Where Should I Go for Botox and Fillers? Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon vs. MedSpa. No Contest!

Thinking about facial injections? When you search online, think carefully about the words you enter. Type in “facial injections near me” or “Botox near me” and you will find a world of bewildering choices (including some that are nowhere nearby). Hair salons, cosmetic MedSpas, dentists, and even gynecologists... everyone seems to claim expertise in shoving liquids into your face. Does that make sense to you? Not to us.

Who Is Allowed to Inject Botox and Fillers in Pennsylvania?

The state of Pennsylvania does not require any specific training or license to administer most aesthetic procedures. Any medical professional, a very broad term, may inject neurotoxins such as Botox®, Xeomin® or Dysport®, or cosmetic fillers such as Restylane®, Radiesse®, Sculptra® and Juvederm®. That leaves the field open to anyone with a needle, and it leaves you vulnerable to a good sales pitch.

What Should I Ask Before Getting Injections at a MedSpa?

Visit a MedSpa and see for yourself. Who’s in charge? Is there a board certified surgeon even listed? Who will actually be doing your injections? Who performs your consultation, and what procedures are offered? Sometimes injectables should be accompanied by other options for best results, options that are not offered anywhere but in a surgeon’s office. Sometimes promises are made that shouldn’t be.

We’ve all seen problems caused by injectables placed incorrectly, overuse of fillers or hocus-pocus technology. In fact, repairing cosmetic work from other providers has become a regular part of our practice. At best, inexpert practitioners could waste your money and time on ineffective treatments. Or worse, they can cause disastrously bad results. DO NOT be fooled by atmosphere and hype.

Why Choose a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon for Injectables?

Each face is different. Your bone structure, your musculature, your overall appearance, your goals, your lifestyle and more all play a part in which product or procedure is best for you, what your recovery will entail and where, on YOUR face, the product should be placed. Only a board certified facial plastic surgeon has the training in facial anatomy and the skill you need.

So search online for “board certified facial plastic surgeon in Easton, PA” and DO visit Dr. Sackman at Enhancements. Our new office on William Penn Highway in Bethlehem Township, serving Easton and the whole Lehigh Valley, is a comfortable, calm refuge where you will be met with friendly, personalized service. Best of all, you will find expert care, effective Botox and filler treatments, and honest advice.

Botox and Filler Do’s and Don’ts

Here are a few good tips we found online. They’re worth repeating.

Do lift your brows, don’t overload the forehead. Neurotoxins are best used to lift and flare the brows. Excessive dosages in the forehead can risk a brow drop. A skilled injector will place neurotoxin strategically, so you look bright and refreshed, not heavy-lidded.

Do know what neurotoxin is, don’t confuse it with filler. Neurotoxin is not filler. It does not fill spaces. It prevents motion where we are trying to prevent motion. Filler restores lost volume while neurotoxin prevents muscles from creating wrinkles. Knowing the difference helps set the right expectations.

Do be consistent, don’t expect one session to erase deep lines. Especially for well-developed lines, it can take multiple injections over a year to achieve the desired results. Neurotoxins and fillers might work quickly for fine lines, but deeper grooves take time and consistency to soften.

Do invest in expertise, don’t go bargain-hunting. Choose the injector, not the price. The precision of neurotoxin and fillers is what makes them beautiful, or risky. A board certified facial plastic surgeon understands anatomy and knows how to deliver natural results. Cheaper deals might look appealing, but the outcome is only as good as the person holding the syringe.

Ready to Talk About Injectables?

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Sackman at Enhancements, 4444 William Penn Highway, Bethlehem Township, PA 18045, or call (610) 250-1933. You can also contact us online and review our transparent pricing before your visit.