What to Expect From Botox

Step 1:

We start your consultation by identifying the expression lines that bother you and the movement you want to preserve. During this time, your provider reviews your medical history and discusses your aesthetic goals.

They watch how your muscles contract and your skin folds as you smile, frown, or raise your brows. Your injector uses this movement to pinpoint which muscles create the lines you want to soften, so they can determine the right Botox dose and placement for your face.

Step 2:

When administering Botox in Franklin at Smart Skin Med Spa, your provider injects the wrinkle relaxer into key facial muscles based on your treatment plan. Injection appointments usually take about 10 to 20 minutes, and most patients describe the sensation as a brief pinch or slight pressure.

Botox temporarily blocks specific nerve signals that trigger unwanted muscle contractions. As the muscles relax with fewer contractions, expression lines begin to soften. You may notice a change within a few days, with optimal results usually developing within 7 to 14 days.

Step 3:

Botox results generally last about 3 to 4 months, although duration varies based on your metabolism and muscle activity. Most patients return for treatment 3 to 4 times per year to maintain their results.

Our providers often start with a conservative dose for first-time patients, giving the face time to respond before adding more. That gradual dosing and evaluation gives your injector a clearer sense of the placement and approach that best fit your features for future visits.