Where Is Botox Injected?

Botox is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure involving the injection of botulinum toxin into specific sites (usually on the face) to prevent those muscles from moving (causing muscle weakness) for a limited period. It is most commonly used as an anti-aging solution to smooth wrinkles and reduce the appearance of fine lines on the face. However, it can be used in medical applications on other locations in your body to prevent or lessen other issues like migraines, excessive sweating, teeth grinding, and more. 

How Does Botox Work?

One of our qualified medical staff will administer Botox via a small needle into your desired location. The number of shots will depend on the size of that area, the results you are after, and according to what is being treated.

Where Is Botox Injected?

There are two types of Botox injections available – Type A (commonly used to treat wrinkles in the face) and Type B (used for other medical treatments across the body). 

Where Is Type A Botox Injected?

Botox can be administered to a number of places on your face to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 

Upper Face

Frown Lines: The area between the eyebrows, also known as the “11 lines,” forms vertical creases known as the glabella. These become more prevalent with age, creating a tired or angry appearance. Botox can subtly smooth them, giving you a more relaxed and youthful look.

Forehead Lines: Also known as surprise lines – these appear when your eyebrows are raised. They grow more visible with age but can be worsened by smoking and sun damage. While they are easily treatable with Botox, fillers are often recommended for a more dramatic result. 

Top of Nose (Bunny Lines): When you scrunch your face up to smell, you will notice wrinkles forming over the top of your nose that can even extend up toward your lower eyelid. These ‘bunny lines’ can be treated with Botox but require expert administering to keep from affecting your smile. 

Eyes

Eyebrows/Hooded Eyes: Younger faces have higher brows which begin to sag and droop with age, giving the eyelid a hooded appearance and creating horizontal folds in the surrounding skin. Botox can be used to carefully sculpt and raise your eyebrows to your desired shape, mimicking the effect of an eyebrow lift. 

Crows Feet: The fine lines forming in the corners of your eyes are known as crow’s feet. They can appear when you smile and even when you don’t, making you appear older. With Botox, these lines can be reduced, making you look more youthful.

Lower Face 

Smoker’s Lines: With age, fine lines begin to form around your mouth (often exacerbated by smoking). Careful administration of Botox combined with fillers will yield the best results. 

Chin Dimpling: The mentalis muscle in the chin often becomes overactive, flexing more than it should and creating visible dimples. Botox can help relax them, creating a smoother and younger-looking chin. 

Jawline & Neck: The neck is another common area to show signs of aging. There are two types of lines around the neck that Botox is best used on. First are the horizontal bands around your neck with form wrinkles over time. The second lines are the vertical rope-like bands often found in people who exercise a lot but also appear due to years of straining and tension in the jaw. This along with gravity, genetics, and overworked facial muscles will create the onset of these wrinkles that are best treated by Botox. 

Jaw Angle (For Teeth Grinding): Bruxism occurs when people grind their teeth at night or during the day – often when they are overly anxious and stressed. This can result in headaches, earaches, and worn teeth. Botox injected into the jaw area can help relax these muscles. 

Where Is Type B Botox Injected?

There are a number of non-cosmetic uses (medical) for Botox.

• TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) to alleviate headaches.
• Migraines (usually a series of sessions).
• Excessive sweating (in armpits or other locations).
• Overactive bladder (relieve incontinence by preventing bladder contraction).
• Neck spasms.
• Eye twitching.

Do I Need Botox?

Are you looking to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles on your face? Botox is a fantastic treatment to help to alleviate and even prevent the signs of aging. Read more about preventative botox here. Since there are so many options for Botox injections, it is a good idea to book a consultation at our Boca Raton offices and we can help guide you on the right treatments for the most effective results.

Where Do I Go For Botox?

At Soma Aesthetic, our expert health professionals are qualified to give you top-level service. As the #1 Botox provider in Birmingham, Michigan, we can help you achieve and maintain a youthful appearance for longer. To learn more about Botox or any other cosmetic procedures we offer, give us a call today to schedule a consultation.