Botox is one of the most common treatments for softening wrinkles and creating a more refreshed appearance.A question we hear often is, "How many units of Botox will I need?" The answer varies from person to person. The number of units depends on the area being treated, the strength of your facial muscles, and the results you're hoping to achieve. Book a consultation at LaSalle Medical Aesthetics with our nurse practitioner Maddie to determine how many units of botox you need

Botox and Dysport are two of the most popular injectable treatments that reduce wrinkes and fine lines. Both are designed to smooth facial muscles and create a more youthful appearance, however they work differently. Understanding these differences can help you make an informed choice about which injectable better suits your needs. Syringe filled with injectable solution for wrinkle treatment What Are Botox and Dysport? Botox and Dysport are both forms of botulinum toxin type

Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising) Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, if possible for a period of 2 weeks before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruis

Botox injections use a toxin called onobotulinum toxin A to temporarily prevent a muscle from moving. The most common use of these injections is to temporarily relax the facial muscles that cause wrinkles in the forehead and around the eyes. Botox injections are used to treat conditions such as dynamic wrinkles, neck spasms (cervical dystonia), excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), migraines, an overactive bladder, gastroparesis and lazy eye. Effects of Botox typically last fo