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Botox injections are one of the most often requested cosmetic procedures in the United States. Studies have discovered that Botox injections can reduce wrinkles and fine lines by as much as 80 percent and the results can last for three to five months. Prior to the procedure one of our surgeons, Dr. Paul M. Gardner, Dr. Leo M. Baccaro, Dr. Mark Walsh, or Dr. Andrew Bonett, will carefully evaluate facial structure to determine the ideal injection sites. Then, he will gently administer Botox to help patients lessen frown lines, crows’ feet and other wrinkles. After the Botox has been administered, patients are free to continue their daily activities with their newly rejuvenated appearances.
One of the more sought-after procedures at Naples Plastic Surgery is Botox injections and so I’d like to talk about what Botox actually is.
Botox is a trade name for botulinum injectable botulinum toxin that’s offered by the Allergan corporation. There are other forms of botulinum toxin that’s injected including Juve, Dysport and Xeomin, but the one that most people are familiar with and that’s thrown around quite a bit is Botox, so I’m going to refer to it as Botox.
Botox is actually injected for one purpose to weaken muscles and so how does it work? It actually works on the muscles in our face. Usually that’s where we inject it to weaken the muscles that for example form wrinkles. I’m going to form some wrinkles on my forehead. Those wrinkles if treated properly with the right amount of Botox can smooth out. When you get Botox injections it’s not an eraser, it’s not going to erase all the lines in the face. What it’s going to do is weaken the muscles that form those lines and what we recommend is every three months you come back you get re-injected because that’s how long Botox generally lasts three months and if you capture those muscles before they start working those wrinkles again you can actually over a year’s time get those wrinkles to almost disappear. It’s miraculous! But what I wanted to say about Botox that’s very important to understand it’s one of the best anti-aging tools we have in our armamentarium against aging.
I have patients that have had Botox for many years they come back every three months. I’m not kidding they almost are stuck in time. It’s not to say they don’t age physiologically but if you look at the areas that we inject the Botox they almost stay where they were when we started injecting them.
So it’s really good for that purpose, so remember when you’re ready to do Botox remember it’s not an eraser it’s not just going to make all your wrinkles go away, but if you keep up with it every three months over time the wrinkles are going to go away and you’re going to stop the aging process, as well as you could with any other modality.
PRP Therapy or plasma injections are excellent for the rejuvenation of your skin. When Dr. Gardner, Dr. Baccaro, Dr. Walsh, or Dr. Bonett inject it into the necessary areas, its high concentration of platelets will stimulate and promote the production of new collagen. New collagen means that your skin will be revitalized which in turn leads to firm youthful skin. As a result, PRP significantly reduces wrinkles and other imperfections.
Dr. Gardner and Dr. Baccaro are proud to incorporate many injectable options into their practice. Each injectable offers patients remarkable results in treating their unique concerns. Depending on the patient’s initial conditions and aesthetic goals, our doctors will select the filler most appropriate to yield ideal results.
Complete honesty from Dr. Gardner, which I really appreciated. The staff could not have been any more pleasant. I will go back.
Dr Gardner and his staff are exceptional service providers. I had a face and neck lift and was extremely anxious about the entire procedure. I was able to talk to former patients of Dr Gardner and the nurses and Dr Gardner were very reassuring. I stayed overnight at the surgery center afterwards and the nurse was exceptional as was the nurse (Olivia) that picked me up and stayed with me the first day at home. I was expecting the worst but was pleasantly surprised with how easy the recovery was which I credit to the skills of this surgeon. I was out to dinner 6 days later. I am very pleased with the results and am very glad I went through with the procedure. I highly recommend this practice.
My 3rd procedure with Dr Gardner !! My first was 2014, next in 2016 and this one in 4/2023 . ALWAYS , always treated with the most respect by everyone there and the trust I have for them is everything . I feel like their most important patient before, during and after . Love this team of professionals
With health considerations serving as the highest priority, Dr. Paul Gardner, Dr. Leo Baccaro, Dr. Mark Walsh, and Dr. Andrew Bonett work with great care when performing any procedures to improve the aesthetics and functionality of the body. They take pride in helping patients begin their journey toward meeting their aesthetic goals and strive to help all patients obtain the beautiful results they seek.
The surgical team at Naples Plastic Surgery has a long-standing, stellar reputation for outstanding levels of skill, talent, and beautiful results. Dr. Paul M. Gardner, Dr. Leopoldo M. Baccaro, Dr. Mark Walsh, and Dr. Andrew Bonett are all highly trained, experienced, and respected in the Naples community.
At Naples Plastic Surgery, our cosmetic services are designed to contour and enhance your body to help you achieve the body image that you desire. Known for offering among the best facial plastic surgery in Naples, our board-certified surgeons are known as much for their artistry as they are for their surgical skills. We understand that your image is the key to feeling great, so we will provide you with the most reliable advice and services to help make you look and feel your best.
The surgical team at Naples Plastic Surgery has the training and experience necessary to help you pursue your own individual cosmetic goals down to the very last detail, all in a warm, comfortable, and private environment.
Dr. Paul Gardner, MD, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving Southwest Florida. As one of the leading plastic surgeons in Naples, FL, Dr. Gardner has more than 25 years of experience performing facial procedures including composite facelift, mini facelift, brow lift and skin cancer removal procedures. He also possesses expertise in breast augmentations, tummy tucks, and labiaplasty.
Dr. Mark Walsh, MD, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving Southwest Florida. Dr. Walsh participated in the prestigious plastic surgery training program at Duke University. He has also served as an invited reviewer and has provided expert commentaries for multiple surgical journals, including the highly regarded Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
Dr. Andrew M. Bonett, MD specializes in both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery, with specific interests in reconstruction after breast and skin cancers, including Mohs reconstruction. His experience also includes reconstruction following traumatic injuries, body contouring, and general cosmetic plastic surgery procedures.
The plastic surgery process at Naples Plastic Surgery begins with a one-on-one, confidential consultation in which your surgeon conducts an examination to determine which procedures are likely to produce the most robust aesthetic improvements. This includes a comprehensive discussion with you to identify the benefits, risks and costs associated with each procedure. It may be possible to combine a number of surgical procedures into a single surgery if you desire and if your medical condition permits it.
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