botox Beyond Wrinkles
Botox has a reputation for softening, and even preventing dynamic wrinkles—wrinkles that appear with facial movement. But did you know that these neuromodulators can do more than reduce frown lines and crow’s feet? They also have the power to subtly lift and re-shape certain facial features, offering a more refreshed and balanced appearance.
Lip Flip
Often, people think of fillers when it comes to increasing the size of one’s lips. But if you’re not ready to commit to a full pout for 6 to 12 months, you have another option with Botox, which lasts 2 to 5 months.
When injected above your upper lip, Botox relaxes the muscle there, causing it to flip upwards, giving it the name “lip flip.” This doesn’t actually increase or add volume, just provides the illusion of fuller lips.
A lip flip is a great option if you’re considering lip filler, but you want to try something with less commitment.
Fix a Gummy Smile
A lip flip can also reduce the visibility of excess gum tissue, also known as a gummy smile. When the upper lip muscle is relaxed and rolls slightly upwards, it covers more of the gums. So not only does this give your lips more of a plump appearance, but it also creates a more balanced smile.
V-Shaped Jawline
Clenching your jaw muscles can create a more square facial contour that may not match your ideal face shape. When strategically placed in your jawline muscles, Botox relaxes them, preventing you from grinding, clenching, etc. that may contribute to a square jawline. Over time, these muscles shrink from disuse, creating a slimmer, V-shaped profile.
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Paired for Optimal Outcomes
At McGuinness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery, we have three different wrinkle relaxers: Dysport, Xeomin, and Botox. Each one is a neuromodulator designed to relax targeted facial muscles. Each of these products has a different formulation of botulinum toxin. The different recipes affect how soon and how long you see results. During your consultation, we discuss your medical history and goals to figure out which one is best for you.
Dysport
Dysport tends to spread more easily, making it ideal for larger areas like the forehead.
Xeomin
The purest form of wrinkle relaxers is Xeomin. It doesn’t contain any additional proteins, reducing the risk of antibody resistance.
Botox
The most popular brand of wrinkle relaxer is Botox because of how fast it creates results. It can reach delicate areas and usually lasts around 3 to 4 months.
At McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery, we emphasize the importance of preparing for your Botox session during your consultation. For the best results, avoid the following for 4 days before your session:
- Blood thinners
- Alcohol
- NSAIDs
- Harsh exfoliating treatments
- Waxing or tweezing
- Chemical peels
- Dehydration
Post-care is very important for getting the best results from your Botox appointment. For at least 4 hours following your session, you need to stay hydrated and avoid lying down, exercising, or touching the treated areas.
We also suggest you avoid:
- Sweating
- Rubbing, massaging, or compressing the injection area
- Blood thinners
- Alcohol
- NSAIDs
At the time of your appointment, our team will discuss any side effects to look out for. Some common side effects include mild redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site. These side effects will usually resolve within just a few days. More serious side effects such as drooping eyelids or eyebrows happen if the Botox spreads to nearby muscles—but this rarely happens.
Yes! You can pair Botox with any of our aesthetic treatments. Here are our suggestions:
- Filler – To replenish lost volume, you can use fillers. These hyaluronic acid injections restore volume in wrinkles, give your lips more of a plump look, and contour your facial features.
- Microneedling – To address signs of aging and hyperpigmentation, this treatment can boost collagen and elastin to give your skin more elasticity, firmness, and support.
- Laser skin treatments – By harnessing the power of light, we can address the root cause of wrinkles and fine lines by stimulating collagen and elastin production. These treatments can also address hyperpigmentation, skin laxity, and large pores.
- Facials – Our Hydrafacial works on all skin types to treat wrinkles, fine lines, dry skin, and other concerns that you may have. This 3-step process involves cleansing, extracting, and nourishing your skin with targeted and specialized serums.
Our team can customize a treatment plan with Botox to give you healthy, radiant, and clear skin.
