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Marc Cohen, MD answers: How to determine the number of Botox units I'm getting?

How do I know how many units of Botox I am actually getting? Is there something I can look at, like maybe the syringe?


Marc Cohen, MD
2 months ago

The best way to determine the number of Botox units you are getting is ask your doctor.  If for some reason you feel that you would not trust the answer, then you should be seeing a different doctor.

In reality the amount of units you receive is not as important as the result you get from the treatment.  Some cosmetic surgeons charge by the area injected, others charge by the unit.  In the second instance you will always know the amount injected because that would determine the price.  However in either instance the doctor should be happy to tell you the amount of Botox you receive in a treatment.

As you have heard before, the most important point is to go to an experienced Botox expert who you trust.

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