FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
BOTOX
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What is Botox?
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A medication used to temporarily relax the muscle that causes wrinkles
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How long will Botox last?
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3-4 months
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How many units are typically used?
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Forehead: 12 – 30 units
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Frown lines between eyes: 15-20 units
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Crows Feet: 8-12 units per eye
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TMJ: 15-30 units per side
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When will I see results of Botox?
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3-5 days after procedure with full result in 2 weeks
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Will I bruise after Botox?
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You may have very small bruises at injections sites
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Limitations AFTER Botox?
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DO NOT lay flat for 2 hours
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DO NOT put makeup on for 2 hours
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DO NOT massage injection site
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DO NOT sweat for the rest of the day
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NO facial treatments (massages, chemical peels, microdermabrasion ect. for 1 week after treatment)
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DERMAL FILLER
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What is filler?
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An injection that enhances the facial volume of area injected
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How long does filler last?
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6-8 months (on average)
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Where is filler used?
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Lip enhancement
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Cheek enhancement
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Smile/frown lines around mouth area
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To fill deep lines of the face
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Will I bruise after filler?
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You might have small bruising at injection sites
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Drinking alcohol can make bruising worse, especially with lip filler
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