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The Best Preventative Maintenance!

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Updated 27 Apr 2009
Posted 26 Apr 2009
Worth It
Spent: $300 in Irvine, California

I tried everything before giving in to Botox and now I wonder why I waited so long! It is such a simple and cost-effective procedure that gives amazing results! I was the first one out of my girlfriends to have it done because we were all pretty skeptical and didn't want to be "fake". But after seeing the magic it worked on me, they all went to get Botox too! If you are not sure, I would recommend starting with a small amount of units (12-15) maybe on just your forehead or crow's feet for a sample. I had it on my forehead, in between the eyebrows, crow's feet, and underneath the eyes (which is supposed to be more dangerous). But I truly love it and wish I was more open to it sooner.

Depending on your pain tolerance, you may need numbing cream and you may bruise (especially if you get it under the eyes) for a few days afterwards. Headaches sometimes follow the day they go away by the next morning. Try to find a doctor with a gentle hand.

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Nissan Pilest, MD

My Doctor: Nissan Pilest, MD

My rating:
Dr. Nissan is the head training doctor for Botox at Allergan in Irvine, where Botox was developed. He has a very gentle hand and an amazing amount of experience.
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