Botox, Injectables, and Fillers in Atlanta, GA
Wrinkles and creases on your face can give people a misleading impression of your energy and vigor. You want to exude youth and vitality, but the years take their toll on the faces of even the most energetic of us. Fortunately, you do not have to just accept your wrinkles and creases and come to peace with the idea that you look older than you feel.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Crispin many facial injectable options for eliminating those unsightly wrinkles and other undesirable imperfections. To learn more about dermal fillers with Dr. Mark Crispin, contact Crispin Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation in Atlanta.
What Are My Facial Injectable Options And How Do They Work?
BOTOX®
BOTOX® remains the most popular option. The active ingredient in BOTOX® is a sterile form of the botulinum toxin. The ingredient has no bacteria and is quite safe. BOTOX® can target:
- Around your mouth and nose
- Your forehead
- Around your eyes
- Brow furrow (eleven lines)
Dr. Crispin will inject BOTOX® into the part of your face that you want to improve. BOTOX® blocks the nerves in your face from sending electrical signals to your muscles. This means that the muscles will not be able to contract, an action responsible for the formation of wrinkles.
Soon, your facial muscles will relax and soften, smoothing out those unsightly wrinkles and creases. You will see a new, healthy, youthful appearance shortly after your BOTOX® appointment.
The entire procedure takes less than 15 minutes, and there is no recovery time, as BOTOX® is not a surgical procedure. You should expect the results from your BOTOX® procedure to last 3 to 4 months, at which point you can return to Dr. Crispin for another injection to maintain your rejuvenated appearance.
Injectable HA Fillers
Some of the most well-tolerated nonsurgical facial rejuvenation treatments. Risks are incredibly rare due to the biocompatibility of hyaluronic acid HA, but some redness or tenderness around the injection site may occur in the first few days following treatment.
Your skin contains hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally hydrating substance that helps keep your skin looking soft and youthful. As you age, your natural supply of HA begins to diminish, resulting in fine lines and deeper wrinkles.
When injected into the skin, Injectable HA Fillers replace lost HA, restoring hydration and eliminating wrinkles. Due to the patented smooth-gel solution, injectable HA fillers can continue replenishing lost HA for upwards of 12 months, producing a softer, more attractive, and youthfully vibrant appearance.
- Smile and laugh lines running vertically from the bottom of the nose to the corners of the mouth
- Marionette lines running vertically downward from the corners of the mouth
- Vertical lip lines
During your initial cosmetic surgery consultation, Dr. Crispin will be happy to discuss this with you in more detail and to answer any specific questions about injectable HA fillers and other options that you may have.
FAQs for Botox and Dermal Fillers Crispin Plastic Surgery
Your Botox® treatment in Atlanta, GA may vary in its cost according to your treatment area and the number of Botox® units used. After your personalized consultation with Dr. Crispin, we can provide you with a personalized estimate of costs for your Botox® treatment.
The cost of your dermal filler treatment depends on factors, such as the facial features that you want to augment, the concerns that you want to treat, and the number of units necessary to achieve your aesthetic goals. After a hands-on consultation, Dr. Crispin and our team provide you with a breakdown of the costs for your filler treatment.
After your injectable treatments, you may experience side effects like slight bruising, swelling, and redness across the treatment area. However, they will resolve on their own within a few days. Dr. Crispin and our team provide you with specific aftercare instructions to help alleviate any discomfort during this period.
It is advised that you do not wear makeup for at least 24 hours after receiving injectable treatments like Botox® or dermal fillers. After this period, you can put on makeup on the treatment site. Dr. Crispin and our team also help you determine what type of makeup and skincare products will be best to use for a few days after your treatment.
Depending upon your aesthetic concerns, your injectable treatment can be completed within a few minutes. Typically, an injectable procedure takes under an hour. After your initial consultation, Dr. Crispin and our team will provide you with an estimate of how long your treatment may take.
If you want more pronounced results for enhancing facial volume, smoothing skin texture, as well as reducing fine lines and wrinkles, Dr. Crispin can personalize your injectable treatment to include both Botox® and dermal fillers. After understanding your goals, Dr. Crispin will advise whether this approach is suitable for you.
Injectable treatments including Botox® and dermal fillers require no downtime. This means that you can have injectable treatments during your lunch break and return to work immediately in most cases. However, you need to follow certain aftercare instructions such as avoiding heavy exercise for a few days after the treatment. This minimizes side effects while also boosting the results of your injectable treatments.
For most patients, Botox® results last between three to five months. After this period, maintenance treatments are advised to maintain your results.
Dermal fillers can typically last over six to 12 months for most patients. The duration varies due to several factors, such as the type of dermal fillers, the placement location, and the body’s natural response. Dr. Crispin and our team can help you determine how frequently you may need maintenance injections to retain the results of your dermal fillers.
When your facial muscles relax and stop moving after your Botox® treatment, the dynamic wrinkles that occur from frequent muscular contractions begin to soften. You may start noticing the results of your Botox® treatment five to seven days after your treatment. Your results will be most prominent around two weeks after your treatment.
Depending on the filler and the treatment location, you may experience immediate results from a dermal filler treatment. However, some fillers need time to settle under your skin, which might take around one to two weeks. After this period, you can see significant enhancements in your appearance and facial features.
Schedule Your Atlanta Consultation Today
Contact Crispin Plastic Surgery online or by calling (404) 257-0064 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Crispin. He will ask questions to understand your goals for treatment, examine you, and give his recommendations for the best and safest approach. Patients throughout the Atlanta area choose Dr. Crispin because of his caring approach, his surgical expertise, and his beautifully natural-looking results.