During your Botox® or Dysport™ treatment, you can expect a professional and comfortable experience:

Preparation: When you arrive, your skin will be cleaned, and the treatment area may also be marked to guide the injections.

Injection Process: The actual injection process usually takes only a few minutes. Botox®, Dysport™ or Xeomin® is injected into the targeted muscles using a fine needle. You might feel a slight pinch or sting as the needle is inserted. The number of injections depends on several factors, including the extent of the area being treated and the desired effects.

Minimal Discomfort: Most patients report minimal to no discomfort during the injection, similar to a bug bite or prick. The use of a fine needle and quick treatment duration makes the process quite tolerable.

Duration: The entire appointment typically lasts around 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the number of areas being treated.

Communication: Your provider may ask you to make certain facial expressions, like frowning or smiling, to better target the specific muscles that need treatment.

To ensure your Botox® or Dysport™ treatment is most effective and safe, there are some guidelines prior to your appointment to follow.

Consultation: Schedule a consultation with your provider to discuss your goals and expectations. This is the time to address any concerns, discuss your medical history, and determine if Botox is the right choice for you.

Medications and Supplements: Inform your provider about all medications, supplements, and herbal products you are taking. You may need to stop taking blood-thinning medications and supplements such as aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, fish oil, and others a few days before the procedure to reduce the risk of bruising.

Alcohol Consumption: Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours before your treatment, as alcohol can increase bruising.

Schedule Appropriately: Plan your treatment when you do not have major events or activities immediately afterward. Some swelling or bruising may occur, so give yourself some downtime to recover.

Makeup: Come to the appointment with a clean face—remove all makeup, which helps reduce the risk of infection and allows the provider to accurately place the injections.

Proper aftercare is crucial to maximize the benefits of your Botox® or Dysport™ treatment and to ensure a safe and quick recovery.

Avoid Touching the Treated Area: For at least 24 hours after your treatment, avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated areas. This helps prevent the Neuromodulator from spreading to unintended muscles.

Stay Upright: Try to stay upright for 4 hours following the injections. Avoid bending over or lying down immediately after the procedure to prevent the product from migrating to other areas.

Skip Strenuous Activities: Avoid strenuous physical activities, heavy workouts, and anything that significantly increases your heart rate for at least 24 hours after the treatment. This helps reduce the risk of bruising and swelling.

Keep Out of the Sun: Avoid direct sunlight and heat exposure such as saunas, hot tubs, or hot showers for the first 24 to 48 hours. Heat can cause the blood vessels to dilate and potentially increase bruising and swelling.

Chill with Ice Packs: If you experience swelling or discomfort, you can gently apply a cold pack to the area for a few minutes at a time during the first day. Be sure not to apply direct pressure.

Skip the Makeup: Avoid applying makeup for at least a day to give your skin time to heal and to prevent infection.

Alcohol and Blood Thinners: Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medications as directed by your provider. Both can increase the risk of bruising.

Watch for Unusual Symptoms: While side effects are generally mild, watch for symptoms like drooping eyelids, muscle weakness, or difficulty swallowing. If you experience any of these, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Follow Up: Depending on your provider’s advice, you might have a follow-up appointment to assess the results once the Botox has taken full effect (usually two weeks). This visit is also a good time to discuss any concerns or plan additional treatments.

Skin Care Routine: Resume your usual skincare and makeup routine after the first 24 hours unless your provider suggests otherwise. Gentle care is key to maintaining the treatment effects.