Botox® Cosmetic
Botox Treatment
Vitality Medispa is Seattle's number one location for Botox treatments and other facial injectables. Vitality Medispa serves as a national physician training site for advanced Botox injection techniques and laser training for the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. Unlike many "Medispas" and "Skin Clinics" that do not have an on-site physician, all injections are performed by an MD rather than a nurse or Medical Assistant. When you want a natural look, experience does matter.
What Botox® Cosmetic Does
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical treatment administered here at Vitality Medispa and Wellness Center of Seattle that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. Botox will also smooth the areas of the forehead, crow's feet, Marionette lines (corner of the mouth to the jawline), and bunny scrunch lines on the nasal bridge. Botox is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows that form over time.
Who is a candidate?
Individuals with expression lines who desire those lines to be softened and those who desire a more youthful appearance. Botox is not recommended for women who are pregnant or are nursing.
What other cosmetic treatments may be combined with Botox?
Aging of the face has 3 components: Descent, Deflation and Deterioration. Fine lines and wrinkles are part of the deterioration of the skin. One of the most significant ways to address the aging face is to combine treatments that address each of these conditions. Dr. Tami creates a customized program for each client during your one hour complimentary consultation. Possible recommendations include dermal fillers such as Restylane, Perlane, Juverderm to restore lost volume; non-surgical tightening procedures such as Thermage or laser re-surfacing and skin conditioning with peels, IPL and/or Microderm-Hydrafacial. Dr. Tami has received a patent for the non-surgical facelift called the VITALIFT™ that addresses these three aspects of aging in the face.
How long does it take?
This procedure takes about 15 minutes to perform. Most clients return to work immediately after treatment. As with any injectable, there is a small risk of slight bruising that will disappear quickly and can be camouflaged with make-up but is rare with Botox injections.
Does it hurt?
Typically no anesthetic is needed for Botox injections. Having said that, your comfort and experience is of the utmost importance to us. Numbing cream, ice and other options are available should you find you are sensitive to injections.
What is the cost?
The cost of Botox is described as a per unit price and is $13.00 per unit, everyday!
How long will the results last?
It takes 3-14 days for the Botox to take effect. Results generally last between 3-6 months. As you notice the effects of the Botox wearing off call us and schedule your next appointment. When you use Botox on a regular basis and not give the muscles the opportunity to become strong again, the results will begin to last longer and longer. We offer Botox treatments Tuesday through Saturday and can often accommodate you on the same day that you call.