Should I Go See a Plastic Surgeon or a Dermatologist for my Botox Injection?

June 15, 2011
Asked By:MzShizuka

I decided to go for my first botox injection. I have decided to stay away from botox party or med spas. I am going to the best plastic surgeon or dermatologist. I wonder which one is better. The surgeon or the dermatologist. thank you in advance. I am in southern california. But I don't mind traveling!

Answers (12)

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September 1, 2015

Answer: Either is fine, experience is the key

Babak Azizzadeh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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September 1, 2015

Answer: Either is fine, experience is the key

Babak Azizzadeh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 23, 2011

Answer: Botox can be done equally well by plastic surgeons and dermatologists

William Bruno, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 23, 2011

Answer: Botox can be done equally well by plastic surgeons and dermatologists

William Bruno, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 17, 2011

Answer: Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon for Botox?

Harold J. Kaplan, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 17, 2011

Answer: Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon for Botox?

Harold J. Kaplan, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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