Cosmetic Injectables

Cosmetic injectables are one of the most effective, non-surgical ways to refresh your appearance while preserving what makes you uniquely you. Injectables like Botox and dermal fillers soften signs of aging, restore balance to the face, and enhance natural features. Botox and dermal fillers can refresh your appearance while preserving natural movement and expression.

Botox® (Neuromodulators)

Botox and similar neuromodulators work by gently relaxing targeted facial muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles — the lines that form from repeated expressions such as frowning, squinting, or raising your brows. The most common area that is treated with Botox is the upper face, which includes the frontalis, corrugator muscles and orbicularis oculi muscles.

Results typically can be seen within several days but can take up to 2 weeks. Results last about 3–4 months.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid which is a substance naturally found in your skin that attracts and retains moisture. As we age, we lose volume and structural support, leading to hollowing, sagging, and deeper folds.

Strategic placement can enhance lips, cheeks, jawline, chin, and under-eye areas while maintaining proportion and natural facial harmony.

Skinvive

Skinvive is a micro-droplet hyaluronic acid that is injected to the cheeks, chin or forehead. It is considered a “skin booster” rather than a traditional filler to improve hydration and smoothness of the skin. Skinvive is effective for all Fitzpatrick skin types (I-VI) who want to address dullness or improve skin texture. Results last 6-9 months.

FAQ's

Am I a candidate for Botox?

Yes, if you have unwanted fine lines, wrinkles, a gummy smile, or skin dimpling, Botox can help address these concerns. It is not a treatment for women that are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How long do results last?

Botox typically lasts 3-6 months. Fillers last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the product and area treated.

Are the injections painful?

Treatments have minimal discomfort, some patients experience mild swelling or bruising. Lidocaine topical cream can be applied before treatment to help reduce discomfort. Unlike other procedures like a facelift or brow lift, there is minimal downtime after Botox injections.

What should I avoid after treatment?

Avoid strenuous exercise after treatment, excessive heat (such as a sauna), massage, and lying down after treatment.

How often should I get Botox?

It is recommended to get Botox injections every 3-4 months to maintain results.

When should I start Botox?

You are not “too young” or “too old” to start Botox or Filler. Many patients begin Botox in their 20’s and 30’s as a preventative measure or when they first start noticing lines.

PATIENT STORIES

SM, Age 46
Upper Face Botox

Patient-specific goals
This 46-year-old female was bothered by horizontal forehead lines, the creases in between her eyebrows and lines around the eyes.

Our Solution
We treated the upper face with Botox, focusing on the frontalis, orbicularis oculi, and corrugator muscles. By relaxing these muscles, we were able to soften the “11’s” crease and diminish the forehead lines and “crows feet”. Since treatment, she has noted an improvement in skin smoothness and lines around the eyes. Image shows how Botox works in motion.

DW, Age 28
Upper Face Botox + Masseter

Patient-specific goals
This 28-year-old female was bothered by fullness and heaviness in the lower face, desiring a slimmer, more contoured jawline.

Our Solution
We treated the masseter muscles with Botox to reduce bulk and soften the lower face. By relaxing these muscles over time, we achieved a more refined, heart-shaped, feminine appearance.

TG, Age 55
Nefertiti neck lift

Patient-specific goals
This patient came to the office hoping to improve the appearance of her jawline and neck. She noticed early skin laxity and vertical neck banding that made her profile appear less defined. She was interested in a subtle, non-surgical option to restore a smoother, more youthful contour.

Our Solution
We treated the platysma muscle using a neuromodulator in a technique commonly known as the Nefertiti neck lift. By relaxing the downward pull of the platysma, the treatment helped improve jawline definition. Within two weeks, she noticed a more defined and subtle change in her side profile.

DS, Age 57
Full Face Botox Balancing

Patient-specific goals
This 57-year-old woman noticed forehead lines, frown lines between the brows, and crow’s feet. She felt her facial expressions were showing early signs of aging and scheduled a cosmetic injectable consultation to discuss options for softening these areas and achieving a more refreshed look.

Our Solution
We treated her upper face with Botox to restore a refreshed look. Injections targeted the frontalis, procerus, corrugator supercilii, and orbicularis oculi muscles. At two weeks, she noted subtle smoothing and a more rested appearance. Future sessions may address the lower face and neck to achieve a well-rounded look.

PA, Age 70
Lips / Oral Commissure

Patient-specific goals
This woman is a 70-year-old who noticed that her lips had lost volume and definition over time. Additionally, she was bothered by the lines around her mouth. She was hoping to restore some volume to the lips that she had lost due to aging.

Our Solution
We used Juvederm Volbella to gently enhance the lips, adding subtle hydration and softening fine lines. The same filler was used to improve folds extending from the corners of the mouth toward the jawline. The result was a soft, natural enhancement that complemented her features and maintained an age-appropriate appearance.

DP, Age 28
Overactive eye muscle

Patient-specific goals
This 28-year-old male presented with discomfort around the eyes and involuntary twitching of the left eyelid that began about four months ago. The twitching gradually became more noticeable, particularly during conversation. He was previously diagnosed with eyelid myokymia, a fine, involuntary twitching of the eyelid affecting the orbicularis oculi muscle.

Our Solution
We treated the orbicularis oculi muscle with neuromodulator injections to reduce muscle activity. Botulinum toxin is a first-line treatment with high success rates. Within a few weeks, he felt more comfortable and noticed less twitching. He plans to continue regular Botox treatments to maintain this result.

JM, Age 53
Botox Lip Flip

Patient-specific goals
This 53-year-old female noticed an asymmetry between her top and bottom lip. She felt her top lip was very thin in comparison to the bottom lip.

Our Solution
We treated the upper lip with Botox in order to relax the orbicularis oris muscle, which reduced lip inversion while smiling. We chose injection points and dosage based on her unique lip anatomy. After two weeks, she had improved visibility of the upper lip, without the use of dermal filler. (Note: patient is wearing a lip stain in after photo.)