Non-Surgical Wrinkle Reduction
Botox® in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco
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Wave Plastic Surgery: a Leading Botox Provider in the U.S.
When you smile, frown, or anything in between, your facial muscles are pulling and folding your skin in order to show your expressions. As these facial contractions occur more and more as you age, lines and wrinkles begin developing on the surface of your skin where it has been constantly folded and pushed. The way Botox works is by relaxing these underlying muscles to soften your expressions and improve the appearance of the signs of aging.
Botox can be used to treat common problems such as:
- Crow's Feet
- Frown Lines
- Nasolabial Folds
Your Los Angeles plastic surgeon at Wave Plastic Surgery will listen to what your goal look is in order to determine where the Botox will need to be injected. Having an older picture of yourself will help us to better preserve your own unique look for results that appear completely natural – as if you had just gone a few years back in time.
How Long Will it Take to Recover from Botox?
You should be able to go back to your normal routine immediately after your Botox treatment. Just make sure to protect yourself from the California sun with sunscreen to prevent any unwanted side effects. Over the course of a few days, you will begin noticing improvements in the look of your skin as any existing lines or wrinkles begin to fade away.
Most patients see continued results for up to 3-6 months, and once you feel the lines or wrinkles coming back, you can return for some touch-up treatments to maintain a long-lasting youthful look.
AMERICA’S TOP 50 ALLERGAN PROVIDER
Wave Plastic Surgery has been named to Allergan’s “Top 50” practices in America for 2015. This elite distinction for Wave Plastic Surgery follows their earning Black Diamond status only several years in Southern California. Being named to the “Top 50” as a big branched clinic is a unique achievement and testimony his skill as an experienced and innovative injector group. “Top 50” certification demonstrates Wave Plastic Surgery’s leadership in the field of medical aesthetics and his commitment to the highest level of patient care using Allergan’s science-based portfolio of facial aesthetic products: Botox Cosmetic®, Voluma®, Juvederm® injectable gels, and Latisse® eyelash enhancement.
Allergan Partner Privileges (APP) is a unique program in which aesthetic physicians can demonstrate their commitment to excellence and innovation in facials aesthetics and also earn rebates on products based upon the volume of Allergan products that they use. Based on the volume of Allergan products a physician uses, he or she is awarded status levels starting at Silver and progressing through Gold, Platinum, Platinum-Plus, Diamond, and finally to Black Diamond. Black Diamond status is awarded to only the top 1% of Allergan’s injectors nationwide.
In 2013, Allergan established a new premier status tier called “Top 50” that goes above and beyond even the Black Diamond level. These are the 50 largest volume Allergan aesthetic providers in the nation, a truly elite designation in the competitive world of injectable facial aesthetics. Being top-ranked with Allergan means Wave Plastic Surgery can pass on the rebates it receives to its patients, providing top quality, personalized patient care at truly affordable rates.
Botox Pre-Treatment:
- Ensure face is clean of makeup and lotions prior to treatment.
- Stop nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Advil, Aleve, Excedrin, Motrin, and aspirin 1-2 weeks prior to your scheduled treatment.
- Stop fish oil, ginseng, vitamin A, and vitamin E 1-2 weeks prior to your scheduled treatment.
- Arnica supplements have been shown to reduce discomfort, bruising, and swelling and may be taken prior to your scheduled treatment.
- Topical numbing cream may be requested for added comfort.
- If you have a history of cold sores, an antiviral medication may be prescribed prior to treatment.
- Bruising and swelling is possible, therefore we recommend that you schedule any social plans accordingly. 7-10 days is recommended following your injection.
Botox Post-Treatment:
- Do NOT lie down 4 hrs after treatment.
- Do NOT manipulate the treated area for 24hrs after treatment.
- It can take approximately 7-10 days for results to be seen. If the desired results are not seen after 2 weeks after your treatment, you may need more Botox.
- Do NOT perform activities that involve straining, heavy lifting, and vigorous exercise for 24 hrs after treatment.
- Redness and tenderness at the injection site is expected and will subside over time.
- Take Arnica to help with bruising or swelling.
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Give us a call today to schedule a consultation with one of the plastic surgery experts at Wave Plastic Surgery to learn more about botox injections at one of our state-of-the-art locations in Los Angeles, Orange County, or the Bay Area.
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Drawing patients from around the world, he is both an innovator and a thought leader who has advanced the discipline of plastic surgery through his lifelong commitment to excellence and education.