Botox with the Best in Cleveland

Botox is an FDA-approved injectable treatment. It works as a neuromodulator, meaning that it temporarily relaxes facial muscle, thereby reducing the look of moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles. The serum contains botulinum toxin type A which blocks nerve signals to the injected muscle so that they can’t contract or routinely move and create pronounced lines on the surface of the face. Botox can be used to smooth a variety of facial wrinkles including forehead lines, frown lines, and crow’s feet. Botox also makes facial skin very smooth and firm for an energized and youthful appearance and creates the perfect surface for creaseless foundation and makeup products.

Yes. Botox is a safe, convenient, and FDA-approved treatment with minimal side effects. If you are still apprehensive, rest assured that The Skin Center’s safety protocols are of the highest standards and our licensed, experienced, expertly-trained clinicians are some of the most skilled in the greater Cleveland area.

Patients might experience mild bruising of the injection site or a slight headache. These side effects should gradually subside within two days. Although very rare, some patients might experience Botox migrating and weakening nearby muscles. This sometimes occurs when patients do not keep their heads upright. The rare side effect may cause temporary eyelid or eyebrow drooping and will usually correct itself in a few weeks.

Patients at The Skin Center in Cleveland can expect an easy and convenient treatment by one of our state-licensed aesthetic clinicians. The treatment offers quick, skin-perfecting results without limiting natural facial movements and expressions. Botox is most effective when used to treat dynamic wrinkles—frown lines, forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet—triggered by repeated muscle movements. The Botox serum temporarily relaxes the facial muscles to alleviate and reduce these stubborn signs of aging.

Botox injections are quick and convenient. First, a licensed injector on our team will identify where each injection should be precisely administered. Next, the clinician will use a tiny microneedle to inject Botox serum into specific facial muscles. Each facial area usually takes fewer than five minutes, but this can vary depending on the severity of your wrinkles or the extensiveness of your treatment.

Patients might experience light redness or minimal bruising around the injection site. This will clear up in 1-2 days and can easily be covered with concealer or foundation. For normal daily activities, Botox requires no downtime as long as you refrain from lying down and maintain an upright position until the night following your appointment. We recommend that you do not participate in exercise or strenuous activity for at least 24 hours. Further, pressure should not be applied to the treated areas for at least five hours after your treatment.

The full effects of a Botox treatment are typically seen about 10 days after treatment. Once the neuromodulator takes effect and the treated muscles are fully relaxed, the skin surrounding the facial muscles will look smoother and with fewer visible lines and wrinkles. We use precise injection placements to ensure the untreated facial muscles still behave normally and allow for natural-looking facial expressions.

A good candidate for Botox is over the age of 18 and wishes to reduce the signs of aging by smoothing existing wrinkles—forehead wrinkles, mouth or neck lines, crow’s feet, or laugh lines—or prevent signs of aging by reducing repeat facial movement. Good candidates can be any age over 18 and any gender.

Not at all. Many of our patients are in their 50s and request Botox to slow down the aging process and restore a youthful appearance. At The Skin Center, we take the time to personalize your unique skin care journey. Our aesthetic clinicians can address your concerns and recommend alternative medical spa treatments or supplemental treatments for your comprehensive anti-aging plan. We suggest scheduling a complimentary consultation with a member of our team so that we can best create a plan and determine if Botox is the most suitable option for you.

Yes. Botox is effective as a preventative treatment for lines and wrinkles. Younger patients who do not already have wrinkles but would like to preserve a youthful appearance might still consider Botox treatment. The neuromodulator effect that smooths existing wrinkles also works to relax facial muscles and suppress repeat facial movements, thereby preventing the major cause of wrinkles and aging. Patients who begin Botox treatments early and consistently can expect more effective preservation and aging prevention.

Yes, we use the same formula for all genders and Botox can be used on men. At The Skin Center, Botox is the most popular and most frequently requested treatment. It can effectively prevent or reduce distinguished forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, and frown lines between the brows.

At The Skin Center, we don’t believe in a cookie-cutter approach. We understand that every face is different and it can be difficult to estimate the number of Botox units a patient might need before we meet in person. That’s why we require an initial consultation so that we can better address your skin care needs and provide a customized treatment plan. After your consultation, we break down your step-by-step treatment plan as well as any associated costs. We will also include recommendations for maintaining your best results and the projected units needed going forward.

Dysport is an alternative FDA-approved injection most commonly used to treat frown lines between the brows. While Dysport has a specialized use case, Botox is more versatile and can be used to treat a variety of wrinkles and lines. 

Deciding which treatment is better depends on your individual skin care goals and expert-recommended treatment plan. If your desired results require specialized treatment for frown lines, one of our aesthetic clinicians will ensure that Dysport is part of your treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Patients seeking a fuller, plumper upper lip could consider a Botox lip flip. A lip flip is an injection technique that involves the precise injection of Botox to relax the muscle of the upper lip. The relaxed muscle causes the lip to roll slightly upward for a more pronounced and voluminous look. This effect usually lasts up to 3-4 months. 

The lip flip can also be used to correct a gummy smile or as an alternative lip enhancement to dermal fillers which typically add more volume to the lips.

Botox cannot be used to treat under-eye puffiness or dark circles. It can, however, be used to minimize crow’s feet (lines at the corners of your eyes) and create a more bright and youthful eye area. For puffiness and dark circles, dermal fillers are commonly used—this is another treatment offered at The Skin Center.

Yes. In fact, your personalized treatment plan might include a combination of Botox, dermal fillers, and Ultherapy to achieve your desired results. When combined, these treatments are often more effective, longer-lasting, and achieve a more precise result.

This depends on your individual aging process and timeline. Since Botox is approved for patients 18 years or older, you can begin treatment as early as 18. If you start to notice fine lines appearing while your face is at rest, this might be a sign to begin Botox treatment. Botox is most commonly used to treat wrinkles that are already visible, but many patients begin Botox treatments as a preemptive measure to preserve a youthful appearance.

Botox is safe for most patients, but you should avoid getting Botox if you are pregnant or nursing. This treatment is not suited for those who are hypersensitive to botulinum toxin. Infections at the injection site should be healed and completely cleared up before resuming or beginning Botox treatment. Those with neuromuscular diseases (such as multiple sclerosis or myasthenia gravis) should also avoid Botox treatment.