Is around 800 dollars for 70 units of botox normal pricing?

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I get botox to get a bit of an eyebrow lift, between the brows and forehead . I go to a surgeon and it lasts at least 3 months or more but I'm wondering if that's overpriced? I've been to spas where it's cheaper and it does not last even a month. I am extremely happy with the result I get but I wonder if the price is normal to be that much.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

That sounds pretty average, as Botox can vary in price from $11 to $15 per unit. If you like your results and your injector, then I suggest you stick with them.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hi Sakura.  The cost per unit is very competitive for a physician injector, but the issue seems to be how many units are injected.  For the area between the eyes (glabella) and the forehead, we would not be using more than 35 units of Dysport (105 units of Dysport), which would run about $400.  So, the price seems a little high just because the number of units being used for those areas is very high.  It seems like you have both ends of the spectrum there.  Very cheep and ineffective, but quite costly and effective.  There is a middle ground that includes less product and still great results.

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

I think you pretty much answered your own question. You are doing the right thing by having your Botox injected by a surgeon. With surgeon injectors you can expect to pay at least $12-$15 per unit of Botox. Your results seem to be lasting an appropriate length of time. If you are happy with your results then you should stick with your surgeon. Your face is your livelihood, you don't want to sacrifice your results just too save a few bucks.

John M. Hilinski, MD · Answer

The cost per unit you quoted is quite reasonable. However, for those areas, I normally inject a total of 25-35 units. The number of units you were given seems high in my opinion.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I do not think that $800 for 70 units of Botox is overpriced, however 70 units seems like more than could possibly be needed to treat the forehead, between the brows and for an eyebrow lift.  Some people do need more than others and if you are getting good results, I would probably just stick with what you've been doing.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

One of the main reason that spas and other injectors give such low prices for Botox is the fact that they either use tiny amounts of the product or dilute it to make the effects last as you say "a month".  For the best results please find a board certified dermatologist with a great deal of experience with Botox.

Lavinia K. Chong, MD · Answer

Given your satisfaction with the Botox treatments rendered, I would recommend staying with your surgeon.In Newport Beach, most Physician injectors charge $10-12/unit for Allergan's product; nurse injectors' rates may be lower.  Dysport charges are typically by anatomical zone, instead of units, because this Botox is33% as effective as the Allergan product, so the charges are understandably reduced.  Although we areunderstandably drawn by "deals", safety and outcomes should trump bargain Botox.  Best regards, lkc

Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD · Answer

I am glad to see that you are having Botox treatments with a specialist and are happy with your results.  $800 for 70 units is a very reasonable price to pay for the expertise of an experienced dermatologist or plastic surgeon in Toronto.

Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

The price of Botox varies by city and by the experience and training of your injector. $800 for 70 units is a bargain.

Vicki J. Levine, MD · Answer

That is typical price in NY.  The spa probably diluted it more than it should be and that is why it did not last

Is around 800 dollars for 70 units of botox normal pricing?

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