Botox® is a purified protein, approved by both the FDA and Health Canada, designed for use in specific muscles involved in facial animation. Expertly administered by our highly skilled doctors, the treatment typically lasts between 3 to 6 months. Common areas for Botox® application include frown lines, crow’s feet, bunny lines, and lines around the eyes and nose.
Our clinic in Calgary emphasizes the importance of precision in this procedure and exclusively uses premium products to ensure the highest standards of care and results for our patients. This commitment to quality has earned us a reputation for offering some of the best Botox in Calgary.
Areas: Upper and lower face, forehead lines, vertical frown lines, platysmal bands, gummy smile, underarms and for excessive sweating
Duration: 3 – 6 months
Downtime: 20 minutes
Performed by: Cosmetic Dermatologist
Pair with: Medical Grade Skincare
Costs:
Our physicians only inject Botox® or Dysport®. These costs are purely to give you a sense of the costs. As each individual has different needs, such as the size of the area, depth of lines and bundled discounts, the cost for your specific treatment plan will be determined during your consultation.
Choosing Beacon Dermatology for your Botox® treatment in Calgary ensures you receive care from top-tier medical professionals with specialized expertise in Botox® applications. Our team is highly qualified and deeply committed to providing personalized care. We prioritize understanding each patient's unique needs and aesthetic goals.
In addition, we use only the highest quality products at Beacon Dermatology, ensuring safe and effective results. Our meticulous approach and attention to detail in administering Botox® injections distinguish us in delivering natural-looking and long-lasting outcomes.
Botox® works by targeting nerve tissues within your skin. This injectable treatment contains what’s known as a neurotoxin, which disrupts the normal functioning of nerve tissue signals in a way that successfully lessens the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Both medical and cosmetic Botox® have been used for decades. In our clinic, we use it to enhance facial beauty, and it is also used to treat chronic migraines, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), lazy eye, neck spasms, and other medical conditions.
When Botox® is injected into specific muscles, it blocks the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. Instead, those muscles do the opposite: they relax. This approach helps smooth wrinkles formed by facial expressions such as frowning and smiling.
Here are the treatment areas for cosmetic Botox® at Beacon Dermatology:
Botox® Cosmetic can address multiple areas simultaneously. Talk to our skin experts about your aesthetic goals and desired outcomes so we can empower you to understand all the options that are available to you at Beacon Dermatology!
Botox® Cosmetic may be right for you if you’d prefer to receive regular, quick Botox® injections in the comfort of our office rather than undergoing a more invasive procedure, such as a facelift, forehead lift, or brow lift. Botox® is ideal for men and women who want to refresh their appearance in a safe, non-surgical way.
The only way to decide if you can and should undergo Botox® Cosmetic treatments is to schedule a complimentary consultation. During your consultation, our doctors will perform a facial analysis, discuss your needs, goals, and expectations, and review your medical history to ascertain if Botox® treatment in Calgary is right for you. We ask that you also come prepared to share your medications, allergies, and medical history.
To prepare for a Botox® session, you must follow specific guidelines to ensure optimal results. For example, you may be asked to avoid taking blood-thinning medications and supplements like aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin E a week before your appointment to minimize the risk of bruising. It's also advisable to refrain from alcohol consumption for at least 24 hours before your appointment.
When you book your appointment, we will give you detailed instructions and encourage you to contact us if you have any questions.
A Botox® session is a quick and straightforward procedure that, on average, takes only 15 to 30 minutes. After cleaning the treatment area, our doctors will apply a topical anesthetic to your skin to maximize your comfort and help you relax.
Carefully and precisely, our doctors will begin injecting Botox® into the muscle areas that you and your doctor have agreed to target. The number of injections depends on the treated area and the desired results. Once your session is completed, you’re free to leave our office and go about your day.
Botox® recovery is relatively simple, with minimal downtime. Patients can resume most activities immediately but should avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours to prevent the spread of Botox® to unintended areas.
If you’re a smoker, please make every effort to quit. Smoking after Botox® can delay the healing process and can cause your desired results to fade much sooner than they normally would if you didn’t use tobacco products.
Please stay upright for a few hours post-treatment and avoid rubbing or massaging the treated areas to prevent dispersing the toxin. Any mild redness or swelling at the injection sites usually resolves within a few hours. Bruising, if it occurs, can be minimized with cold compresses and will typically fade within a week.
Regular follow-up treatments can help you maintain your results. Follow-up Botox® injections can be scheduled approximately every four months. Also, we kindly suggest that you drink water throughout the day (water helps your skin stay plump and hydrated).
Cosmetic Botox® is administered with the intention of enhancing your natural beauty and boosting your confidence. In addition to brief session durations and little downtime, here are some of the most noteworthy benefits of receiving Botox® treatment in Calgary:
In addition, regular follow-up injections will make it possible for you to maintain your results for years to come.
Botox® Cosmetic is generally considered a safe treatment, but like any medical procedure, it may have some potential side effects. The side effects can vary from person to person but typically include temporary swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection sites.
Some individuals may also experience a mild headache or a feeling of heaviness in the treated area. There is a rare chance of temporary eyelid drooping or asymmetry in facial expression. To minimize these risks, selecting a qualified and experienced practitioner like those at Beacon Dermatology is essential.
There are various alternatives to Botox® Cosmetic. One popular option is dermal fillers, which can enhance volume and reduce wrinkles through substances like hyaluronic acid. Topical treatments such as retinoids or peptides can also improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines over time.
Laser therapy and microneedling are two additional options that can stimulate collagen production, resulting in firmer and smoother skin. Each alternative has unique benefits and considerations, providing a range of choices for those interested in enhancing their appearance without using Botox® injections. For a more personalized answer, please schedule a consultation with our team.
The price of Botox® is determined primarily by the amount of units we need to use in order to achieve your desired results. A more aggressive treatment approach will involve more units, so the cost of Botox® in Calgary at Beacon Dermatology will vary from one patient to the next.
Our physicians only inject Botox® Cosmetic or Dysport®. These costs are only estimates to give you a sense of the costs, and all prices are subject to change.
Yes, Botox® was approved by Health Canada. Health Canada has approved botulinum toxin for treating frown lines in adults younger than 65.
Botox® treatments are generally well-tolerated and are not considered particularly painful. Patients often describe the sensation as a little pinch at the injection site.
The results of Botox® treatments typically last between 3 to 6 months. The duration can vary depending on the individual's metabolism, the area treated, and the amount of product used. Regular follow-up treatments help maintain the desired effect.
Botox® injectable treatments take approximately 15 to 30 minutes. Most patients return to work immediately after the procedure.
