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Wrinkle-Free Rejuvenation: Discover BOTOX® Treatment

The effects of age, gravity, our individual genetics, and the environment can cause creases and fine lines to form on our skin. Formulated with botulinum toxin – a neuromodulator that temporarily immobilizes dynamic wrinkle-causing muscles – BOTOX® smooths the skin for a rejuvenated facial glow.

Why Choose Dr. Pontell for BOTOX® Injections?

Dr. Jonathan Pontell is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon whose expert understanding of facial structure and features makes him an ideal choice for BOTOX® in Philadelphia. He performs all BOTOX® injections personally, providing his patients with the finesse, precision, and beautiful results that only a leading facial plastic surgeon can offer. As a trusted authority in the field, Dr. Pontell ensures his patients’ results appear natural, never leaving a patient looking like they had a stroke.

Dr. Pontell is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He holds membership with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery. He is uniquely trained and highly qualified, allowing him to utilize innovative, safe, and effective techniques.

How BOTOX® Works

BOTOX® works by temporarily relaxing the muscles in the face that cause wrinkles. Made from a safe, low dose of botulinum toxin, a purified protein, BOTOX® acts as a preventative treatment for younger patients and as an effective anti-aging treatment for patients who are already seeing wrinkles and fine lines.

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What to Expect During BOTOX® Treatment

During your BOTOX® treatment, your skin will first be cleansed. Injections will be precisely given in specific areas, ensuring only the muscles causing the wrinkles are treated. This process takes about 10 minutes. Once it is complete, you can get right back to your day.

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What Are the Benefits?

BOTOX® is a safe, effective wrinkle relaxer that achieves many benefits for patients:

  • No surgery, no incisions, no downtime
  • Facial rejuvenation with injections only
  • Short procedure time, minimal recovery period if any
  • Relatively painless treatment
  • Effectively smooths wrinkles
  • Can address many areas of the face
  • May help stop wrinkles from forming in the first place

Am I a Candidate?

Men or women who want to smooth away or prevent wrinkles are candidates for BOTOX® in Philadelphia. In general, candidates should meet the following requirements:

  • Are 18 years old or older
  • Are generally in good health
  • Are not pregnant or nursing
  • Have no skin infections nor outbreaks in the BOTOX® treatment area
  • Have no allergies to the BOTOX® ingredients
  • Have no history of neuromuscular diseases

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Treatment Areas

BOTOX® is effective in a variety of areas. Each area generally requires a different amount of units, depending on your unique needs, to achieve a smooth, youthful appearance.

Eyebrows: 
2-5 units		 Bunny lines: 
5-10 units		 Forehead lines: 
10-30 units
Chin: 
2-6 units		 Crow’s feet: 
5-15 units		 Jaw area: 
15-50 units per side
Mouth Corners: 
3-6 units		 Glabellar (frown lines):
10-25 units		 Neck (platysmal) bands: 
25-50 units

Eyebrows

Lines on the eyebrows can cause a grouchy or tired appearance. With BOTOX®, the wrinkles diminish, leaving a more appealing, attractive appearance.

Chin

Achieve a smoother, more sculpted chin with BOTOX®. BOTOX® diminishes chin wrinkles and irregularities to help you appear younger and more refreshed.

Mouth Corners

Drooping corners can make your mouth look like you’re permanently unhappy. With BOTOX®, the corner of your mouth is lifted, creating a more youthful, pleasant appearance.

Bunny Lines

The fine lines on either side of your nose, commonly called bunny lines, can be smoothed and erased with BOTOX®.

Crow’s Feet

Crow’s feet and fine lines around the eyes can be carefully injected with BOTOX®, reducing signs of age.

Frown Lines

Also known as the “11s”, the vertical lines between the eyebrows can be softened and smoothed away to achieve a more pleasant, youthful appearance.

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Forehead Lines

The horizontal lines on the brow are diminished or erased with BOTOX® injections, covering the entirety of the forehead.

Neck Bands

BOTOX® injections effectively decrease wrinkles and lines on the neck (platysmal bands), leaving you more youthful and refreshed.

BOTOX® vs. Xeomin

BOTOX® and Xeomin are similar injectable treatments that both achieve smoother skin. The main difference is that Xeomin is the purest form of botulinum toxin, the same substance as BOTOX®.

Because it is so pure, Xeomin provides the lowest possible chance of causing an allergic reaction. It also has a lower probability of patients developing resistance to the product over time, which makes it a practical choice when patients have started to build resistance to BOTOX®.

BOTOX® vs. Fillers

Aesthetically, BOTOX® is designed solely to smooth lines and wrinkles by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause the wrinkles to appear. Dermal fillers can also help to smooth wrinkles and lines, but they work differently. Fillers replace lost facial volume with a gel-like substance.

This plumps the skin, filling and smoothing the wrinkles. Fillers can also enhance and sculpt the features, such as the cheekbones, jawline, and lips. Fillers last several months longer than BOTOX®; they can even last up to two years or more.

Medical Uses of BOTOX®

BOTOX® can be used to treat a variety of medical concerns, including excessive sweating, TMJ, and migraines.

Hyperhidrosis

If you’re suffering from excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), causing embarrassing wetness you can’t easily control, BOTOX® injections can effectively treat this problem by temporarily blocking the nerves that signal the sweat glands to overproduce sweat. Patients have dryer underarms and more confidence.

TMJ

Clenching and grinding the teeth, or TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), is commonly treated with BOTOX®. BOTOX® injections effectively relax the muscles causing tightness and straining in the jaw. This treatment is an effective relief for many TMJ patients.

Migraines

The debilitating effect migraines cause can be successfully treated with BOTOX®. During migraine treatment, BOTOX® is injected into specific areas. This relaxes the muscles and relieves the onset of migraines and the suffering they cause.

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Post-Injection Care

Expect a very minimal recovery period after a BOTOX® treatment. There is no downtime required. There may be redness or small red bumps in the treatment area, which will usually fade within about one hour.

For the following two days after treatment, do not massage the area, as that may cause the BOTOX® substance to spread to other facial regions.

Our Services

Our practice, the Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery Center, is dedicated to enhancing, rejuvenating, and renewing your appearance. We provide personalized, caring service from our board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Pontell and every one of his highly-trained, welcoming team.

Our focus is facial surgery and non-surgical facial treatments, which is why we offer modern, advanced treatments with the most cutting-edge, safe, and effective techniques. Every procedure, whether BOTOX® or a  facelift, is performed meticulously under the most thoughtful planning. After all, it is your face – your treatments should be perfectly done and achieve beautiful results. We provide a full range of treatments and procedures to help you meet your aesthetic goals, including, but not limited to, the following:

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FAQ

Is BOTOX® safe?

Is there downtime after BOTOX®?

What is the cost of BOTOX®?

How long do BOTOX® results last?

What are the possible complications with BOTOX®?

Is BOTOX® safe?

BOTOX® is an FDA-approved, safe treatment.

Is there downtime after BOTOX®?

There is no downtime after BOTOX®.

What is the cost of BOTOX®?

The cost of BOTOX® varies based on the number of units required. Dr. Pontell can give you more information about the recommended number of units and total cost during your consultation.

How long do BOTOX® results last?

Results will last for 3-4 months.

What are the possible complications with BOTOX®?

Bruising, redness at injection sites, flu-like symptoms, temporary facial drooping, muscle weakness, and others. When performed by an expert surgeon like Dr. Pontell, the risk of complications is minimal. However, you may discuss any concerns with the doctor so you feel comfortable with the procedure.

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