My girlfriend says her PS administers just 2 or 3 units to her crows feet & that is the perfect amount for her. My PS explained the standard is 5 units to each side, 20 for "11's", & 20 in the forehead. Do certain people need more or less? Is this is case by case scenario? Also, my facial muscles don't really do the "11s thing" at all, mainly just 3 or 4 forehead creases, but was told it would look odd if I only do the forehead & not 11s? Is this true? Do I really need 20 in my forehead?
January 3, 2016
Answer: Why do some people get 2 or 3 units of Botox vs. 5 or 10 in certain areas? Thank you for your excellent question. In response to your first two questions, yes Botox dosing is dependent on a case by case scenario, as patients with larger muscles, or more active muscles, will typically require higher doses. Botox is an excellent medication because it can lead to predictable and reproducible results in a very safe and controlled manner. Areas that you wish to be treated can, while others can be left alone, tailoring the results to your desires. Be sure to see an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person evaluation.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: Why do some people get 2 or 3 units of Botox vs. 5 or 10 in certain areas? Thank you for your excellent question. In response to your first two questions, yes Botox dosing is dependent on a case by case scenario, as patients with larger muscles, or more active muscles, will typically require higher doses. Botox is an excellent medication because it can lead to predictable and reproducible results in a very safe and controlled manner. Areas that you wish to be treated can, while others can be left alone, tailoring the results to your desires. Be sure to see an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person evaluation.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: Why do some people get 2 or 3 units of Botox vs. 5 or 10 in certain areas? Plastic Surgery is identical to all aspects of medicine in that the diagnosis leads to treatment options. Once th diagnosis and treatment options have been evaluated- the best course of actions is recommended. Botox is a toxin and it works by paralyzing the muscles. Every person requires a different dosage to achieve the best result. Also, every person metabolizes or detoxifies the product differently. Therefore, the duration of action and its onset are different with each person.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: Why do some people get 2 or 3 units of Botox vs. 5 or 10 in certain areas? Plastic Surgery is identical to all aspects of medicine in that the diagnosis leads to treatment options. Once th diagnosis and treatment options have been evaluated- the best course of actions is recommended. Botox is a toxin and it works by paralyzing the muscles. Every person requires a different dosage to achieve the best result. Also, every person metabolizes or detoxifies the product differently. Therefore, the duration of action and its onset are different with each person.
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