About this treatment
Smooth expression lines without losing what makes your face yours.
BOTOX COSMETIC® temporarily relaxes selected facial muscles to soften expression lines. We begin by listening to your goals and assessing how your face moves, then discuss a plan suited to you.
Expression lines develop where facial muscles repeatedly contract. BOTOX COSMETIC® reduces selected muscle activity to soften these lines.
We review your health history, previous treatments and the changes you want before discussing placement and amount.
Why injector training matters.
BOTOX COSMETIC® is a prescription treatment. Product selection and dosing require a clinical assessment by a qualified healthcare professional.
Susan Caterine, R.N. performs the clinic's injectable treatments. She assesses facial movement at rest and in expression, discusses the areas you want to soften, and explains the proposed placement before treatment begins.
Expression lines, movement and your treatment plan.
Lines that appear when you frown or smile are different from changes caused by a loss of facial volume. BOTOX COSMETIC® works on selected muscle activity; a filler serves a different purpose. Understanding that distinction helps you ask for the change you want without having to choose a product yourself.
At your Burlington consultation, bring the names and dates of any previous injectable treatments. Tell us what you liked, what you would change and whether you have an event approaching. We can discuss the proposed areas, possible side effects, cost and a sensible time to review the result before you decide.
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Common questions
What can BOTOX COSMETIC® address?
BOTOX COSMETIC® temporarily reduces activity in selected facial muscles to soften expression lines, including frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet. It does not replace lost facial volume. At Laser Aesthetics, tell us which lines bother you and which expressions you want to preserve so we can discuss whether this treatment addresses your concern or whether another approach deserves consideration.
Will the result look frozen?
The amount of movement you want to retain is an important part of planning, but no injector can guarantee a particular expression or result. Bring examples of what you like and explain what would feel like too much change. We can discuss the proposed areas, the intended effect and the limitations before you decide, including how your response would be reviewed afterward.
What happens after treatment?
The effect develops gradually rather than being complete when you leave. Temporary injection-site reactions, including bruising or tenderness, can occur. Ask when to assess the result, how to contact the clinic and which aftercare instructions apply to you. Unusual swallowing, speaking or breathing difficulties require immediate medical attention, even if they develop after you have returned home; do not wait for a routine review.
Why should I ask about injector training?
This is a prescription treatment requiring an appropriately authorized and trained healthcare professional. Training matters for facial assessment, product selection and recognizing complications, as well as the injections themselves. Ask who would treat you, who is involved in prescribing and how concerns afterward are handled. A consultation should leave you understanding the care around the procedure, not simply a price per unit.
What should I share at the consultation?
Tell us about previous injections, including the product and date if known, all medications and supplements, allergies, and any muscle or nerve condition. Mention swallowing or breathing problems, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and infection near a proposed injection site. Bring records if you have them; if a detail is uncertain, say so rather than guessing. This information helps the clinician assess suitability before recommending treatment.
Who performs it
Lead injector and clinic owner
Susan Caterine, R.N.
Susan focuses on injectable treatments and individualized plans, with ongoing clinical education at the centre of her practice.
- College of Nurses Ontario
- RNAO member
- Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses
- International trainer and educator
Recommendations are informational. A clinical consultation is required to confirm suitability, risks and expected results.