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Am I paying too much for a series of 46 Botox?

asked 1 year ago by Ellie in CT in New Haven, CT
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
Question viewed 239 times
Tags: costs, expensive, price

Series of 46 (Botox). That's what my receipt said. The total cast was $915.00. I've long suspected I was being ripped off (she will never give me an exact price prior to the procedure) and always ends with "I gave you a deal!" Please advise. I work too hard for my money :-(

13 answers to Am I paying too much for a series of 46 Botox?

Botox - Did I get Ripped Off?

Hi Ellie. It would help a bit if we knew which areas you had injected and certainly more so if we knew how many units. If we make the assumption that you are paying $915 for 46 units (series of 46) of Botox, then you are probably paying too much. Where we are in Los Angeles, Botox can vary between about $8 per unit and $20 per unit. The ones at the low side are most likely importing illegaly (which has it's own dangers and ethical challenges) and the ones at... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.celibre.com

Plastic Surgery prices including Botox

For cosmetic procedures exact prices can and should be given. If a doctors refuses, go to a doctor that will give you an exact price. Of course complications can occur, but a policy on this also should be issued. Exact prices...not some mysterious deal is the standard of practice that is expected and should be given. Good Luck.

George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

You are not buying a commodity, you are buying a service.

Elllie The value of the service is ultimately up to you to decide if you are getting what you pay for. Certainly there should be absolute transparency about how many units you are being treated with and which of the cosmetic botulinum toxin agents you are being treated with (Dysport or BOTOX). There are three treatment trends that are quite misleading: Advertising a small fee by area, but not defining what an area is. In Los Angeles, there are offices that... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Botox Pricing

Botox prices like other cosmetic surgery services vary widely across the country and even in the same city. If you have a concern that you are not getting good value, consult with 2 other physicians prior to your next treatment. Choose the current or one of the others that best meet your needs.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

Per unit cost for Botox

My fee is at the high end of Botox but the amount which I inject to produce the desired result is lower than average. I am judicious in use of the product and do not over inject. It is important to ascertain that your physician is not using gray market or imported Botox of questionable origin. We receive advertisements for off shore Botox almost daily and they go straight into the circular file. Also significant is whether your injector is a board certified plastic surgeon or a nurse. ... more

Robert L. Kraft, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Cost of Botox

Some doctors charge per zone but as many patients require different units injected into the same zone depending on their muscle mass, other doctors have charged per unit. The patient cost of Botox varies considerably from State to State and City to City. There are doctors that are more expert than others in injecting Botox. It is not a black and white science. The physician must know the anatomy and also evaluate your unique anatomy to determine what are the correct... more

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

You need to be more in charge of your care

Ellie, You need to be more in charge of your care and you need a doctor that will be you partner not your boss. I think that every patient should know what I charge per unit botox and be able to tell me what they can and are willing to spend. I will then tell them if that might or might not be what I feel is going to give them the best result. The patient can then discuss their wishes and will be prepared for what it will cost Sometimes I do not know exactly how much of a... more

Jo Herzog, MD
Birmingham Dermatologist

www.brookwooddermatology.com

Good price for Botox

At 46 units of Botox, you got almost half a bottle (100 units). I think it's a fair price.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Botox costs

Botox costs range anywhere from 9 dollars to 20 dollars a unit. While you may be paying on the higher side, it can depend upon your market and the skill of your physician. If you are happy with the results and they are lasting you a sufficient duration, then the higher costs are probably justified. Some areas like New York City and Beverly Hills, for example, may routinely get those higher costs per unit.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Cost of Botox

Dear Ellie, If indeed you received 46 units of Botox, and paid $915, you are paying $19.89 per unit, which is certainly on the high end of the spectrum. As was mentioned, there are practices that charge over $20-25 per unit, but not many. The bottom line is: Are you happy with the results, and are you happy with the treatment you receive by the staff and the physician? If so, then perhaps paying this premium is worth it. Otherwise, I am sure you can find very... more

Yoash R. Enzer, MD
Providence Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.doctorenzer.com

Botox Cost

Botox Cosmetic is administered by the unit. Many plastic surgeons and dermatologists price and inject based on a unit price. Some cosmetic practices price Botox Cosmetic based on the region being treated instead of the exact unit amount, for example frown lines, forehead, or Crow’s feet. Some Botox specialists may give touch-ups, as needed, after 1-2 weeks without additional charge. National cost varies and may range from approximately $9 to $20 per unit, which means a typical... more

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Botox costs

Botox is typically priced per unit. You should not look for the best deal but rather a physician you trust and one many people you know use on a regular basis.

Steven Hacker, MD
West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.palmbeachdermasurgery.com

How to Make Certain You are Getting What You are Paying for With Botox

Prior to use, Botox is reconstituted with sterile saline solution. The dilution and final concentration will depend upon the preference of the injecting physician. I always tell my patients exactly how many units of Botox were injected and also make sure it is written on their receipt. I currently charge $10.00 per unit for Botox treatments. Furthermore, the number of injection sites is not helpful in comparing prices because most physicians will inject different numbers of units into... more