Botox® Cosmetic Treatment
Overview
Botox® Cosmetic is a non-surgical injectable treatment that temporarily relaxes targeted facial muscles to soften expression lines and prevent deeper wrinkles from forming. It is one of the most widely performed aesthetic procedures worldwide and has been safely used for both cosmetic and medical purposes for over 20 years.
Treatment is quick, requires little to no downtime, and delivers natural-looking results that help you appear refreshed without changing your facial expressions.
What Can Botox® Treat?
Botox® is commonly used to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated facial movements, including:
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Forehead lines
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Frown lines ("11 lines" between the eyebrows)
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Crow's feet
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Bunny lines (wrinkles on the nose)
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Chin dimpling
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Lip lines
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Downturned corners of the mouth
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Neck bands (platysmal bands)
Botox® can also be used preventatively to slow the formation of deeper expression lines.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for chin surgery if you:
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Have a receding or underdeveloped chin
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Have an overly prominent chin
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Feel that your chin is disproportionate to your other facial features
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Want to improve the balance of your facial profile
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Are in good overall health
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Do not smoke, or are willing to stop before surgery
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Have realistic expectations about the results
During your consultation, Dr. Danino will evaluate your facial proportions, chin, jawline, and profile to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
How Does Botox® Treatment Work?
Botox® contains purified botulinum toxin type A, which temporarily relaxes the muscles responsible for creating expression wrinkles.
As the muscles relax, the overlying skin becomes smoother while maintaining natural facial movement. The treatment does not fill wrinkles or add volume—it simply reduces the muscle activity that causes them.
Each treatment is carefully customized to preserve your natural expressions while achieving a refreshed appearance.
The Treatment
Botox® injections are performed in the office and typically take 10 to 20 minutes.
Using a very fine needle, small amounts of Botox® are injected into carefully selected facial muscles. Most patients describe the treatment as causing only minimal discomfort, and no anesthesia is required.
You may return to your normal daily activities immediately after your appointment.
Recovery
There is little to no downtime following Botox® treatment.
You may experience:
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Mild redness
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Small bumps at the injection sites
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Minor swelling or bruising
These effects typically resolve within a few hours to a few days.
Patients are generally advised to avoid vigorous exercise, rubbing the treated area, or lying flat for several hours after treatment.
Results
Results typically begin to appear within 3 to 5 days, with the full effect visible after approximately 10 to 14 days.
Benefits include:
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Softer expression lines
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A smoother, more rested appearance
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Prevention of deeper wrinkle formation
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Natural-looking facial rejuvenation
Results generally last 3 to 4 months, although some patients may enjoy longer-lasting effects with regular treatments.
Combining Procedures
Botox® is often combined with other non-surgical treatments for more comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Common combinations include:
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Juvéderm® dermal fillers
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Facial rejuvenation treatments
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PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
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Medical-grade skincare
While Botox® relaxes muscles that create wrinkles, dermal fillers restore lost volume, allowing both treatments to complement one another for a balanced, natural result.
Locations
Adress
4150 rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest
Suite 402 - 4e étage
Let’s Talk
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Phone
514-845-9898