Botox Montreal
Botox® Cosmetic is the most famous brand of neuromodulators, therefore most of the people relate to the wrinkle relaxer procedure as Botox treatment. At Centre Esthétique Montréal we use a variety of neuromodulators: Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and Nuceiva® customized for your needs at the recommendation of our physician.
The treatment process
Neuromodulators known as wrinkle relaxers, or Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and Nuceiva®, are prescribed medicines that are injected into the facial muscles that cause wrinkles and fine lines in order to relax those muscles.
Our consultations are performed by our injecting doctor, assessing your skin, chatting through your medical history, all to ensure you are suitable and answer any questions you may have regarding the treatment.
The treatment is quick, simple, and relatively painless, with no downtime.
What is Botox?
Botox is a neuromodulator, a wrinkle relaxing injection of botulinum toxin commercially known as Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and Nuceiva® that are used to treat wrinkles, frown lines and crow’s feet.
What to expect?
Your skin will appear smoother, younger, and more rejuvenated thanks to the components in the neuromodulators, which block the signal between muscle and nerve and lessen the capacity of the muscle to contract and create new wrinkles.
The results will be visible in within a few days, and two weeks after, you will attain the maximum result that will last up to 6 months.
Pictures are shown for demonstration purposes only. Results cannot be guaranteed.
Leave your fine lines and wrinkles behind!
Meet our injecting doctor:
Dr. Frederick To
After working as an actuary, Dr. Frederick To completed his medical degree at the University of Montreal.
From there he started his practice in an acute care setting as an emergency doctor and as an intensivist.
The abundance of techniques in his practice combined with his attention to details was a perfect match for aesthetic medicine.
With Dr. To, you can expect an active listening of your concerns and a tailored approach to enhance your natural beauty.
CONSULTATION
WITH A
PHYSICIAN
(without same-day treatment)
$ 75
BOTOX
$ 12
Per Unit
A $50 fee will be charged for missed appointments and last minute cancellations within 24 hours.
Pre Treatment Instructions
In preparation for your injection treatment:
Avoid alcohol within 48 hours before your treatment.
Only with the consent of your treating physician: avoid antiplatelets or anti-inflammatories (Aspirin, Plavix, etc.) within 5 days before your injections.
Avoid natural products (garlic, gingko biloba, etc.) within 5 days before your injection.
Avoid wearing makeup the day of your injections.
Contraindications:
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Allergy to hyaluronic acid
Active skin disease or skin infection
Use of blood thinners (Eliquis, Xarelto, Coumadin, etc.)
Pay attention if:
You have a history of hypertrophic scars or keloids. Mention this to your injector so that he avoids more aggressive techniques requiring skin incisions.
You have a history of cold sores. For lip injections, your doctor will prescribe medication to prevent reactivation of the virus with the injections.
Post Treatment Instructions
Immediately:
Temporary redness, bruising and swelling can occur
If possible, it is recommended to apply ice 15 minutes each hour for four hours on injected regions.
Avoid touching, massage or scratching the injected regions.
Keep your head in an elevated position for four hours after the procedure.
For the first 12 hours:
Avoid putting make-up on injected regions.
For the first 24 hours:
Avoid physical activities, sun tanning and consuming alcohol.
Avoid lip actions such as kissing, drinking through a straw and smoking.
If you feel sudden pain or if you observe blanching of the skin, immediately contact the clinic or consult your nearest emergency hospital.
For the following 2 weeks:
Avoid settings with extreme heat or cold (sauna, hot baths, extended sun tanning period).
Frequently Asked Questions
Botox
Do I need a consultation?
Yes. Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and Nuceiva® are a prescription only medicine therefore a consultation will be performed by our injecting doctor and depending on the recommendations you will have the option to start your treatment right after the consultation.
Is Botox safe?
Botox injections are a safe, non-surgical way to maintain a more youthful appearance. The botulinum toxin has been approved by Health Canada for a variety of uses.
What are the possible side effects?
Although rare, side effects as pain, headache, swelling or bruising at the injection site can occur temporary.
What is the difference between Botox and dermal fillers?
Botox temporarily paralyses muscles, which stops the development or progression of dynamic wrinkles like frown lines and smile lines. On the other hand, dermal fillers are materials that are injected into the skin to restore volume, which corrects and improves the appearance of wrinkles.
What is the difference in between Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and Nuceiva®?
The truth is that, in the end, they are all essentially the same. Since Botox has been on the market the longest, it is the most commonly available option; but, if you are one of our patients, we may suggest an alternative if we believe it will be better for you. So please visit us! We can discuss choices and design a treatment strategy that will enable you to get the look you desire.
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