Transform Me frequently asked questions

 

Does getting Botox hurt?

Transform Me exclusively uses 33-gauge needles to inject Botox. These are smaller than insulin needles and are the smallest hollow bore needles available. That being said, you are getting an injection in the face, which is a sensitive area. Everyone’s pain tolerance is different, and most patients experience some pain. Some injections are near painless, and some hurt quite a bit, but the pain is very short-lived, and there is minimal to no pain afterward. Individual results may vary.

I heard Botox is a toxin.  Is getting cosmetic Botox dangerous?

Like everything in medicine, toxicity is a matter of dosing and the amount of Botox injected for cosmetic procedures is thousands of times too small for any significant adverse effects. In fact, no one has ever died as a result of receiving cosmetic Botox.  That’s pretty impressive seeing as 6.1 million Americans received cosmetic Botox last year alone. Botulism, a form of food poisoning that results from eating a massive amount of un-purified protein, has been an incredibly deadly disease throughout history.  Today, however, as long as you don’t can your vegetables, this is unlikely to happen to you.

How long after the procedure does it take to see results?

Most patients see results on post-procedure day three and full results on post-procedure day seven. Individual timeframes and results will vary.

How long does the Botox last?

First-time Botox patients typically see results that last between three-to-four months. Patients who have been receiving Botox for some years usually have longer-lasting results. Individual timeframes and results will vary.

What will happen if I get Botox one time but do not continue to get it on a regular basis?

If you do not continue to get it on a regular basis, the effects will wear off, and your wrinkles will reappear. You will NOT get more wrinkles than you previously had. This is a common misconception.

Will it be obvious that I’ve had a cosmetic procedure?

At Transform Me, we aim to give patients the “you look better, but I don’t know why” look. Because Botox simply decreases muscle activity and does not stretch the skin, rest assured you will not get the blown away, over-filled look associated with more invasive cosmetic procedures.

Is there anyone who should not get Botox?

Yes. People who cannot get Botox include anyone who has:

* Had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in Botox

* A skin infection at the planned injection site

I’m pregnant. Can I still get Botox?

Although it’s unlikely there will be any adverse side effects to your baby, Transform Me will not perform the procedure if you are pregnant.