BOTOX®

For over 30 years, the effect of Botulinum Toxin (BOTOX®) has been studied and used to help a wide variety of issues that are FDA approved. From reducing lines and wrinkles to preventatively treating migraines, BOTOX® is the gold standard of facial treatments.

Jackie Carr has over 20 years of experience with the application of BOTOX® for the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles. Trained by Allergan, the manufacturers of BOTOX®, Jackie has the knowledge and expertise to provide a better experience for patients with skilled techniques and knowledge of the injectable treatment.

Why Invest in BOTOX®?

Botox is essentially an investment for your skin. No matter your age, lines and wrinkles develop over the years even for the healthiest and most active people. When you feel confident about how you look on the outside, it transforms how you feel on the inside. A Botox treatment can do just that—transform the look of your skin to create the most beautiful, natural, radiant you. Botox is a purified protein made from a type of bacteria and has been studied and developed for over 100 years. Our professionals will let you know the common side effects of Botox before you begin treatment so that you can be aware of any unusual side effects and complications to look for after the fact.

BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments are used mostly to reduce fine lines and wrinkles; however, the treatments can serve many other purposes. BOTOX® can be used to achieve the following:

• Erase frown lines between the eyebrows
• Smooth crow’s feet or wrinkles on the sides of the eyes
• Relax forehead furrows and minimize forehead wrinkles
• Relax facial muscles that cause frown lines and wrinkles
• Plump the upper and lower lips
• Prevent migraines and frequent headaches (Botox is not recommended for patients who experience fewer than 15 headache days a month)
• Treat sweaty palms or armpits
• Treat muscle spasms
• Treat chronic pain

At Pur-One Medispa, you can rest assured that you are in the right hands for your treatment.

Once you decide that you want to receive Botox, Pur-One Medispa will put together an individualized treatment plan for you with a full design for how you want your face to look after your procedure. We don’t take a cookie-cutter approach because each of our patients has unique facial features. Our first goal is to find the right treatment for you. After your free consultation and a before image, your treatment will follow these three steps:

1. First, a numbing treatment is applied to help with any topical pain.
2. Next, we perform injections. Our finesse with needles gives our patients a gentle application which many say hurts less than a bee sting. Your appointment will last about 45 minutes to an hour, from start to finish.
3. Once your treatment is complete, we schedule a follow-up visit for the evaluation of the procedure’s results around the two-week mark (15 or more days after your first injection). This allows plenty of time for the Botox to settle and take the desired effect.

The effects usually take 5-7 days but sometimes take 14 or more days to see a noticeable difference. Some common side effects are slight bruising or pain at the injection site, but both symptoms usually disappear within a few days to a week . If you are worried about bruising, applying Arnica Montana to your face before your procedure may help with the appearance of bruises. As with any injectables, avoid using anti-inflammatories for two weeks because it increases the risk of bruising. These include fish oil, omega-3, flax seed, ginkgo biloba, vitamin E, turmeric, cinnamon, and others. Never stop a medically indicated anti-inflammatory without consulting your physician. Any anti-inflammatory use in a 14-day span can result in more bleeding and bruising.

PUR-ONE MEDISPA patients reported BOTOX® working for up to three to six months. For this reason, many patients choose to repeat the treatment to maintain their results. With any BOTOX® Cosmetic procedure, the results vary from patient to patient, and we help you decide when the best time is to come in for another visit.

While each patient and procedure are different, it is important to know that you are paying for the expertise and skill of a certified professional. Finding an approved BOTOX® specialist like Ms. Carr will ensure your results are what you want. BOTOX®injections are priced according to how much is used for each injection site, and pricing can be addressed during your first consultation appointment.

Yes! Great BOTOX® treatments leave you looking younger and feeling more relaxed, not frozen. Our treatments at Pur-One Medispa relax muscles that cause frown lines or other wrinkles but do not limit regular facial expressions. Jackie Carr has extensive training and years of experience performing injectable treatments. Her understanding of Botox and precise product injection guarantees that you enjoy natural-looking results.

If you come to Pur-One Medispa for a consultation, we will address all of your skin concerns. By having a thorough discussion, we determine the best product for you to address your concerns. For example, in some cases, we recommend dermal fillers to smooth wrinkles around certain areas of your face. In other cases, we may only recommend that you continue with the use of top-quality skin care products to improve and maintain the appearance of your skin.

If you frequently get migraine headaches, we may have the answer you’ve been searching for. When people who have migraines use Botox to treat their wrinkles, they experience reduced pain and fewer headaches. BOTOX® treats chronic migraines by blocking chemicals called neurotransmitters that carry pain signals from your brain. Botox is essentially a roadblock in that pathway; it stops the chemicals before they get to the nerve and cause head and neck pain.

Pur-One is a premier medical spa in St. Louis providing Botox treatments and several other cosmetic surgeries that deliver real results. The relaxing yet professional environment that Pur-One Medispa provides offers patients a wonderful experience from start to finish. Jackie Carr has the expertise, background, and knowledge to perform this special procedure. If you have any questions or if you are ready to schedule your appointment, contact Pur-One.