BOTOX is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States, with over a million procedures annually which has been FDA approved for over 30 years. It is remarkably safe and has predictable results.

BOTOX works to combat aging by freezing the muscles that cause wrinkles. Only those muscles that are not essential for function are treated, such as muscles for frowning or wrinkling the forehead.

At Tattoo MD Medispa, you can receive BOTOX for the following areas to smooth away wrinkles:

• Frown lines
• Forehead lines
• Crow’s Feet
• Nose wrinkles
• Marionette Lines and chin wrinkles

Numerous scientific studies have shown that BOTOX® benefits headache sufferers. This was discovered incidentally among patients receiving BOTOX® for cosmetic purposes. In addition to reducing forehead wrinkles, BOTOX® was also preventing headaches! There are now standard treatment protocols depending on the type of headache - migraine or tension. Injection sites differ depending on the type of headache and the location of pain.

Call TMD Medi-Spa now to set up a no-obligation consultation! Special pricing of $7.50/unit when purchasing a vial (100 units) for headache treatment applies. Although BOTOX® treatment is safe and effective for migraine and tension headaches, it is not a substitute for medical evaluation of your headaches by your personal doctor. We advise that you consult with your physician prior to deciding on BOTOX® treatment.

1. How long do BOTOX® & Dysport® last?

The effects of botulinum toxins last an average of 3 months. That means that it will last less than 3 months for some and more than 3 months for others.

2. How do I know if I’m getting “full-strength” BOTOX?

BOTOX comes as a dry powder containing 100 units of the substance, and it cannot be injected without first being dissolved in saline. It can be reconstituted in a large or a small amount of saline but that does not matter as long as you are getting the specific number of units that you have been told. Dysport has the same handling as BOTOX.

3. I heard that BOTOX is a poison. Is it safe to use in humans?

As with most of the medications used today in medicine, BOTOX is entirely safe in the doses used to treat wrinkles (less than 100 units). No deaths or systemic problems have ever occurred from authentic BOTOX Cosmetic.

4. How does BOTOX® make my wrinkles go away?

BOTOX & Dysport work on the muscles in your face that cause wrinkles. Most often, they are used for wrinkles caused by frowning, squinting, and raising one’s eyebrows. When these movements are suppressed with BOTOX, the wrinkles may fade greatly. The extent of this process depends on how deeply set the wrinkles are and the youthfulness of one’s skin.

5. How much botulinum toxin should I expect to need in one visit for wrinkle treatment?

This varies greatly from patient to patient. Most commonly, you would use 15-50 units of BOTOX per visit, but this depends on the areas treated and the strength of the muscles in those areas. If you have had BOTOX before, it is helpful to let us know how many units were used for you previously.

6. Is there any downtime after BOTOX or Dysport?

After 20 minutes, there is no swelling at the injection site. Occasionally (<10%) there can be a small bruise, but this goes away and can be covered with make-up. Botulinum toxin effects become noticeable at about 3 days and are maximal by about a week.

At TMD Medi-Spa, we customize your treatment during your FREE Consultation. Usually, some combination of BOTOX®, dermal fillers, Vi Peel , microdermabrasion, IPL Photofacial, or Fraxel is what it takes to make your skin look younger and healthier.

If you are interested in any of our skin rejuvenation procedures, call TMD Medi-Spa and schedule your free consultation today!