Are BOTOX & Wrinkle Relaxers Painful?

Most patients tolerate BOTOX injections well and are able to resume their normal activities immediately afterward. You may feel a slight pressure or pinching sensation with the injections. For patients who are nervous about needles, we will be happy to apply a topical anesthetic to help you feel as comfortable as possible.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Depending on your chosen cosmetic procedures, you may only need a few treatments to achieve your aesthetic goals. However, BOTOX’s effectiveness decreases three to four months after treatment, so regular maintenance appointments are advised to maintain your results. Discontinuing BOTOX injections may result in the return of fine lines and wrinkles.

How Long Until I See Results?

BOTOX injections create immediate results. You can resume your day with a subtle boost in your appearance! The treatment may last four to six months, and regular appointments are recommended for longer-lasting results.

Can I Combine BOTOX & Wrinkle Relaxers With Other Procedures?

Of course! Please let us know during your consultation if there are any additional cosmetic procedures you would like to include in your personalized treatment plan to rejuvenate your appearance. We often receive requests to pair BOTOX with other minimally invasive treatments, such as dermal fillers, to create a refreshed look. We are here to help you achieve your aesthetic goals!

What Are the Risks Associated With BOTOX & Wrinkle Relaxers?

Although BOTOX is an FDA-approved and safe treatment when applied by a board-certified provider, patients are advised that it is associated with the following risks: Allergic reaction Pain or swelling Blurry vision Difficulty speaking or swallowing Infection Headache Flu-like symptoms Please contact LM Medical NYC immediately if you are experiencing any unusual side effects from your BOTOX treatments.

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BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers

Introduction

Introduction to BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers

BOTOX can help refresh and rejuvenate your look by relaxing and softening wrinkles — and it can do so much more. Most people are familiar with BOTOX® injections as an anti-aging treatment for lines and wrinkles. However, when used by a talented dermatologist or facial plastic surgeon, BOTOX can also be used to lift the brow, slim the jawline and make upper lips appear fuller. . Our aesthetic teams at LM Medical NYC in the Upper East Side and Greenwich Village offer BOTOX cosmetic treatments for our patients to address and treat a wide variety of facial concerns. Please call our office and continue reading to learn more about the various ways BOTOX injections can help enhance your facial features.

What Are BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

BOTOX has a long history of use in medical and cosmetic procedures. After receiving FDA approval in 1989, it was first used to treat moderate to severe frown lines. Today, it has useful applications for a wide variety of cosmetic uses.

BOTOX works by relaxing targeted muscles. Depending on the muscles targeted, this can have the effect of smoothing and minimizing fine lines and wrinkles. BOTOX can also help shrink over-developed facial muscles or relax certain muscles to provide a “lift” to areas of the face. Some of the cosmetic procedures skin expert Dr. Morgan and our aesthetic team provide using BOTOX injections include:

To find out more about how BOTOX can enhance your features, please schedule a consultation with LM Medical NYC at our Manhattan clinics.

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What Are the Benefits of BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

Many of our NYC patients enjoy BOTOX for its wide applications across a variety of cosmetic concerns. Some of the benefits of BOTOX include:

Minimally-invasive
FDA-approved treatment with little risk
Quick and efficient procedure
Little to no downtime
Enhanced appearance
Minimized fine lines and wrinkles

Who Are the Best Candidates For BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

Dr. Morgan recommends BOTOX injections for candidates in NYC who share some or all of the following characteristics:

Seeking improvement in fine lines to subtly enhance their facial features
Prefer treatments that are quick and efficient
Can maintain regular upkeep of BOTOX injections
Have realistic expectations for what BOTOX can accomplish

What’s the first step?

If you are interested in learning more about how BOTOX can boost your appearance, please schedule a consultation with a member of our skin specialty team at either our Greenwich Village or Upper East Side clinics. Our board-certified providers will review your medical history and evaluate the facial muscles that would be best to target with BOTOX to achieve your desired effect. You will then receive a personalized treatment series plan for BOTOX, which you may begin that day or schedule for a later time.

What to Expect on the Day of a BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxer Treatment

When you are ready to receive your BOTOX injections, a member of our certified skin specialty team will explain how the BOTOX will be applied to your targeted muscles and how it will achieve the desired effect. Then, the targeted area will be cleansed and prepped for the injections. The treatment typically only requires 5-20 minutes, and there is limited downtime following the procedure.

BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Recovery

One of BOTOX’s many benefits is that it is a quick, minimally invasive treatment that requires little downtime after the procedure. In fact, many of our patients resume their daily routines shortly afterward! You should maintain your treatments with regular follow-up appointments every three to four months to get the most out of your BOTOX results.

How Much Do BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of BOTOX and wrinkle relaxers in New York City will vary depending on the cosmetic procedure targeted with BOTOX, the maintenance sessions required to achieve the desired results, and facility fees. In your consultation at LM Medical NYC, you may receive an overall cost breakdown for every BOTOX treatment.

The LM MEDICAL NYC Difference

Dr. Morgan Rabach is a board-certified dermatologist and media expert known for her expertise and cutting-edge techniques using BOTOX, fillers, and medical-grade skincare to help her patients achieve natural and stunning results. Ranked “#1 dermatologist” in NYC by RateMDs, Dr. Morgan has also been featured as a “Superdoctor” in NYTimes Magazine for the last five years and granted the “TopDoctor” designation by Real Self. She has been featured in New York Magazine, Elle, Oprah Magazine, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, and Men’s Health, and is a regular contributor to Healthline for her expert views on all things skin.

In addition to her private practice, she is a Clinical Assistant professor of Dermatology at The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. She graduated from Brown University with Honors in Biology, earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, completed her medical internship at Yale New Haven Hospital, and her dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, where she served as chief resident.

BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers FAQ’S

Depending on your chosen cosmetic procedures, you may only need a few treatments to achieve your aesthetic goals. However, BOTOX’s effectiveness decreases three to four months after treatment, so regular maintenance appointments are advised to maintain your results. Discontinuing BOTOX injections may result in the return of fine lines and wrinkles.
Of course! Please let us know during your consultation if there are any additional cosmetic procedures you would like to include in your personalized treatment plan to rejuvenate your appearance. We often receive requests to pair BOTOX with other minimally invasive treatments, such as dermal fillers, to create a refreshed look. We are here to help you achieve your aesthetic goals!
Although BOTOX is an FDA-approved and safe treatment when applied by a board-certified provider, patients are advised that it is associated with the following risks:
- Allergic reaction
- Pain or swelling
- Blurry vision
- Difficulty speaking or swallowing
- Infection
- Headache
- Flu-like symptoms
Please contact LM Medical NYC immediately if you are experiencing any unusual side effects from your BOTOX treatments.

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Schedule a Consultation

BOTOX cosmetic treatments can offer a fast, safe option for making subtle changes to the face. World-renowned dermatologist Dr. Morgan is one of the top experts in using BOTOX injections for cosmetic treatments. If you are interested in learning more about BOTOX cosmetic treatments, contact our Greenwich Village or Upper East Side clinic via phone, text, email, or online booking form to schedule a skin consultation. All appointments are subject to a $150 cancellation fee if canceled or rescheduled within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment.

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