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Botox in Portland, Maine
Reserve Your Appointment for Botox Injections in Portland
At esthetic medspa, our experienced Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Injector provides Botox in Portland, Maine.
Botox injections can rejuvenate your appearance by minimizing fine lines and wrinkles on the face.
Reserve your appointment online or call 207-618-5792.
What is Botox?
Botox is an injectable neurotoxin that temporarily paralyzes facial musicals. It accomplishes this by blocking chemical signals necessary for muscle contraction. As the muscles relax, the appearance of lines and wrinkles diminishes, revealing a smoother, younger-looking face.
Botox was the very first neurotoxin injectable to earn FDA approval for cosmetic use. Today, in addition to cosmetic uses, Botox is used to treat a variety of health conditions ranging from migraine to overactive bladder, sweating, and spasms in the neck.
Benefits of Botox
When used in cosmetic applications, Botox can turn back the proverbial clock by reducing or eliminating lines on the face associated with aging.
Specific benefits of Botox injections include:
Minimizing frown lines (glabellar lines often called the 11s)
Minimizing lines across the nose (bunny lines)
Minimizing forehead lines
Slimming a wide or square jawline with masseter Botox
Minimizing lines next to the eyes (crow’s feet)
Minimizing lipstick lines (lip flip)
Minimizing chin dimpling
Raising eyebrows and hooded eyelids
Minimizing smile lines
Are You a Good Candidate for Botox?
Patients who wish to minimize lines and wrinkles on the face, and are in good overall health are good candidates for Botox.
Patients with an active skin infection should not receive Botox. Patients diagnosed with a neuromuscular condition or a neurological condition should not get Botox. If you have allergies to any of the ingredients in Botox, you are not a good candidate. Patients who are pregnant or nursing should not get Botox injections.
All patients must understand that there is a risk of side effects from Botox, which can range from a temporary headache to numbness. Be sure to talk with your Botox provider about all potential side effects.
Why Choose esthetic medspa Portland?
At esthetic medspa, our Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Injector are highly skilled and experienced in treating wrinkles and lines with Botox injections. esthetic medspa is also the only Medspa in Greater Portland to boast an in-house Medical Director.
At our luxurious facility, every thought has been given to your comfort and safety while in our care. We aim to provide the highest level of professionalism and a rejuvenating experience. Our providers are highly knowledgeable and enjoy getting to know each and every client. We welcome all of your questions and are happy to suggest esthetic treatments that will accomplish your cosmetic goals. We also provide comprehensive Pre & Post Procedure Care guidance to help you prepare for your treatment, support a smooth recovery, and achieve the best possible results.
Frequently Asked Questions About Botox
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Each client experiences injections differently. Most people find the benefits of Botox to be worth the needle pricks. Because our practitioners are highly experienced, they can provide Botox with minimal discomfort.
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Results from Botox can take some time to appear. However, it begins working before the results become visible. Most people begin to see results within 5 days, and full results are typically visible within 10 days.
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Everyone is a bit different. Some clients will find that the results from Botox last up to six months, while others may need to repeat treatment after 3-4 months.
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Yes. At esthetic medspa Portland, we accept CareCredit and the Cherry plan for all cosmetic treatments.
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The exact number of units will depend on the number of areas being treated and the severity of the lines or wrinkles. Most people will find that 20-50 units provide the desired effects.
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Botox can cause bruising at the injection sites. Because there are so many tiny blood vessels in the face, a small bruise can result from injections. Clients who take blood thinners may be more susceptible to bruising.
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Most patients find that Botox injections every 3-4 months ensure continual effects. Other patients may not need Botox as frequently and prefer to get injections every 6 months.
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Botox is approved for patients age 18 and older who may choose to get Botox when they begin to notice wrinkles and lines on the face.
Book an Appointment for Botox in Portland, Maine
esthetic medspa Portland provides comprehensive aesthetic cosmetic treatments including injectables, dermal fillers, facials, microneedling, and more.
Call 207-618-5792 or book your appointment online.