Botulinum Toxin

Botulinum toxin is a minimally invasive cosmetic injectable that reduces the appearance of wrinkles by relaxing the muscles that cause them. In our clinic, we have two types of botulinum toxin: Botox produced by Allergan, and Xeomin produced by Merz.

Forehead lines and wrinkles can be frustrating to experience, and they can cause one to appear older than they are. Luckily, there are treatment options available to help you achieve a more youthful appearance with minimal side effects or recovery time. Botulinum toxin injection is one of the most popular ways to help you achieve facial rejuvenation.

When it comes to aesthetic procedures, it is vital to seek treatment from the best in the business to ensure you receive optimal results. Dr. Utku Dolen and his staff at Utku Dolen MD Plastic Surgery are the best Illinois has to offer when it comes to aesthetic procedures; they can help you achieve the aesthetic you desire through botulinum toxin or a variety of other procedures.

Contact Dr. Dolen and his staff to schedule a personal consultation by calling (847) 854-3522.

About botulinum toxin

Botulinum toxin is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that can reduce the appearance of wrinkles such as forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines, and neck wrinkles (platysma bands). Botulinum toxin is a popular, heavily researched, and widely used cosmetic treatment. It has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for improving aesthetic appearance. (1) botulinum toxin is a customizable treatment and can be combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as dermal fillers, to achieve desired results.

Benefits

Botulinum toxin is a versatile cosmetic treatment option, making it a popular choice for individuals seeking non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Not only is botulinum toxin a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure but it is touted for its ability to deliver impactful results. Patients who undergo botulinum toxin treatments report

benefits which might include, but are not limited to, the following: Smoother skin

In addition to these benefits, botulinum toxin injections can act as a preventative measure for the appearance of new wrinkles or the worsening of existing wrinkles in the areas it is injected into. By reducing the contraction of muscles that cause certain facial wrinkles to appear, recurring botulinum toxin injections can help patients maintain smoother skin in the long term. Botulinum toxin achieves these benefits without causing patients to look “frozen” or non-expressive.

Ideal Candidates

Botulinum toxin is a great option for a vast array of potential candidates. Typically, this treatment appeals primarily to individuals seeking a minimally invasive solution to facial wrinkles, especially forehead lines, frown lines (“11”), and crow’s feet. Ideal candidates are typically in good overall health and have realistic expectations about what they can potentially accomplish with botulinum toxin. As a relatively quick injection procedure, many patients have busy schedules and are seeking a facial rejuvenation solution that doesn’t take too much time out of their day.

While botulinum toxin is a safe treatment for many individuals, certain patients may not be eligible for the injections. Individuals at risk of developing an allergic reaction to the ingredients in botulinum toxin, and should potentially look to explore other treatment options. Additionally, those with skin infections in the treatment area may need alternative solutions. Ultimately, your eligibility for botulinum toxin treatments will be determined by Dr. Dolen and his staff during a personal consultation. To see if you are an ideal candidate for botulinum toxin procedures, contact Dr. Dolen and his staff to schedule a personal consultation by calling (847) 854-3522.

Personal Consultation

If you are looking to smoothen your forehead through botulinum toxin injection or perhaps one of the many transformative procedures offered by Dr. Dolen, your first step is to book a personal consultation with Dr. Dolen. A personal consultation will allow you to sit down with Dr. Dolen and discuss your goals when it comes to cosmetic procedures. With his years of experience in the field of cosmetic procedures, Dr. Dolen can help you come up with a customized treatment plan that is tailored specifically toward your goals. This treatment plan might include recommendations for additional procedures he feels can help you reach your aesthetic goals, as well as ultimately determine if you are an ideal candidate for botulinum toxin injection.

To schedule this personal consultation, contact Dr. Dolen and his staff by calling (847) 854-3522.

Preparation

Preparation for botulinum toxin injection is usually rather simple for most patients. The preparation process will differ from patient to patient, especially if additional treatment methods are performed. Patients are advised to show up to their treatment with a clean face, free of make-up or other facial cosmetics. Rest assured, if any specific actions are required for you to prepare for your procedure, they will be provided to you in detail by Dr. Dolen.

Procedure

While the length of each botulinum toxin treatment can vary for each individual, the treatment is often rather quick, meaning it is great for people with busy schedules. Assuming the individual does not opt to have any additional procedures performed, a standard botulinum toxin injection can be performed in under a half hour. Once the patient is ensured to be comfortable, an injection is made in one or multiple treatment areas depending on your desired results and the recommendations of Dr. Dolen. Patients can drive and resume their daily lives without much interruption.

Recovery

After receiving botulinum toxin, patients might experience some swelling or bruising around the site of the injection, although these side effects usually subside relatively quickly and most patients can expect to return to everyday activities the same day of their treatment.

It is advised that patients avoid touching or rubbing the area for roughly a day following the treatment. Dr. Dolen also recommends avoiding laying down for a couple of hours afterward to prevent the treatment from spreading improperly, not doing any exercises, and avoiding hot showers or saunas. Dr. Dolen may recommend temporarily refraining from the usage of certain cosmetic facial products. Any specific postoperative details will be provided to you by Dr. Dolen, who will guide you through the recovery process as necessary.

Results

One of the reasons why botulinum toxin treatments are as popular as they are is simply because they are effective in producing results for many. While results can never be guaranteed as with any cosmetic procedure, botulinum toxin treatments offered by Dr. Dolen and his team are associated with impactful results up to 3-4 months following the treatment. (2) Most patients experience results for 3-4 months, but this time can vary. Some results can be noticed relatively immediately following your treatment, though the bulk of your results might not start appearing until a few days but generally a week afterward.

Results can last for several months before subsiding. It is recommended that you make frequent follow-up appointments with Dr. Dolen so he can monitor your results and recovery process. Follow-up injections are also advised to touch up your results and ensure long-lasting satisfaction. Patients need to have realistic expectations about what they can achieve with these procedures, although when performed by a trusted professional like Dr. Dolen or a member of his staff, there is a great likelihood that you will be pleased with the outcome of your treatment. Do not just take it from us, check out our reviews page to see what some of our many former clients have to say about the results they achieved at Dr. Dolen’s office.

Cost of botulinum toxin in Algonquin

Because botulinum toxin is such a versatile and highly personalized treatment, the cost of each botulinum toxin injection will vary greatly for each individual depending on a variety of factors. Most notably, the amount of injections received as well as whether or not any additional procedures are performed. Dr. Dolen and his staff will be happy to give you a personalized cost estimate during your consultation as well as answer any questions you may have about the price of treatment.

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References

1. Susmita A. An Evaluation of Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Management of Dynamic Forehead Wrinkles – A Clinical Study. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH. Published online 2016. doi:https://doi.org/10.7860/jcdr/2016/21904.8695
2. Cohen JL, Fagien S, Ogilvie P, et al. High Patient Satisfaction for up to 6 Months With OnabotulinumtoxinA Treatment for Upper Facial Lines. Dermatologic Surgery. 2022;48(11):1191-1197. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/dss.0000000000003585