Is Botox Painful? I heard botox cosmetic can be really painful to get injected.

Prior to your Botox treatment, your doctor will be applying a cold pack or topical anesthetic cream to numb your skin. With the topical cream, your Botox procedure will be virtually painless. Even without the cream and ice, your pain will be minimal. We describe it as a pinching sensation. . It's a very quick and easy procedure. However, I highly recommend you research your medical professional thoroughly before your Botox treatment. Good luck.

The treatment involves using a small number of extremely fine needles to inject a very small volume of product. The discomfort experienced is minimal and a cold pack can be used to reduce discomfort if necessary.

Thank you for your question. This really depends on the person. Also, some areas are more painful than others. Usually botox is quick compared to fillers. Best of luck!Dhaval M. PatelDouble board certified Plastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago 

Hi there-
The injections of botox are administered with a very small needle.
This size needle is the one used for most diabetic patients who give themselves injections several times a day.
Many clinicians help "numb" the site with ice, or for those who are very sensitive, with a topical numbing cream.
Each little injection is very quick and therefore the discomfort,if any, is very quick.
Most patients would tell you that the minor discomfort associated with the treatment was well worth the outcome they enjoy.

 Botox is injected in the muscle with very fine tip needles. The pain is very minimal.
You can ask to use ice before injection to help minimize the discomfort. There is also a topical numbing cream that can be applied 15 minutes before injection.

There are several things that experienced injectors do to eliminate pain with Botox or Dysport injections. Ice pads, choosing the right fluid to mix it in, being efficient with technique all contribute. Even needle-phobic patients are usually surprised at how easy it is and come back. Because of the way these products work so specifically on the hyperactive muscles of expression, there is just no non-injectable alternative anyway.

Botox injections can be done painlessly or almost painlessly, with or without a cold spray to numb the skin. Also, it depends on how concentrated the Botox is. If it is very concentrated, such a small amount of liquid is injected in with the Botox that it should be very comfortable when injected, as long as the needle is very small and the injector very gentle.

Both Botox and Dysport are great for blocking facial wrinkles and have minimal discomfort which if present only last a few seconds. It is one of the most effective ways to treat facial lines with minimal discomfort and quick and effective response.

Botox or Dysport is typically injected with 32 gauge needle, smallest sized needle available. The discomfort is minimal and the edge can be taken off with ice compress just prior to injection. Topical numbing cream is typically not necessary.

Botox injections are done with a very, very small needle. Smaller in most cases than any other injection you have ever had. This helps to minimize any discomfort associated with treatment.
For most, the procedure feels like a very small pin prick at the site of the injection and is very tolerable. For those that are more sensitive we provide cooling packs and/or cold air. These work well to minimize any pain associated with Botox injection.