Botox^® is a purified protein, authorized for sale by Heath Canada and the FDA to treat moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet, and horizontal lines on the forehead.

Botox^® Cosmetic contains onabotulinum toxin A. When this substance is injected, how it works is by simply relaxing the facial muscle underneath the skin to create a smooth and refreshed appearance. While this only targets the wrinkles that appear when you make facial expressions, you can consider getting an injectable filler treatment with hyaluronic acid at the same time for any wrinkles and creases that are permanently visible.

In general, you will be able to see the effects of Botox^® as early as 3 to 4 days after an injection. Most patients will see full results within 10 to 14 days, but you should wait the full 14 days to see the maximum results of your treatment. 

Depending on your desired results, Botox^® may prevent you from making some facial expressions. It’s crucial to find an experienced medical injector to listen to your concerns and talk you through the process, so you know exactly what to expect. Some patients opt for less Botox^® to start, and then gradually increase for the desired look.

There is no downtime or recovery time for Botox^® injections. You may resume normal activities immediately. One note of caution: your medical injector will instruct you against laying down or any exercise for the 4 hours immediately after your treatment. 

The CoolSculpting^® applicator is applied to one area of unwanted focal fat at a time. This typically involves one or more of the following areas: abdomen, hips, bra-fat, inner/outer thighs, or chin. Using vacuum suction, the device gently draws tissue with unwanted fat into a chamber. Controlled cooling is then delivered to the treatment area, and the fat cells undergo “cryolypolysis” (cell death) due to freezing, while the surrounding tissue is unharmed. Approximately 25% of the exposed fat cells will be permanently destroyed, for significant body contouring improvement.

The laser hits the skin in a pixilated pattern, like the dots on a Lichtenstein painting. The skin immediately tightens as a selected percentage of the treated surface is vaporized, the untreated skin immediately begins the healing process, whereby new collagen formation is stimulated for the following 6 to 8 months.

JUVÉDERM^® is the world’s leading brand of hyaluronic acid (HA) facial fillers.* JUVÉDERM^® products blends into the tissue, which may contribute to the natural look and feel assessed, as a result of treatment. Each JUVÉDERM^® facial filler is designed for a particular purpose, whether it’s to treat fine or deep lines/folds, restore facial volume for a lifting effect, or reshape and redefine the lips. Your healthcare practitioner may suggest several treatments from the JUVÉDERM^® range to create a tailored treatment plan for you.