This patient had Botox injections to the area around her eyes to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
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Ricardo L Rodriguez, MD
Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Serving all of Baltimore
This patient had Botox injections to the area around her eyes to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
View Patient DetailsBotox® is a brand of botulinum toxin type A, a purified substance that's derived from the bacteria that causes botulism. Other common brands include Botox® Cosmetic, Xeomin and Dysport.
Botox® injections work for cosmetic purposes by blocking muscular nerve impulses which actually weakens the muscle so that it can't contract. As such, it is very effective at diminishing certain facial wrinkles, though the effects are temporary, often lasting for up to four months.
Patients interested in Botox® Injections are often concerned about:
I want affordable botox injections performed by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Botox® is injected using a very small needle directly into targeted facial muscles in order to produce the desired results. Here at CosmeticSurg, I personally perform all of our patients' Botox® injections because I strongly believe that only a well-trained, experienced, board certified plastic surgeon can give you the optimum, safest results. Consistently. Each and every time you visit.
Botox® is administered in a simple, 30-minute office visit. The area to be injected is often numbed with ice or a numbing creme (topical anesthetic), but no anesthesia is required. The smallest needle available is used, so the pain is minimal and not long lasting. Some people experience no pain whatsoever.
Results from Botox® will appear within 3 to 10 days and will generally last about four months.
Yes, if you are concerned with wrinkles in your forehead a more permanent solution is a browlift. The browlift actually gives you a more natural look than Botox® injections.
Botox® is very useful in diminishing perspiration (excessive sweating). The most commonly treated areas are the armpits and the hands.
Patients seeking Botox® injections must not have had Botox® treatment within the previous four months and should not be pregnant or breastfeeding. To avoid excessive bruising, you should avoid taking aspirin or ibuprofen for two weeks prior to your treatment . However, the injections can still be performed if you are currently taking these meds. The difference is that you may possibly bruise more than what is necessary.
Following your Botox® injections, you'll be able to leave the office and resume your normal activities. You'll want to avoid laying down for 3-4 hours and avoid taking aspirin or ibuprofen. You'll also want to avoid any strenuous activity for several hours in order to keep brusing to a minimum.
Botox® has been used safely for over 20 years. It is a highly purified protein with an excellent safety record and a low incidence of side effects. It has FDA approval for cosmetic use. Common side effects associated with Botox® include:
A patient can acquire a frozen look if too much Botox® is used. For example, too many injections in the same area can result in such a flat surface that the appearance can be expressionless. I am extremely careful to avoid this result.
Botox® is $300 per treatment area with up to 20 units of Botox® injected per bilateral area. An example area is the bilateral crow's feet. Treatment areas which require over 20 units will be charged at $12/unit. It's the best of all the worlds --- experienced, convenient, and affordable.
Yes, we now offer Xeomin at $200 per area, for up to 20 units. It is the same molecular structure as Botox and is an FDA approved product . It gives the same results as Botox®. Dr. Rodriguez has been using this product over the past year and is very happy with this injectable product.
When comparing Botox® injection prices among offices, be sure to ask each office how much they dilute the pure Botox®. The manufacturer of Botox® does suggest a small amount of dilution, however, a physician who offers Botox® injections at very low price may be suspect for overdiluting the Botox®. Highly diluted Botox® will usually give a less than optimal result--NOT what you want!
Brilliant Distinctions is an exclusive rewards program that helps you save on select Allergan products and services. It's easy and it adds up fast! If you are not yet a member, we'll be happy to help you register when you come into our office. Basically, you earn points towards cash vouchers each time you get Botox® and/or Juvederm XC, as well as Latisse.
At 400 points, you get a $50 savings coupon.
To sign up for this program, visit Allergan's Brilliant Distinction Program page or simply sign up when you come to our office.
See our patient gallery of Botox® Before and After Photos, all performed by me here in our Baltimore office. Please note that all of these patients have given written consent to use their photos at our web site. We are very grateful for their participation in patient education! Call 410-494-8100 to make your appointment now.
Our beautiful office is conveniently located in Baltimore, right off I-695 beltway. Parking is just a few steps from our entrance and it's always available. Call us at 410-494-8100 to make your appointment and see what a difference it makes.
Give us a call at +1-410-494-8100 or Contact Us online to set up an appointment to help you determine if Botox® will help you achieve your cosmetic goals.
Updated Jan 14, 2019
Ricardo L Rodriguez M.D.
Board Certified Plastic Surgery
*Note: Patients depicted in photos and videos have provided written consent to display their photos online. Every patient is unique, and surgical results may vary. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The liquid faceift combines botox with restylane or juvederm for facial rejuvenation.
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