Botox: making the decision
The numbers behind the choice — satisfaction, real costs, risks, and how to vet whoever does it. Everything here is sourced from published literature and public records, not ads.
Patient satisfaction
95%+
commonly cited in studies
Wears off in
3–4 months
Typical cost
$550
$300–$800 range
Near you
20 mi radius
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The thing most people want to hear first: Fully temporary — if you don't love it, it's gone in a few months. That makes it the lowest-commitment way to try aesthetic treatment.
What the price actually covers
The day of
Appointment
10–20 min
Anesthesia
None
Downtime
Same day
When you'll see the result
Recovery
None
Results show
3–7 days
Results last
3-4 months
Honest risks
- Bruising at injection points for a few days
- Temporary heaviness or drooping if it migrates (rare, resolves)
- Under-treatment is fixable at a 2-week follow-up — start conservative
Are you a good candidate?
- Dynamic lines (visible when you frown or raise brows)
- Not pregnant or nursing
- No neuromuscular conditions
Six questions for every consult
- Are you board-certified, and in what specialty? (Verify it — don't just ask.)
- How many of this exact procedure did you do in the last 12 months?
- Can I see before/afters of patients with my anatomy or skin type?
- Who handles complications, and what's your revision policy and fee?
- Where is the procedure done, and is the facility accredited?
- What results would you consider realistic for me — and what won't this fix?
Verify before you book
Check the medical license
Confirm board certification
Cross-check the NPI registry
Read reviews for your procedure