Whether you're hoping to soften fine lines or prevent deeper wrinkles from forming, Botox® is a well-established treatment for a refreshed, natural appearance, without surgery or downtime.
Our approach to Botox® in Beverly Hills is precise, artful, and highly personalized. The goal is not to look frozen or "done," but to look like yourself, just more rested. At Dr. Kelly Killeen's practice, we combine medical experience with an artistic eye, aiming for natural-looking results.
Botox® at a Glance
- Purpose
- Non-surgical wrinkle reduction
- Treatment time
- 15–30 minutes
- Anesthesia
- None or topical numbing (optional)
- Recovery
- No downtime; resume normal activity immediately
- Results visible
- Early softening in 2–3 days; full effect at about 2 weeks
- Duration
- About 3–4 months; a lip flip wears off in about 4–6 weeks
- Follow-up
- A check at about 2 weeks to adjust the dose if needed
What Is Botox®?
Botox® is an injectable neuromodulator derived from botulinum toxin that temporarily relaxes the small muscles responsible for expression lines. This softens wrinkles and can help keep new ones from forming. Muscles that aren't treated keep working, so you can still show emotion.
Proven Treatment
Botox® Cosmetic has been FDA-approved for frown lines since 2002. When real product is used in approved ways, serious problems such as botulism are extremely rare.
Alternative Options
We also offer Dysport® and Jeuveau®, similar treatments with slight differences in formulation. During your consultation, we'll help you choose the product that fits your facial anatomy and treatment goals.
How Botox® Works
Botox® temporarily inhibits the signal between nerves and muscles in targeted areas. This allows those muscles to relax, smoothing out the overlying skin.
Muscle Relaxation
Over time, this not only reduces the appearance of existing wrinkles but can help prevent deeper lines from forming by reducing repetitive muscle contractions. Lines tend to etch in when very strong muscles go untreated for many years.
Your Choice of Movement
How much movement you keep is up to you. Some people want the muscle very relaxed, and others want to keep a lot of motion. The dose is planned around your preference and can be adjusted at your two-week follow-up.
Botox® vs. Dysport® vs. Jeuveau®
People often say "Botox" to mean any of several medications that do the same thing. Botox®, Dysport®, and Jeuveau® are all FDA-approved for frown lines between the brows, and the differences between them are small.
Choosing a Product
The product is chosen at your consultation. If one stops working as well as it used to, another can be tried.
Spread
Spread is something to minimize, not a selling point. Placing the right dose in the right spot is what keeps the product where it belongs.
What Does Botox® Treat?
Botox® works best for dynamic wrinkles, those caused by repeated facial movements such as smiling, frowning, or squinting. Some of these are FDA-approved uses and others are off-label, which we'll explain at your consultation. Common treatment areas include:
Facial Wrinkles
- Forehead lines
- Crow's feet (outer eyes)
- "11" lines between the brows
- Bunny lines (sides of nose)
- Chin dimpling
- Vertical lip lines
- Neck bands
Facial Enhancements
- Lip Flip: Subtly lifts the upper lip for a fuller pout
- Brow Lift: Lifts drooping brows for a more awake, open-eyed appearance
- Jaw Slimming: Slims the masseter muscle for a more sculpted jawline
Therapeutic Uses
- TMJ / Jaw Tension Relief
- Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
- Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), including the underarms and hairline
- Facial flushing or rosacea that hasn't responded to other treatments
The Forehead
The forehead takes the most care. Too much can drop the brows, and uneven dosing can leave an arched, surprised look. A Botox brow lift can sometimes make that surprised look worse.
Around the Mouth
Some people love a lip flip, while others find it harder to drink through a straw or say certain words until it wears off. Product that drifts in the lower face can leave a crooked smile for a while. For vertical lip lines, Botox is worth trying, but improving skin quality first usually does more.
Under the Eyes
Botox under the eyes doesn't usually make the eyelid look younger. It can look uneven, and it can even make the lower eyelid droop.
What to Expect: Botox® Procedure
Before Treatment
- Discuss your goals and areas of concern
- Your injector will evaluate your facial anatomy and expressions
- A personalized plan is created for natural, balanced results
During Treatment
- Injections are performed with a tiny needle in targeted areas
- Most patients describe the sensation as a quick pinch
- The entire treatment usually takes under 30 minutes
After Treatment
- Return to daily activities immediately
- Avoid lying down, exercising, or touching the area for 4–6 hours
- Mild redness, swelling, or tenderness may occur but fades quickly
- A follow-up visit at about two weeks to check the result and adjust if needed
Results & Longevity
Timeline of Results
You may begin to see early softening of lines within 2–3 days, with full results visible at 7–14 days.
Results are gradual and natural-looking, allowing you to ease into your refreshed appearance.
Duration & Maintenance
Results typically last about 3–4 months in the upper face. Treatments around the mouth wear off sooner; a lip flip lasts about four to six weeks.
Most people repeat treatment every 3–4 months. Reasonable doses at reasonable intervals matter, because high doses and frequent touch-ups for every flicker of movement have been linked to the body becoming resistant to the toxin.
When a Line Won't Go Away
Some lines are unlikely to go away completely with Botox alone, especially lines etched in at rest after years of strong muscle movement. Resurfacing (laser, microneedling, or a peel) or filler can help with those (why a wrinkle won't go away after Botox).
Safety and Choosing an Injector
Botox is a real medical treatment. Botulism from counterfeit or misused product can be life-threatening, because it can weaken the muscles that help you breathe. To protect yourself:
- Make sure a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon oversees the practice
- Ask where the product came from, and ask to see the vial
- Treat an unusually low price as a red flag; counterfeit product has turned up even at licensed clinics
- Never inject yourself with product bought online; no ethical company sells neurotoxin to the public
Possible Side Effects
- Bruising, headache, or mild redness at the injection sites
- A drooping eyelid or brow if product spreads or the dose is too high, which can last weeks to months
- An uneven or surprised-looking brow
- A crooked smile or trouble with a straw after lower-face treatment
Am I a Candidate for Botox®?
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have mild to moderate wrinkles from facial expressions
- Are looking for a non-surgical treatment with minimal downtime
- Are in good health and not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Want a subtle, refreshed appearance, without losing expression
Botox® is not recommended for those with:
- Certain neurological conditions
- Active skin infections in the treatment area
- Significant volume loss (filler may be a better fit)
- Loose skin (skin tightening or surgery may be a better fit)
Benefits of Botox®
Botox® offers several practical benefits:
Benefits of Botox®
- Wrinkle Reduction: Softens existing lines and can help keep deeper ones from forming
- Natural Movement: Untreated muscles keep working, so your expressions stay your own
- Quick Treatment: Fast, in-office procedure that fits into your busy schedule
- No Downtime: Return to daily activities immediately with no recovery period needed
- Months of Results: About 3–4 months in the upper face
- Adjustable: The dose can be fine-tuned at your two-week follow-up
Some lines respond better when skin quality is improved first. Skincare, laser treatments, microneedling, or filler can be combined with Botox® for lines that are etched in at rest.
Botox® for Men
Men get Botox® too, sometimes called "Brotox." Whether for work, dating, or simply looking more refreshed, treatment is tailored to male facial anatomy for natural, masculine results.
- Refreshed Look: A more rested, less tense appearance at work and at home.
- Natural Results: Treatments are tailored to preserve masculine features while reducing signs of aging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Next Step
Restore Your Confidence
Ready to see what Botox® can do for your confidence and your complexion? Schedule a consultation today and learn how subtle, carefully placed injections can help you look more rested.
With precise, artful techniques and a highly personalized approach, Dr. Killeen's practice aims for natural-looking results that suit your face.
Discover how Botox® can help you look like yourself, just more rested.
Schedule Your ConsultationRestore Your Confidence
Ready to see what Botox® can do for your confidence and your complexion? Schedule a consultation today and learn how subtle, carefully placed injections can help you look more rested.
With precise, artful techniques and a highly personalized approach, Dr. Killeen's practice aims for natural-looking results that suit your face.
Discover how Botox® can help you look like yourself, just more rested.
Schedule Your Consultation