Tox Treatments
Botox, dosed for your face.
Botox in Raleigh NC delivered by a master-certified RN injector under physician supervision. Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) has been FDA-approved since 2002 for cosmetic use and remains the most widely-studied neurotoxin available. At La Miel, Botox is a core treatment: forehead lines, the 11s between brows, crow's feet, jawline slimming, TMJ relief, and more.
- Master-certified RN injector
- FDA-approved since 2002
- Allergan Alle rewards
- Conservative-first dosing
- Bilingual care
What this is
What Botox actually does
Botox temporarily blocks nerve signals to targeted facial muscles. The treated muscle relaxes, the overlying skin smooths, and dynamic wrinkles soften. The effect is temporary (3 to 4 months on average), because nerve communication gradually re-establishes. Most patients maintain with treatments 3 to 4 times per year.
Botox does not fill lines. For static wrinkles etched into the skin, you need filler, biostimulator, or resurfacing. For lines that appear with movement, Botox is the answer.
At La Miel
Where we use Botox at La Miel
Adriana reads your face in motion, then maps placement and dose to your specific muscle patterns. Conservative-first means we would rather see you back in two weeks for a small top-up than leave you over-relaxed.
Forehead lines
Horizontal creases from brow-raising. Typical dose 10 to 20 units, placed to soften lines while preserving natural brow movement.
Suited for: Patients with strong frontalis activity and horizontal forehead etching.
Glabellar 11s
Vertical lines between the brows. Typical dose 20 to 30 units. The most common first Botox area for new patients.
Suited for: Patients who report looking angry or tired even when relaxed.
Crow's feet
Lines radiating from the outer eye corners. Typical dose 20 to 30 units total across both sides. Softens without freezing the smile.
Suited for: Patients with visible smile-line etching around the eyes.
Masseter (jaw slimming / TMJ)
Relaxing the chewing muscle to slim a square jaw and reduce TMJ tension. Typical dose 30 to 50 units per side. Results build over 4 to 8 weeks.
Suited for: Patients with hypertrophic masseters, bruxism, or TMJ-related jaw tension.
Lip flip and gummy smile
Microdosing the upper lip and lip-elevator muscles to add subtle pout (lip flip) or reduce excessive gum show on smile. Typical dose 4 to 10 units.
Suited for: Subtle enhancements without filler, or patients with a gummy smile.
Platysmal bands (Nefertiti lift)
Relaxing neck bands and the platysma to sharpen the jawline. Typical dose 20 to 40 units across the neck.
Suited for: Early neck banding and softened jawline definition.
Ready to start?
A consultation tells us what your skin needs. It takes under an hour.
What to expect
What to expect
Consultation
5 to 10 minutes. We discuss goals, animate the muscles you want addressed, and map dose. New patients get a baseline photo set.
Treatment
2 to 10 minutes of actual injections. Topical numbing or ice is available. Fine needles minimize bruising.
Onset
Day 4 to 7 for first softening. Peak effect at 2 weeks. Plan appointments 2 to 3 weeks before events.
Duration
3 to 4 months typical. Faster metabolizers (very active patients) may notice return at 2.5 to 3 months. Consistent retreatment often extends duration.
Pricing
A note on pricing
Botox is priced by the unit. Typical session ranges: forehead 10 to 20 units, 11s 20 to 30 units, crow's feet 20 to 30 units total, masseter 30 to 50 units per side, full upper face 40 to 60 units combined. Your consultation includes a specific quote before any injection. Every Botox treatment earns Allergan Alle rewards. Financing is available for combined plans.
Common questions
Common questions about Botox
Botox lasts 3 to 4 months on average for most patients, with duration affected by metabolism, dose, and how consistently you maintain treatment. Botox lasts 3 to 4 months on average. Some patients see 2 to 3 months, some see 4 to 5. Duration depends on metabolism, dose, muscle activity, and consistency of treatment. Patients who maintain on schedule often experience gradually extending duration.
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