Botox®
Injectable Wrinkle Reducer & Skin Tightener

Description:
Minimizes wrinkles of facial expression and prevents permanent wrinkle formation.
Treatment Cycle:
Once every 3 months the first year, then every 6 months.
Length of One Treatment:
30 Minutes
Comfort Level:
Mild-moderate discomfort
Recovery Time:
No downtime
Pre-Care Instructions:
None
Post-Care Instructions:
Remain upright for 4 hours after treatment.
Unit Options:

For individuals in their 20s to 30s with fine lines just starting to appear, 1 CC (16 units) of Botox is an excellent preventive treatment. At this age, the primary focus is on reducing the development of dynamic wrinkles—those caused by repetitive muscle movements, such as frowning or squinting. By addressing these fine lines early, Botox can help “train” the facial muscles to relax, which minimizes the formation of deeper, more pronounced wrinkles over time.

For clients in their 30s to 40s, deeper lines often begin to appear due to prolonged muscle activity and natural aging processes, including decreased collagen and elasticity. At this stage, 1.5 CC (24 units) of Botox is typically recommended to smooth these lines and restore a more refreshed appearance.
Initial treatments may need to be performed every 90 days (approximately three months) to achieve optimal results. The reason for more frequent treatments during this phase is to allow Botox to break the cycle of repetitive muscle movements that contribute to wrinkle formation. Once the desired results are achieved, maintenance treatments can be spaced out to every 6 to 12 months, depending on individual skin response and goals.

For clients over 50, Botox can play a significant role in addressing deep lines and wrinkles that have become more established due to prolonged facial expressions, reduced collagen production, and thinning skin. At this stage, 2 CC (32 units) of Botox is recommended to target these deeper wrinkles and provide a smoother, more rejuvenated look.
Mature skin often requires multiple treatments, spaced 90 days apart, to achieve optimal results. These sessions work to relax the overactive muscles responsible for deep wrinkles and allow the skin to gradually smooth out over time. Botox may also be combined with other procedures, such as fillers, laser treatments, or microneedling, to address other signs of aging, including volume loss, pigmentation, or skin laxity.
Botox 1 CC / 16 Units
Botox 1.5 CC / 24 Units
Botox 2 CC / 32 Units
This service is exclusively at our Athena Laser Clinic location in Ridgway, PA. Athena Laser Clinic is within the Fernan Family Practice office.