Botox®
For decades, Botox® has set the gold standard in non-surgical facial rejuvenation, and for good reason. We tailor every Botox treatment to your unique aesthetic goals. Whether you want to smooth crow’s feet, lift your brows, or soften frown lines, our expert providers deliver natural-looking results that speak for themselves.
Erases dynamic expression lines, prevents deep-set wrinkles from forming, and restores a refreshed, well-rested appearance without any downtime.
Botox is a type of injectable treatment primarily known for its cosmetic applications in reducing facial wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing facial muscles.
You’ll start noticing results within 3 to 5 days, with full effects visible around the two-week mark. Botox typically lasts 3to 4 months, and consistent treatments help maintain a smooth, youthful look over time.
Botox is a great option for adults looking to smooth wrinkles without surgery. While it’s safe and effective for most, it’s not recommended if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have certain neuromuscular conditions.
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Botox is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive injectable treatment designed to temporarily relax facial muscles that cause fine lines and wrinkles. By softening repetitive muscle contractions, Botox delivers a refreshed, youthful look with no downtime. Trusted for decades, it remains the longest-standing and most reliable neurotoxin for proven, consistent results.
Before your appointment, you’ll meet with us for a personalized consultation. We’ll talk through your concerns, assess your facial anatomy, and discuss your goals so we can create a treatment plan that looks natural and balanced.
To help minimize bruising, you may be advised to avoid alcohol, aspirin, or blood-thinning supplements for a few days prior to treatment (we’ll guide you based on your individual health history).
Botox treatments are quick and straightforward—most appointments take about 10 to 15 minutes.
Using a very fine needle, small amounts of Botox are precisely injected into targeted muscles. Most patients describe the sensation as a brief pinch or pressure, and no anesthesia is required. We focus on accuracy and conservative dosing to ensure results look smooth, refreshed, and never overdone.
Botox treatments address dynamic lines and wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle contractions. It is also effective at treating other conditions caused by muscle movement, such as vertical neck bands or a gummy smile.
Forget the frozen look. Botox enhances your natural beauty without making it obvious. The only thing people will notice? How refreshed and well-rested you look.
Botox isn’t just about erasing lines. It’s about stopping them in their tracks. Regular treatments help prevent expression lines from becoming permanent, keeping your skin youthful longer.
Busy schedule? No problem. A Botox session takes as little as 10 to 15 minutes, making it the perfect lunchtime treatment with no downtime.
Our expert injectors tailor every Botox treatment to your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals, ensuring results that complement your features perfectly.
Botox has been extensively studied and used safely for decades. When administered by skilled professionals, it offers predictable, consistent results with minimal risk.
Botox® is ideal for healthy adults seeking to soften existing expression lines or proactively prevent static wrinkles from etching into the skin. Excellent candidates include individuals with active forehead creases, frown lines ("11s"), crow's feet, or muscle tension in the jaw or neck.
You should postpone treatment if you are currently pregnant, breastfeeding, have an active skin infection at the planned injection site, or live with specific neuromuscular disorders (such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome). Patients should expect subtle, natural movement that softens aging without freezing their authentic expressions.
There’s little to no downtime after Botox, and many patients return to their normal routine right away. You may notice mild redness, swelling, or tenderness at the injection sites, which typically resolves quickly.
We’ll provide simple aftercare instructions, including avoiding strenuous exercise, rubbing the treated area, or lying flat for several hours after treatment. Results begin to appear within a few days, with full effects visible in about 10 to 14 days.
The transformation following a Botox® treatment is subtle but meaningful. Within 3 to 5 days, overactive facial muscles begin to ease their contraction, relaxing the overlying skin and softening visible creases. By the 2-week mark, the full smoothing effect emerges, leaving your forehead, brow area, or lower face looking noticeably refreshed.
Results last 3 to 4 months. Regular treatments provide consistent muscle relaxation, preventing deep-set lines from returning and helping your skin look more youthful and radiant from year to year.
You set the rules for aging, not the other way around. We bring top-tier expertise to every Botox treatment, highlighting the unique beauty that’s already yours. Schedule your consultation today, and let’s bring out the best version of you. The best aesthetic treatments help you feel more confident without changing who you are. Led by Natalie Sharp, FNP-BC, a Cosmetic Dermatology Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of specialized dermatology experience, our practice combines clinical knowledge with an eye for balance to provide natural-looking Botox results.
Our injectors take the time to understand how your features move, where expression lines develop, and what a refreshed appearance means to you. We tailor placement and dosing to soften unwanted lines while preserving your natural expression. At our Garden City practice, you can expect thoughtful, personalized care from your initial consultation through your final result,
Botox is formulated with botulinum toxin, a purified protein that temporarily blocks nerve signals to the treated muscles, preventing them from contracting. This relaxes the skin above, reducing the appearance of fine lines and preventing deeper dynamic wrinkles from setting in. The result? A smoother, more youthful look that still allows for natural facial expressions.
Not when it’s done well. Our approach is all about softening lines while keeping your expressions natural, so you still look like you, just more refreshed.
Most patients say it feels like a quick pinch. The needles are very small, treatment is fast, and discomfort is typically minimal.
You may start to notice a change in a few days, with full results usually showing around the 10–14 day mark.
For most people, results last about 3 to 4 months (sometimes a bit more or less depending on your muscles, metabolism, and treatment area).
There’s little to no downtime. Many people go right back to work or daily plans immediately after their appointment.
For best results, avoid rubbing/massaging the area, strenuous exercise for about 24 hours, and lying flat for a few hours after treatment (we will give you exact instructions during your consultation).
It depends on your anatomy, goals, and the areas treated. As a reference point, the FDA-approved dosing for cosmetic areas is often listed as 20 units (frown lines), 20 units (forehead lines), and 24 units (crow’s feet), but your plan will be customized to you.
Pricing varies based on the number of units used and the areas treated. We’ll give you a clear, personalized quote at your consultation so you know exactly what to expect.
Botox is best known for smoothing dynamic lines (like forehead lines, “11s,” and crow’s feet), but it can also be used for other concerns like lip lines, chin dimpling, jaw slimming/TMJ, gummy smile, neck bands, and excessive sweating.
Botox relaxes the muscle activity that creates expression lines. Dermal fillers add volume and structure (think cheeks, lips, deeper folds). They’re often used together for a balanced, natural result.
There’s no “perfect” age: it’s more about your goals. Some patients start when they notice expression lines lingering at rest; others start earlier for prevention. A quick consult is the best way to decide what makes sense for you.
Common side effects of Botox injections are usually mild and temporary (like small bumps, tenderness, or bruising at injection sites). More serious side effects are rare, but your provider will review your medical history and safety considerations before treatment.
Botox may not be recommended if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, have certain neuromuscular conditions, or have an infection at the injection site. We’ll review your health history to ensure treatment is appropriate.
Yes. Botox pairs particularly well with treatments like dermal fillers, laser, and skincare plans. We’ll map out a timeline so everything layers safely and gives you the best overall result.
