With Botox Treatments In Washington DC, You Get What You Pay For

What You Should Know About Facial Rejuvenation Injectables

BOTOX® Cosmetics and DYSPORT® are injections that prevent and decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Read on to find out why it is worth keeping regular appointments with your skilled and experienced team of cosmetic dermatologists at Integrated Dermatology in Washington DC:

BOTOX® is preventative. More people are open to discussing non-invasive cosmetic procedures, but many wonder when they should start injectables such as BOTOX®. “Baby Botox” or “Microtox” are treatments that use small amounts of BOTOX® to prevent lines from setting in.

Washington DC’s Integrated Dermatology Medical Director, Dr. Agnes Chang, started personally using Botox in her late 20’s. “I feel that preventive measures to decrease wrinkles are the best way to diminish the signs of aging,” she says. “Does it stop the aging process? No, but Botox helps the organic aging process be as graceful as possible.”

BOTOX® is a medical treatment. The most common areas treated with BOTOX® and DYSPORT® are the forehead lines, the area in between the eyebrows, and the lines around the eyes (crow’s feet). These areas have been approved for treatment by the FDA. These prescribed amounts have been proven through research to give optimal results.

During a cosmetic consultation with one of Integrated Dermatology’s leading cosmetic dermatology providers, we take into account the unique features of our patients, as well as the “look” they want to achieve, and we develop a customized plan. It is advised to take caution against trying to save money by cutting back on the amount of BOTOX® that is recommended. This will lead not only to unsatisfactory results, but also the effect of the BOTOX® will not last as long. In fact, recent studies with identical twins provide a visual guide into the effects of not treating according to the prescribed dose. Here is an example of twin patients that were treated by our Integrated Dermatology’s Medical Director, Dr. Chang.

These identical twins were treated by Dr. Agnes Chang, MD, FAAD at Integrated Dermatology in Washington, DC. The twin on the left received Botox to her forehead, glabella, and crow’s feet, while the twin on the right only received treatment to the glabella.

With a skilled injector, BOTOX® looks natural. There can be a misconception that BOTOX® or DYSPORT® look unnatural, but that speaks to the skill level of the person holding the syringe. Choose an injector with a degree and training in facial anatomy, as well as medical experience. It is important to choose an expert injector, such as one of the board-certified dermatologists or provider at Integrated Dermatology in Washington DC.

“I see this in my practice where I manage negative result or complications from receiving treatments in non-medical settings,” says Dr. Chang. “Board-certified dermatologists are experts in the areas of injectables. Choose your injector carefully.”

Before receiving any BOTOX® treatment, look at your provider’s credentials and experience. Most reputable providers recommend a consultation before treatment, which allows you to ask questions about the provider and discuss your aesthetic goals. You should feel comfortable with your provider and work together to before any treatment takes place.

BOTOX® enhances your features. If injected properly, BOTOX® not only treats “wrinkles,” but also enhances your beautiful features. BOTOX® can be used to subtly brighten the eye area with a “brow lift.” A “lip flip” treatment can enhance your natural lips without having to use fillers. A Nefertiti lift can be used along the jawline to create natural facial definition. “Not only does BOTOX® diminish the signs of aging, it can really help balance natural beautiful facial features,” says Dr. Chang.

If you live or work in Washington DC and are interested in learning more about how BOTOX® or DYSPORT® can help you, contact our team of board-certified dermatologists or providers today!

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