What to expect from Botox treatment in the New Orleans, LA area
By Dr. Mary Lupo
Botox explained
Dr. Mary Lupo, our board-certified dermatologist, is a professional with years of experience in general and cosmetic dermatology. She is committed to helping patients find solutions to their aesthetic issues. When adult patients come into the practice concerned about fine lines and wrinkles, they are often told to consider Botox. It is a neuromodulator, a solution that is used in a variety of fields. In fact, Botox has been used for years in addressing conditions such as chronic migraines and overactive bladder. When Botox is injected into the muscles of the face, it relaxes them and reduces dynamic wrinkles that often form due to muscle contractions. Botox can also be used to lift brows and jawline. This results in more youthful facial features. Patients who have developed wrinkles on the facial area can reverse them for many months with Botox injections.What can I expect from Botox treatment?
Many patients are excited to learn about the benefits of Botox injections. Botox injections are performed in our practice only by a board certified dermatologist. First, patients consult with the doctor to determine candidacy and discuss this and other injectables to decide which is best. Once patients have decided to move forward with Botox, they are set up in a treatment chair in the office. Dr. Mary Lupo or one of her dedicated dermatologists determine the best areas for injection and provide precision treatment. Botox injections are fast and simple. Patients will not see the results of their injections right away. They can go about the rest of their day without interruption, as there is no recovery or healing time necessary with these injections. Over the following several days, patients will notice the changes. The skin becomes smoother and lines of concern are reduced or brows lifted. The results from Botox can last approximately four months, then, patients may want to consider reinjection to maintain their new, youthful appearance.What areas can Botox be used on?
The best areas for Botox injections include:
- Crow’s feet
- Forehead folds
- Glabellar lines
- Lip Lines
- Downward turned lips
- Drooping eyebrows
- Sagging jowls
Is Botox permanent?
The results from Botox are not permanent, as the effects will wear off over time. Additionally, reinjection will not maintain the results forever. The signs of aging cannot be stopped. However, they can be reversed or reduced with the use of cosmetic injectables. It is important for patients to have realistic expectations regarding what they can achieve with the use of Botox and fillers.What other injections can be used to achieve results?
Botox is just one of many injections available in our practice. Other solutions include dermal fillers such as Juvéderm and collagen stimulators such as Sculptra and Radiesse. Many of these injections can be used together for optimum results, treating various issues in one appointment. Depending on the area where treatment is needed, patients may find that Botox is not right for them, and may opt for another solution. During the initial consultation appointment, our team can discuss what may be best for an individual. Learn more about Botox and other injectable services available from Dr. Mary Lupo
Our Board-certified dermatologist is here to help you with a wide selection of cosmetic services, including, but not limited to, Botox injections. We encourage you to take the time to book an appointment with our staff by calling (504) 777-3047 and visiting our office at 145 Allen Toussaint Boulevard #302. We welcome new patients in the community of New Orleans, LA to discuss the options available to them when it comes to anti-aging solutions. Whether you are considering Botox or want to learn more about other injectables such as collagen stimulators or dermal fillers, we have solutions for you – and a team that is experienced and can educate you on your options. Call the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology today and find out how we can help you turn back the hands of time.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
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Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
- 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 - Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.
