As you age, wrinkles and fine lines may appear, but BOTOX® can help you keep them in check. This trusted treatment relaxes the muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles, smoothing out frown lines and crow’s feet. With over 20 years of proven success as the first FDA-approved option, Botox helps you maintain a youthful look. In Ocala, we are here to help you look and feel your best with tailored Botox treatments.
The average amount of Botox that a practitioner will inject into the forehead is 20 to 40 units. AbbVie, formerly Allergan, suggests 20 units of Botox be injected into five sites across the forehead. Additionally, another 20 units should be injected into five sites in the glabellar lines.
How Is The Amount of Botox Determined?
The amount of Botox you will need is not the same for everyone. It depends on a few things, like which areas you want to treat. For example, the forehead might need more units than the area around your eyes. It also depends on how much your skin moves when you smile or frown. Deeper lines might need a bit more. During your consultation, they will make sure you get just the right amount to achieve your desired look.
Botox Face Areas For Treatment and Units Recommended
Forehead
The forehead is a key area where Botox can make a noticeable difference by reducing horizontal lines and the “elevens” between your brows, which can make you look stressed or tired. To achieve a smoother, more relaxed appearance, it is common to inject 20 to 40 units of Botox into this area.
Crow’s Feet
To soften the wrinkles that spread from the outer corners of the eyes, 8 to 24 units are typically used, with 2 to 6 units injected into three sites on each side. Your provider may inject 2 to 6 units into three sites along each side, targeting the fine lines that radiate outward when you smile or squint.
Frown Lines
Vertical lines between the eyebrows often require 4 to 20 units, depending on their severity. This stops overuse of the corrugator muscles that pull the brows inward, preventing the formation of deep lines that can make you appear angry or stressed.
Lips
A subtle lift around the mouth can be achieved with 2 to 6 units per side, which helps reduce smoker’s lines and mouth frown creases. The result is a smoother appearance, enhancing the natural shape of your lips.
Eyebrow Lift
For a more awake look, placing 5 to 10 units around the tail of the brow on each side will lift the outer portion, opening up the eyes for a more awake look. This approach is particularly effective for achieving a refreshed and youthful appearance.
Lower Eyelids
Injecting 2 to 10 units outward from the lateral corners and just under the lashes can reduce bagginess and lines for a refreshed eye area. This subtle enhancement brightens the under-eye area, reducing the appearance of tiredness.
Chin
To smooth out dimpling and lift the chin, 10 to 20 units of Botox are typically injected in a grid-like pattern into the mentalis muscle. This technique creates a slight lifting effect, resulting in a smoother and more even chin profile, enhancing the overall appearance.
Jawline and Neck
Higher doses of 20 to 50 units on each side of the jawline/neck area can slim the lower face and soften neck bands, resulting in a more defined appearance. This treatment is especially effective for contouring the jawline and improving overall facial symmetry.
How Long Does Botox Last?
Each syringe of ready-to-inject Botox contains 100 units total. Metabolism of the injected protein material starts around the 3 to 4 month mark. So you can expect visible smoothing, relaxing wrinkle reduction lasting about 3 to 4 months on average. Follow-up maintenance visits continue your desired aesthetic improvements. Spreading out appointments every 4 months optimizes long-term use.
Botox FAQs
How Long Will the Treatment Take?
Expect your Botox appointment to last about 15 to 30 minutes from start to finish. The injections themselves only take a few minutes to complete.
How Long Does Botox Take to Work?
Within a few days, you will notice muscle relaxation, with peak results appearing around two weeks as the treatment fully takes effect.
Is There Botox for Men?
Botox injections, sometimes referred to as “Brotox,” are also very popular among men! Since male skin is thicker, slightly higher dosing is often required.
You Can Trust Advanced Aesthetics with Your Next Botox Treatment
At Advanced Aesthetics Med Spa in Ocala, we understand that choosing the right cosmetic treatment is a personal decision. That is why we are committed to providing you with the highest level of care, and strive for accurate placement and dosing for the best possible results. Contact us today to learn more about how Botox can help you have a refreshed look and boost your confidence!
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