Botox®

Dr. Kavali is a National Trainer for Allergan, the manufacturer of Botox, and her practice is ranked in the Top 500 Nationwide by Allergan for the volume of Botox and fillers that she uses each year.  It's pretty impressive to be listed in the Top 500 Nationwide, especially since Dr. Kavali is a solo practitioner, and the rankings include large group practices as well.  

We're proud of our experience and our expertise.  And we'll always be honest with you about what you can expect.

Botox® had been available as a therapeutic agent since the late 1960s to treat neurological disorders. Today, we use Botox to treat wrinkles in the face and neck. Botox can be used to smooth lines in the forehead, between the eyebrows (“glabella”), around the eyes (“crows’ feet”), around the nose (“bunny lines” and nostril flaring), around the lips (“smoker’s lines”), and in the neck. In fact, Botox can be used for many lines that are caused by muscle movement. Botox can also be used to shape the eyebrows: a “Botox Browlift”.

We will discuss with you which lines you’d like to see improved, then we will let you know if Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin® (or some other treatment) is appropriate for you. The quick procedure can be done on the same day as your initial consultation. Dr. Kavali or one of her Physician Assistants will perform your Botox or Dysport or Xeomin treatment. Our Physician Assistants both have a wealth of experience with these products—they even do Dr. Kavali’s own Botox and Dysport and Xeomin treatments! You will know prior to your appointment which provider will be available for your treatment.

Botox treats lines caused by muscle movement.  Our muscles move when our nerves tell them to move.  Botox works by interfering with that nerve-muscle communication (technically speaking, Botox inhibits acetylcholine release).  

It's important to note that Botox treats lines, not hollows.  That's because of HOW Botox works. It can treat lines caused by muscle movement.

Botox® treatments have no downtime; you can immediately resume your normal activities. Within about a week, you will notice that the treated areas have less movement. The lines in the skin may take up to one month to completely relax. We like to have you come back 2 weeks after your first treatment, so we can fine-tune any areas that may need more units of Botox for full effect.

Botox is a versatile prescription product.  It is FDA-approved for a few cosmetic uses.  We also use it for many "off-label' purposes in the appropriate person for the appropriate reasons.  We will let you know if your treatment is "off-label" before it's done.  Here are the areas we typically treat with Botox:

These are the FDA-approved uses for Botox in our practice:

-Forehead lines, the horizontal ones across your forehead.  

-Glabellar lines, the "11s" between your brows.  

-Crows' feet, those smile lines around your eyes

-Axillary hyperhidrosis, excessive armpit sweating

These are some of the "off-label" areas we treat with Botox, when appropriate:

-Brow lift: We use Botox to help shape the eyebrows and lift them

-DAOs (Depressor Anguli Oris) muscles that pull down the corners of the mouth.  Treating these muscles makes the corners of the mouth turn up a bit.

-Masseter muscles in the cheek that create jaw clenching and a widened jaw appearance.  Treating these muscles can make a square face appear more round and can help alleviate jaw clenching and grinding.

-Cheeks: we use Botox here in a special way to help smooth the skin and soften pillow lines

-Neck: we use Botox here to help stop "turkey neck" from forming.  When we treat those neck bands, the neck appears smoother.

 

We measure Botox® in “units”. The amount needed depends greatly on how thick your muscles are, how deep your lines are, how many prior Botox treatments you’ve had, and what type of results you’re seeking. Typically, it takes around 15-20 units of Botox to treat the forehead, 20-25 units of Botox to treat the glabella (those "11s" between the brows", and 15-20 units of Botox to treat crows’ feet. 

We will recommend the number of units you'll need to meet your goals, and we will always let you know how many units you'll get before we do your treatment.

Our pricing is very competitive. We do occasionally have special events with even more savings. You can sign up for our e-newsletter to get advance notice regarding upcoming events by clicking here: Join our list  

We also love to host "Botox parties" in our office!  Gather at least 5 of your friends who are new to our office, and we'll open the office after-hours, treat everyone, and your Botox treatment will be complimentary (up to 25 units).  Give us a call to schedule your personal Botox party.  *Of course, everyone is properly evaluated prior to treatment

We can typically get you in quickly for a Botox appointment, so don't stress about that.  If you've got a special event coming up, it's best to have your treatment done 1-2 weeks beforehand, so the results can be seen.  If you're coming closer to the event than that, you might consider a different product (Dysport) that starts to work in 1-2 days.  We'll talk to you about your options and make sure you're ready for that big day!

The effects of Botox typically last about 3-4 months. After that time, the muscles start to move again, and you'll notice your lines starting to show up again.  We'll send a you a reminder when it's almost time for your next treatment.

Our pricing is very competitive. We do occasionally have special events with even more savings. You can sign up for our e-newsletter to get advance notice regarding upcoming events by clicking here: Join our list  

We also love to host "Botox parties" in our office!  Gather at least 5 of your friends who are new to our office, and we'll open the office after-hours, treat everyone, and your Botox treatment will be complimentary (up to 25 units).  Give us a call to schedule your personal Botox party.  *Of course, everyone is properly evaluated prior to treatment

Serious side effects are very rare. You may have some local numbness, temporary swelling, bruising, or a slight burning sensation during your treatment. Some people have reported temporary headache and nausea. Very rarely, a patient is reported to experience no wrinkle improvement at all.

Yes.  We often correct hollows using fillers like Juvederm or Voluma, then finish with Botox.  You can also do Botox right after your Fotofacial or peel.

Your Botox consultation is complimentary with one of our Physician Assistants, who are expertly trained and meticulous aesthetic injectors.

We want you to be thrilled with your results and with every aspect of your experience with us.  If anything isn't quite right, or if your treatment didn't quite work in an area after being treated with the amount we recommended, please come back for a complimentary touch-up between 2-3 weeks after your treatment.

Dr. Kavali is an Allergan National Trainer for Botox®, so you can be certain of her experience and expertise.

You can request a consultation or call us at 404-250-3333.

Be sure to go to the Patient info link on this site. You can find consent forms for each procedure and information about what to do before and after your procedure