I was so nervous to do this. I don't know anyone who has done this. I went in to Dr. Gina's office, everyone was so nice. We looked at my face in the mirror and I pointed out my concerns. Dr. Gina was very understanding and listened to my questions and concerns and addressed everything thoroughly. Once it was decided what we were doing, it went really fast. Sat in the chair, rubbed makeup off with alcohol, iced the area, made the injections and done. 5 minutes for 26 units. It went so fast I couldn't believe it was done. Had bumps for 20 minutes after and a very very slight headache. Forehead was a little sore in some spots but 1 day later, everything is fine. You aren't supposed to see results for 3-7 days but it's been 24 hours and I am beginning to see changes.
Botox works on Muscles and prevents them from moving. If the area on your face is a Etched lines,meaning you see the lines at a natural express Botox can help soften but wont fill in the line. Micro- needling is a great treatment, but can take multiple treatment in order to see great results and does not work like botox. There is other treatment options for under the eye area that can work well, like dermal fillers.
20 units is the recommended quantity for the glabella. (the 11's) alone. What that means is, using the recommended amount you will get the correction and duration from your treatment. Meanwhile, using 20 units in the glabella and the forehead is considered a lower dose. Typically most patients see results starting about day 3 but can take up to 10 for full results. Starting with small dosing is a great way to introduce a new patient into having a Botox treatment. In addition, about 10 days post treatment, first time botox patients should always revisit there practitioners office to reevaluate the quantity is perfect for you. Dosing does vary from patient to patient.
