BOTOX® in Cleveland, OH

Natural-Looking Rejuvenation without Downtime

Subtle refinements can have a remarkable impact on how you look and feel. BOTOX® Cosmetic offers a non-surgical way to soften expression lines, refresh tired features, and help prevent wrinkles from becoming more pronounced, all while preserving the facial movement that makes your expressions uniquely yours.

At Wick Facial Plastics, every BOTOX treatment is personally performed by Dr. Elizabeth Wick, a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face. Her in-depth understanding of facial anatomy allows her to customize every treatment for elegant, balanced results.

Conveniently located in Beachwood, Wick Facial Plastics proudly serves patients from Cleveland, Shaker Heights, Pepper Pike, Solon, Chagrin Falls, Westlake, Rocky River, Cleveland Heights, University Heights, and throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond.

What Is BOTOX?

BOTOX Cosmetic is an FDA-approved injectable treatment made from a purified form of botulinum toxin type A. It works by temporarily reducing the activity of specific facial muscles responsible for visible lines and creases that form as a result of repeated expressions like frowning, squinting, and raising the eyebrows.

As those muscles relax, the overlying skin becomes smoother, and dynamic wrinkles become less noticeable. Treatment does not permanently change your facial muscles; the effects gradually wear off over three to four months.

Because BOTOX has been used cosmetically for decades, it has one of the longest safety and research histories of any aesthetic injectable. When administered by a qualified medical professional like Dr. Wick who specializes in surgical and non-surgical facial procedures, BOTOX is considered a safe cosmetic treatment that provides predictable results.

What Does BOTOX Treat?

BOTOX is a versatile injectable treatment that can address a wide range of cosmetic concerns, from softening dynamic wrinkles and refining face and neck contours to enhancing the lips.

BOTOX for Wrinkle Reduction

BOTOX effectively minimizes dynamic wrinkles, which develop from years of repeated facial expressions. Common treatment areas include:

• Forehead lines: Smooths the horizontal creases that form when you raise your eyebrows.
• Frown lines (glabellar lines or “11s”): Relaxes the muscles between the eyebrows to soften vertical lines that can create an angry or tired appearance.
• Crow’s feet: Reduces the fine lines that fan outward from the corners of the eyes when you smile or squint.
• Bunny lines: Softens the small wrinkles that appear along the bridge of the nose during certain facial expressions.
• Chin dimpling: Relaxes the mentalis muscle to create a smoother, more even chin contour.

“Baby BOTOX” for Wrinkle Prevention

Smaller, strategically placed doses of BOTOX can help delay the formation of deeper expression lines before they become more noticeable. Often referred to as “Baby BOTOX,” this preventative approach is popular among patients in their 20s and 30s.

BOTOX for Lip and Smile Enhancement

Targeted BOTOX injections can subtly enhance the appearance of the mouth by relaxing muscles that influence lip position and smile dynamics. Treatment options at our Cleveland practice include:

• BOTOX lip flip: Relaxes the muscle around the upper lip so it gently rolls outward, creating the appearance of a fuller upper lip without filler.
• BOTOX for a gummy smile: Lowers the upper lip slightly when smiling to reduce excessive gum exposure.
• BOTOX for downturned corners of the mouth: Reduces activity in the muscles that pull the mouth downward.

BOTOX for Jawline Slimming

Enlarged masseter muscles can create a broad, square jawline. Masseter BOTOX relaxes these powerful chewing muscles to gradually create slimmer, more refined lower face contours.

BOTOX for Neck and Shoulder Contouring

Advanced BOTOX techniques can enhance the neck and shoulders by relaxing targeted muscles.

• BOTOX for neck bands (platysmal band treatment): Softens prominent vertical neck bands for a smoother, more youthful neck contour.
• Nefertiti Lift: Uses strategically placed BOTOX along the jawline and upper platysma to improve jawline definition and create a subtle lifting effect in the lower face and neck.
• TrapTox (trapezius BOTOX): Reduces overactive trapezius muscles to create a slimmer shoulder profile and a more elongated neck.

What Happens During a BOTOX Appointment?

Dr. Wick performs BOTOX treatments at our Cleveland office. Most appointments take just 15 to 30 minutes.

Your visit begins with a detailed facial assessment. Dr. Wick will study how your facial muscles appear at rest and during expression to determine the ideal injection points and dosing. Using a very fine needle, she will then administer your injections.

While patients often describe feeling a quick pinch with each injection, treatment is not considered painful. A topical numbing cream can be used if desired to ensure your comfort.

How Long Does BOTOX Last?

BOTOX lasts approximately three to four months. Several factors can influence the longevity of your results, including treated muscle strength, treatment area, dose administered, and history of BOTOX treatments.

Regular maintenance appointments can be scheduled throughout the year to maintain your preferred look.

Why Choose BOTOX?

While BOTOX is the most well-known wrinkle relaxer, it isn’t the only option. Other FDA-approved neuromodulators, including Dysport® and DAXXIFY®, are also available. Offering multiple options allows Dr. Wick to recommend the product that best aligns with each patient’s aesthetic goals.

What sets BOTOX apart and continues to make it one of the most recognized and widely performed aesthetic treatments worldwide, is:

• A long track record of safety and performance: As the first FDA-approved cosmetic neuromodulator, BOTOX has more than two decades of clinical use and research supporting its safety and effectiveness.
• Versatility: From forehead lines and crow’s feet to lip enhancement, jawline slimming, and neck rejuvenation, BOTOX can address many cosmetic concerns.
• Predictable results: When administered by a qualified medical professional, BOTOX consistently provides natural-looking outcomes.
• Compatibility with other aesthetic treatments: BOTOX can be performed on its own or used in combination with dermal fillers, laser treatments, RF microneedling, or facial plastic surgery as part of a more comprehensive rejuvenation care strategy.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Wick for BOTOX in Cleveland

The most successful BOTOX results leave you looking rested, refreshed, and naturally expressive, never stiff or overtreated. Achieving that balance requires both technical precision and an artistic eye.

As a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Elizabeth Wick combines advanced surgical training with extensive experience in non-surgical facial rejuvenation. She has performed thousands of aesthetic procedures and is known for providing refined, balanced results.

Patients throughout the greater Cleveland area choose Dr. Wick for:

• A facial specialist’s perspective: Every injection is planned with the entire face in mind, not just the wrinkle being treated.
• Individualized care: Your treatment is tailored to your anatomy, facial movement, and long-term cosmetic goals.
• A sophisticated, conservative approach: Dr. Wick believes subtle refinements often create the most beautiful results.

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