One of our providers will make an injection in your muscle to temporarily reduce muscle activity. The outcome is noticeably smoother and wrinkle-free skin.
Consultation:
Yes
Treatment Time:
15 minutes
Treatments Needed:
3 to 4 treatments per year
Downtime:
None
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Preparing for Treatment
Ensure a safe and satisfactory injection session by following these guidelines before treatment. As a reminder, neuromodulators are NOT recommended for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Avoid alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin E for 1 week pre-injection to decrease your risk for bruising.
- Arrive for your treatment with a cleansed, makeup-free face.
- Inform our injector about any allergies you have at your preliminary consultation.
Post-Treatment Care
Patients can expect redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness, and/or mild stinging after the procedure. This usually resolves itself in 15 to 30 minutes.
- Avoid massages, facials, and upside down yoga-style exercises for 4 hours after the procedure.
- Exercise the injection area for 1 hour post-treatment (frowning, eyebrow raising, squinting) for the neuromodulator to fully absorb into the muscle.
- Take Tylenol if you experience discomfort after the procedure.
What to Expect From Your Appointment
During neuromodulator consultations, patients talk with their injector to discuss their aesthetic goals and medical history.
The treatment session is quick and straightforward. After cleansing the target area, Dr. Ralston or another member of his team will inject the pre-specified neuromodulator directly into the patient’s treatment area. The entire process typically takes less than 15 minutes. The patient might feel a slight pinch during the injection, but discomfort is often quite minimal.
After treatment with Botox in McKinney patients can immediately resume their normal activities. Dr. Ralston will provide patients with a list of aftercare instructions to follow and help them determine when they should schedule their next appointment.
Results typically start to appear within 4 to 7 days, depending on the neuromodulator chosen, your facial anatomy, and the treatment area.
The recommended waiting time for follow-up treatments after Botox in McKinney is 3 to 4 months. This allows the body the time to process the treatment solution before it’s ready for another dose.
