The Stephen P Beals MD, Skin and Laser Center provides services for injectables and fillers. These three treatments are administered only by our highly trained and experienced Registered Nurses.

Botox Cosmetic is a purified protein that has been used therapeutically for over 15 years to treat a variety of medical conditions. Since 2002 it has been FDA-approved for cosmetic treatments and is the most popular non-surgical facial treatment in the U.S. It is highly effective and safe. As we age, the skin becomes less elastic and repeated facial expressions such as frowning and smiling can result in fine lines and wrinkles. Many patients elect to use Botox to help soften and smooth these lines, as well as use it as a wrinkle-preventive. Studies have also supported that Botox is effective in relieving migraine headaches.

Botox works very differently than wrinkle fillers. Botox blocks the nerve impulses that cause wrinkle-causing facial muscle contraction. By preventing the contraction and relaxing the muscle, you also prevent the wrinkle that comes from it. The most common treatment areas include:

• Frown lines between the eyebrows
• Crows' feet area around the eyes
• Horizontal forehead lines
• Low or heavy eyebrows (brow lift)
• Unbalanced brows
• Lines or wrinkles under the eyes
• Vertical lip lines
• "Bunny" lines on the nose
• Chin crunch (unconscious contraction of chin muscles)
• Neck bands (platysma)

Botox is one of the simplest procedures with one of the most dramatic responses. Botox treatment takes just minutes and no anesthesia is required, but if you are pain sensitive, we would be happy to apply topical numbing. Following treatment, you may resume normal activities and reapply makeup as needed. You should expect to see immediate results within 2-7 days and results typically last 3-4 months. Only licensed and trained healthcare professionals have the experience necessary to administer Botox. Dr. Beals' registered nurses have many years of injection experience and only use authentic Botox at the full manufacturer recommended strength. This insures your safety and the results you expect. For your Scottsdale and Paradise Valley Botox needs, trust Dr. Beals and his staff.