Are BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Painful?

BOTOX® and Dysport® injections generally cause only mild, momentary discomfort. The injections are performed using an extremely fine needle and are completed within minutes. While a topical numbing agent may be used if needed, many patients find the treatment comfortable enough without additional anesthesia.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Many patients achieve their desired results with a single treatment session. Since the effects of wrinkle relaxers are temporary, maintenance treatments are recommended every three to four months to preserve a smoother appearance. Our team will recommend a treatment schedule based on your goals and how your body responds over time.

How Long Until I See the Results?

Wrinkle relaxers do not produce immediate results. Many patients begin noticing improvement within three to five days, with continued softening of treated muscles over the following week. Final results are visible within 10 to 14 days and may continue to improve slightly during that time.

What Are the Risks Associated with BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

BOTOX® and other wrinkle relaxers have an excellent safety profile when administered by a qualified provider, but all injectable treatments carry some risk. Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, or mild headache may occur at the injection sites. Less common complications, including temporary eyelid drooping, uneven muscle relaxation, or asymmetry, are typically short-lived. Careful injection technique and a thorough understanding of facial anatomy help minimize these risks while producing natural-looking results.

BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers in Baltimore, MD

Introduction to BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers

Soften Wrinkles While Keeping You Looking Like You

Millions of men and women have used BOTOX® and other wrinkle relaxers, like Dysport, to help in their battle against the signs of aging. Whether you are considering BOTOX® treatments for the first time, or already count on these injections to keep your face looking young and vital, we invite you to experience the anti-aging benefits of this incredible injectable treatment.

Double board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, Dr. Steven J. Rottman, offers BOTOX® treatments for men and women at his private Baltimore clinic, where you can expect personal attention and care.

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What Are BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

BOTOX® is an injectable treatment for dynamic wrinkles and lines caused by the contraction of muscles in your face. The active ingredient in BOTOX® temporarily paralyzes these muscles.

Once the muscles relax, the lines and wrinkles smooth and flatten, becoming almost unnoticeable. BOTOX® treatments take less than twenty minutes to complete.

What is Dysport?

Dysport® injections are a popular non-surgical option to help restore a more natural, youthful appearance by improving the look of moderate to severe frown lines on the forehead.

Combining My BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers with Other Treatments

Wrinkle relaxers address muscle movement, but they do not restore lost facial volume or improve skin texture. Combining complementary treatments allows you to treat multiple aspects of facial aging at the same time, creating more balanced and comprehensive rejuvenation.

Dermal fillers restore volume to areas such as the cheeks, jawline, temples, and around the mouth. When combined with wrinkle relaxers, fillers address static folds while BOTOX® softens wrinkles created by muscle movement.

Who Are the Best Candidates for BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

BOTOX® is a prescription medicine used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in people 18 to 65 years of age on a temporary basis. Dr. Rottman may recommend BOTOX® for patients around Baltimore to correct:

Lines that extend from the nose to the corners of the mouth,
Lines between the eyebrows, or
Creases on the forehead.

What Are the Benefits of BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers?

Although the results are visible, correctly administered BOTOX® will not radically change your facial appearance or make you look as if you’ve “had work done.”

The muscle activity that causes frown lines between the brows is temporarily reduced, so you can still frown or look surprised without causing the muscle motion that creates wrinkles and creases between your brows.

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How to Begin Your BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Journey

BOTOX® has become a very popular non-surgical alternative to help you achieve a smoother, rejuvenated facial appearance. In your consultation, Dr. Rottman will thoroughly discuss whether you are a good candidate for BOTOX®, your expectations, and all aspects of the procedure.

Please contact our office to schedule your consultation to learn more about how Dr. Rottman administers BOTOX® injections and whether this treatment will meet your expectations for achieving the rejuvenation you envision.

Preparing For BOTOX® Treatment

No special preparation is needed for your BOTOX® treatment. In fact, the treatment is so easy you can have the injections during your lunch break and return to work immediately after.

What to Expect on the Day of a BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Treatment

Dr. Rottman will administer BOTOX® and Dysport as a simple, nonsurgical treatment, injected directly into the muscles between the brows during an appointment at our Baltimore-area office. It works by blocking nerve impulses to the injected muscles. This reduces muscle activity that causes moderate to severe lines to form.

While it may sound simple, it is imperative to treat only the correct muscle fibers. Dr. Rottman, a highly trained and experienced plastic surgeon, has thorough knowledge of facial muscle anatomy and understands how BOTOX® limits motion effectively. He uses a meticulous process to produce a very natural facial rejuvenation.

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BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Recovery

Your Guide to Post-BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Care

You can have a smoother, younger-looking face in just minutes. The entire procedure takes approximately ten minutes to complete. Most patients are in and out of the physician’s office after BOTOX® treatment and can return to work immediately.

You will see results within days, with a marked improvement in the moderate-to-severe frown lines between the brows. Your appearance will continue to improve for up to 30 days, and results can last for up to four months. Individual results may vary.

How Much Do BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers Cost in Baltimore?

The cost of BOTOX & wrinkle relaxers in Baltimore can look different for each individual. Your BOTOX® treatment will be customized to match your personal cosmetic needs. Each patient requires multiple injections into specific muscles. Therefore, the cost varies. BOTOX® is an elective cosmetic treatment and not covered by your medical insurance.

If you would like assistance with your BOTOX® treatments, we offer financing through CareCredit® and Alphaeon Credit®.

Why Choose Rottman Plastic Surgery?

BOTOX® treatments work wonders when a skilled and qualified plastic surgeon performs them. Unfortunately, the popularity of these treatments means many unqualified people perform the injections. Although temporary, the injections can have less than ideal results if they are not administered correctly.

As a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. Rottman gives you the peace of mind and confidence you need when planning to have BOTOX® treatments. Never agree to treatments at BOTOX® parties or discount medispas – counterfeit BOTOX® has turned up in the USA, and you can’t take a risk with either the product or with the skills with which it is injected.

BOTOX® & Wrinkle Relaxers FAQ’S

BOTOX® and other wrinkle relaxers have an excellent safety profile when administered by a qualified provider, but all injectable treatments carry some risk. Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, or mild headache may occur at the injection sites. Less common complications, including temporary eyelid drooping, uneven muscle relaxation, or asymmetry, are typically short-lived. Careful injection technique and a thorough understanding of facial anatomy help minimize these risks while producing natural-looking results.

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Dr. Steven J. Rottman is a respected double-board certified plastic surgeon serving Baltimore, Maryland. He is known for his skills, experience, and the personal care he provides each patient.

You are invited to visit our Baltimore clinic to discuss BOTOX® treatments and other cosmetic enhancements, surgical or non-surgical.

Please contact us today to schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Rottman.

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