Botox injection treatments are a very popular and very common non-surgical cosmetic injectable treatment at Solomon Facial Plastic. If you have recently started to notice the familiar signs of aging beginning to show on your face, and you want a non-surgical solution, injectable treatments can certainly provide you with a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance.
At Solomon Facial Plastic we offer a complimentary one-on-one consultation so that you can be assessed and learn more about the treatment and how it could benefit you. Dr. Solomon and his team of highly experienced cosmetic injectors will advise you on the most effective treatment that would best meet your aesthetic goals. This will also be an opportunity to review your medical history, and to go over any possible side effects and related risks.
The dosage is typically described in units of Botox Toronto. The exact dose for each person varies depending on cosmetic or medical indication.
Cost is determined by the amount of units used to treat an area. At Solomon Facial Plastic Surgery, we will provide you with a through consult and treatment plan customized to your needs that will include treatment options and a quote.
Solomon Facial Plastic offers Botox injectable treatments in Toronto, Thornhill and the surrounding areas. Botox Toronto injections are carried out by Dr. Solomon or by one of his highly trained and licenced cosmetic nurses under Dr. Solomon’s direction.
If this is your first time exploring the use of Botox Toronto, it is important to understand exactly what this medication is. Botox is a neuromodulator made from the bacterium known as Clostridium botulinum. Botox, a purified protein, used in small, diluted quantities, has been safely used throughout for over 25 years to treat a number of medical problems, and is considered a safe substance for injection. Botox Toronto is one of the most well-researched and widely used medications in Canada, “with over 3,000 published studies” and is approved for a number of non-cosmetic medical issues such as hyperhidrosis, muscle spasm and migraines.
Getting to know how Botox injections in Toronto is used involves getting to know what it is used for. There is a strong connection that exists between the muscles that lie underneath the facial skin and the skin that overlies them. Over the course of time, as we smile, frown, squint and make other dynamic facial expressions, this type of muscle movement slowly begins to create lines and creases. They begin as temporary when we are young, disappearing after the movement has concluded. Throughout decades however, these lines and creases become permanent and some muscles of the face grow more dominant.
As a minimally-invasive cosmetic procedure, Botox is highly popular among many people as the risks are low. Risks are related to how it is injected, “as an experienced medical professional should be the only person injecting this medication. The procedure itself however, is quite simple.” First, the area being treated is cleansed before being treated and you have the option to pre-ice if you are concerned about pain.
A tiny amount of the product is injected by a small needle, directly into the selected muscle tissue. Due to the needle being so fine and the quantity of liquid used being such a small amount, the discomfort associated with a Botox “treatment” is minimal Botox Toronto deactivates the superficial muscles that attach themselves underneath your skin. The result of this is a relaxation effect that causes wrinkles to soften and ‘relax’ while preventing these muscles from forming new wrinkles in the future. Depending on where Botox injections in Toronto is applied, it can appear as a non-invasive lift or it can be very subtle, so that only you and your partner will notice. Unlike a more invasive of facial cosmetic procedure, a patient will be able to return to their daily activities immediately after treatment.
If you are looking for more information on the effectiveness of Botox Toronto and its application, there are many resources that we recommend browsing through. For example, an identical twin study conducted by an American Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon – Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeons has assessed the effectiveness of neuromodulators such as Botox if used on a regular basis. Twins were followed over a decade and assessed. The results are available via
Botox has been approved in Canada for multiple decades as a means of a temporary treatment addressing facial lines. It is imperative that Botox be administered by a trained, medical professional such as Dr. Philip Solomon, OTL Head and Neck Surgeon specializing in the facial anatomy and practicing Facial Plastic Surgery for nearly 20 years. Dr. Solomon is a meticulous and highly skilled injector who gives his patients his undivided attention to deliver the best possible results. Botox is not necessarily intended for all areas of the face. For more information, please seek a consultation with Dr. Solomon who will be able to advise you on the appropriate treatment for your specific facial anatomy.
When you arrive for your initial consultation with Dr. Solomon, he will review have you read and sign a Botox consent form so that you are educated about the product its treatment. To qualify for a Botox Toronto treatment, you cannot pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients are advised to avoid taking blood-thinning medications, such as aspirin, for a period of ten days to two weeks prior to receiving their Botox treatment.
It’s also important to remember that the effects of Botox are temporary in nature, and that if you enjoy your Botox experience and your results, a follow-up appointment will be needed anywhere from 3-6 months following in order to retain your results. The results of Botox Toronto generally last for a period of approximately four months. Effects from your treatment will start to take place within forty-eight hours following your injections, however, complete results can take up to 2 weeks.
The first step for your Botox procedure is to consult with Toronto Botox specialist, Dr. Philip Solomon. At your one-on-one private consultation, he will ask you some basic questions to get started. These questions will determine if you are a candidate for Botox. Sometimes, patients come to Dr. Solomon seeking Botox but discover that another method of treatment is more appropriate to their needs.
It is important to maintain realistic expectations as it pertains to a Botox treatment and to give it time. Throughout this period, as the effects of a Botox treatment are becoming apparent, patients should generally not lay down for the first 4 hours following an injection treatment and patients should also avoid any strenuous activity or exercise for the first 24 hours following treatment. As the Botox treatment takes effect, you will have difficulty moving or contracting muscles in the injected area. This is to be expected.
Dr. Solomon provides Botox injectable treatments in his Thornhill and Toronto, Ontario, Canada locations. The Botox treatments are performed by Dr. Philip Solomon, who has been specializing in cosmetic injections for nearly 20 years or by his exceptional experienced and licenced cosmetic nurse injectors.
Through a detailed consultation, Dr. Solomon will determine the appropriate dosing for each individual patient and then establish a regular treatment schedule with the assistance of his skilled and knowledgeable staff to keep you appearing fresh, young and beautiful throughout the year.
Consult with Dr. Philip Solomon today in order to receive the advisement of a qualified facial surgeon who is highly skilled in the application of Botox. As its popularity has soared throughout the decades, Botox has remained as one of the top five non-surgical cosmetic procedures performed regularly in Canada. It is advisable to seek out the procedure by an experienced professional who is trained and has a high success rate administering Botox.
Don’t trust your face to just anyone as the desired results and your safety are highly dependent on the person administering the treatment. Should any complications arise, a medical physician should always be present. If you are interested in learning more about Botox or any other facial rejuvenation treatments for yourself, please feel free to contact us today for more information.
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In order to best assist you, we require all cosmetic patients to schedule a virtual or in-person consultation. There is a fee of $250 with imaging plus HST for all consultations. Your consultation fee will be credited towards your procedure and/or treatment. To schedule a consultation, please complete the attached form or call our office at 905-764-7799. We look forward to hearing from you.
