Botox Cosmetic
BOTOX Cosmetic Injectable Treatment
Botox® Cosmetic is a neuromodulator injectable used to reduce the appearance of dynamic facial wrinkles by temporarily relaxing targeted facial muscles. By limiting muscle movement in specific areas, Botox helps soften lines and creases caused by repeated facial expressions, allowing the skin to appear smoother and more refreshed.
Botox treatments are offered at AestheticA Skin Health Center in Middleton and are performed by experienced aesthetic providers.
Dr. Parfitt First Started Injecting Botox Treatments During His Fellowship In Beverly Hills. He Was The First Doctor To Provide Botox For Cosmetic Purposes In The Madison Area.
How Botox Works
Botox works by reducing muscle activity in areas where facial movement contributes to visible lines and wrinkles. When these muscles are relaxed, the overlying skin appears smoother while natural facial expression is maintained.
Botox Results
Results typically begin to appear within several days of treatment, with continued improvement over the following weeks. Individual results and longevity may vary.
Areas Commonly Treated with Botox
- Chin
- Forehead Lines
- Frown Lines
- Lines around the eyes (crow’s feet)
- Jawline
- Masseter
- Neck bands
- Nose (bunny lines)
- Upper Lip (lines & lip flip)
Your provider will recommend treatment areas based on your concerns and facial anatomy.
Botox vs. Other Neuromodulators
Botox, Dysport®, and Letybo® are all neuromodulators used to soften dynamic wrinkles. Each product works in a similar way, and the choice of neuromodulator depends on the treatment area, desired outcome, and provider recommendation. A consultation allows your provider to determine whether Botox is the most appropriate neuromodulator for your individual goals.
Aesthetica Skin Health Center Performs Over 1,000 Neuromodulator Treatments Each Year.
Botox for Hyperhidrosis
Botox is recommended for the treatment of Axillary Hyperhidrosis, or excessive underarm sweating. When small doses are injected into the skin, Botox blocks the actions of the nerves that supply the eccrine glands, this prevents the glands from producing sweat. The effects of treatment last for several months (4-6 months). Our Madison and Appleton patients repeat treatments to maintain results. If you feel you have hyperhidrosis, visit Allergan’s Botox site for a self-assessment.
Botox for Headaches
Botox also is used for relief from migraine headaches. If you experience migraine headaches and are looking to Botox as a solution, please contact us online or call our offices to schedule an appointment with Dr. Parfitt.
Your Consultation
Your skin requires a tailored program of care to optimize its health and appearance. At your consultation, one of our Medical Aesthetics Specialists will gather information from you about your skin concerns, examine your skin and explain what they discover. They will help you prioritize and achieve your best skin by preparing a treatment plan that ensures any skin treatments you choose are provided in a manner that is as effective and as safe as possible. Our Medical Aesthetics Specialists have trained under Double-Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Richard Parfitt. Their extensive knowledge of non-surgical procedures, skin care and skin rejuvenation treatments ensures they are skilled specialists in your chosen treatment.
If you are a new client of AestheticA Skin Health Center and are interested in a specific treatment, time may be allotted for the consultation and treatment to be completed in one appointment. If you are a previous client of AestheticA, but have not been seen by our clinic within a year, a brief follow-up will be included in your appointment to discuss your previous treatment(s) or any new skin concerns you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions About Botox:
When can I see the results and how long will it last?
Does Botox prevent wrinkles?
Will I bruise post Botox treatment?
I do not want to look frozen, how do I get a natural look?
Can I combine Botox with other treatments?
Some patients feel that using Botox in combination with their dermal filler in some treatment areas, allows for the longest-lasting and best results. Why? Without Botox, the dynamic movement of the muscle in the dermal filler treatment area could cause the filler product to break down more quickly.
What is the Botox National Education Faculty?
What are the risks with Botox?
Is there a cost for a consultation?
To see one of our Medical Aesthetics Specialists, the cost for a skin consultation is $50. To see Dr. Parfitt, the cost for your skin consultation is $125. This consultation fee is applied to your account to use towards products or treatments at either AestheticA Skin Health Center or Parfitt Facial Cosmetic Surgery Center. This one-time cost applies only to your initial consultation; therefore all future follow-up consultative appointments, regardless of the provider seen, are free.
Where can I have a consultation for Botox?
Choosing Aesthetica Skin Health Center
Skin treatments are more sophisticated than ever. The services we provide at our Middleton (Madison) Wisconsin center are the latest scientifically proven developments offered to enhance your appearance. We provide only those treatments and products that consistently have a reputation for providing safe and effective results.
At AestheticA Skin Health Center, Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Richard C. Parfitt, licensed aestheticians, and nurses are committed to serving your unique needs with their considerable knowledge, training and experience. To hear what our clients are saying about their experience at AestheticA Skin Health Center, read their testimonials. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
Our Madison Location
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Treatment Guidelines
Pre Treatment
- To avoid bruising it is best not to take any medications that cause blood thinning, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, or Vitamin E for 2 days prior and 2 days after treatment.
- Do not use Botox, Dysport or Letybo if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are allergic to any of its ingredients, or suffer from any neurological disorders. Please inform your clinician if you have any questions about this prior to the procedure.
- Sunburned skin is difficult to treat so avoid exposure to the sun.
- Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated for 3 days prior to treatment.
- Inform your clinician if you have a history of Perioral Herpes to receive advice on antiviral therapy prior to treatment.
- Always inform your clinician of all medications you may be taking as well as your medical history.
Post Treatment
- You may have bruises in the areas treated with Botox, Dysport or Letybo. This is normal.
- It will take up to two weeks for you to experience the full effect of the Botox treatment. Remain patient. It takes time for the muscles to lose strength and the lines to fade following Botox, Dysport or Letybo treatments.
- It is best to try to exercise your treated muscles for 1-2 hours after treatment (e.g. practice frowning, raising your eyebrows, or squinting). This helps to work Botox Cosmetic, Dysport or Letybo into your muscles. Although thought to help, it will NOT impact your treatment negatively if you forget to do this.
- Do NOT rub, massage or apply excessive pressure to the treated areas for 4 hours after your treatment. Do NOT practice Yoga or any type of strenuous exercise for 4 hours after treatment. Also, avoid facials or saunas for 4 hours after your treatment. This will minimize the risk of raising your blood pressure and therefore minimize the risk of temporary bruising. Feel free to shower and go about most other regular daily activities.
- Do NOT lie down for 4 hours after treatment. This is to avoid the risk of pressure on the treated areas (from your pillow) and to avoid the risk of having the area rubbed accidentally.
- Be assured that any tiny bumps or marks will go away within a few minutes to an hour. If you need to apply make-up within 4 hours after your treatment, only use a GENTLE touch to avoid rubbing the treated area.
Botox Cosmetic is a temporary procedure and at first, you may find that your treatment results will last approximately 3 or 4 months. If you maintain your treatment appointments with the frequency recommended by your doctor, the duration of each treatment result may last longer than 4 months.
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Schedule an Appointment
If you would like more information about Botox Cosmetic or are interested in other nonsurgical cosmetic procedures, skin rejuvenation treatments or skin care products at AestheticA Skin Health Center – Middleton, please call (608) 831-4007 to schedule a consultation or appointment.
