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Botox To Calves Bellevue | Calf Botox Bellevue
Botox is one of the most versatile medications available. While commonly used for aesthetic purposes such as smoothing out wrinkles, it is used for various medical applications such as reducing the frequency of chronic migraines and addressing involuntary muscle spasms. Normally associated with injections into the face, body Botox treatments are becoming more popular, including calf Botox. The injectors at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery offer the best Botox to calves Bellevue provides.
What Is Calf Botox?
Calf Botox uses injections of Botox into the gastrocnemius muscle of the calf which can help gradually slim the circumference of the calves. The procedure can help patients fit into clothing and high boots better, address existing asymmetries, and possibly help reduce chronic pain in the area. However, it is important to understand what calf Botox can and cannot achieve.
Because the gastrocnemius muscle is large and vital for walking and maintaining posture, the muscle must be treated strategically and with minimal doses. Therefore, the results may appear gradually and require specialized treatment in comparison to traditional Botox injections on the face.
In the case of treating the overall shape and size of the calf, surgical procedures may not provide the desired results. While liposuction may be an option for some, Botox to calves injections can benefit people of all sizes and fitness levels. Thus, liposuction or other similar surgeries that may reduce the size of the calf may not apply to every patient.
Reasons For Treatment
Patients will have varying reasons for seeking out calf Botox injections. Some of the most common reasons include:
- Slim the circumference of the calves
- Address notable asymmetries in the sizes of the calves
- Reduce the rounded muscle appearance of extremely toned calves
- Create the appearance of more softly toned, slim calves
- Treat chronic pain in the area that has not responded to traditional treatments
At The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery, our providers also understand that personal reasons will play a part in a patient’s decision to seek calf Botox. For example, calves not fitting into high boots may motivate a patient to consider calf slimming treatments such as Botox injections.
Benefits
The benefits of calf Botox may include:
- Slimmer calves
- Softer, more feminine-looking legs
- More symmetrical features
- Help treat chronic pain
- Reduce the rounded look of a toned and hypertrophic gastrocnemius muscle
- Fit onto boots and clothing better
- Enhance the appearance of muscular calves which diet and exercise cannot improve
- Safe and effective
- Few side effects
- No required downtime
- Nearly painless procedure
- Non-surgical and non-invasive
- Temporary results; lowering patient commitment
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Botox On Calves From Start To Finish
Consultation
Firstly, patients will attend a consultation with an injector at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery. At this appointment, your injector will evaluate if you are a good candidate for calf Botox Bellevue based on your medical history, anatomy, and goals for treatment. The bulky appearance of the calves can have many causes which may be better treated by other procedures which is why a consultation helps your provider create a customized treatment plan for you.
If you are a good candidate for treatment, your injector will ask to examine your thighs while standing and may ask you to make certain movements or flexes such as standing on your toes to judge the ideal injection areas. They may make markings on your skin to identify the area once you are reclined.
Injections
Patients will lie on their stomachs for the treatment. Your provider will disinfect the injection sites and proceed with the injections. The Botox injections generally do not take longer than ten or twenty minutes. Most patients do not require numbing cream or agents because Botox uses tiny needles and involves quick injections across several injection sites.
The results will take a few days to become visible and Botox can take up to two weeks to fully settle. Since the calves are such a large treatment area, the results may get better after subsequent rounds of treatments.
Aftercare
There is little aftercare necessary following calf Botox in Bellevue. Patients can return to work and their normal activities. Strenuous activities or exercise may need to be limited or skipped for the remainder of the day. Some soreness, bruising, or swelling may occur, and intense exercise could worsen these side effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Walk After Calf Botox?
Yes, Botox injections to the calves should not interfere with walking or posture. The amount of Botox injected should not be enough to fully interrupt normal movements. Some soreness following treatment is normal, but this should subside quickly and can be managed through over-the-counter pain medications.
How Long Does Botox Last In Calves?
Botox in the calves tends to last between three and four months. Because Botox atrophies the muscle, patients may not notice their original calf appearance return for seven or eight months sometimes. This is because the muscle may need time to hypertrophy. Regular Botox treatments can limit this and every patient will respond to treatment slightly differently. Therefore, in most cases, it is recommended that patients undergo treatment every four months or so.
How Many Units Of Botox For Calf Reduction?
The typical calf Botox treatment administers fifty units of Botox to each calf. After examining your calf, your injector will decide on the number of units necessary to achieve the results you want. With regular treatment, the amount of Botox needed may change.
Am I A Better Candidate For Calf Botox Or Liposuction?
It ultimately depends on if the gastrocnemius muscle is causing calf bulkiness or if it there is significant excess fat on the calves. In some cases, it may be a combination of both. In general, the calves tend to carry less fat than the thighs, but certain medical conditions or circumstances can impact this.
If a patient’s concerns are primarily caused by fat, your provider may recommend a liposuction procedure first. Various forms of liposuction can help enhance the appearance of the calves.
How Much Does Calf Slimming Botox Cost?
The final cost of Botox is determined by the number of units used and the technicality of the injections. Patients should budget around $1100 for the entire treatment. However, patients will receive a customized price quote at their consultation.
The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery works with outside financing companies including Care Credit, United Medical Credit, and Alphaeon to help patients finance their aesthetic procedures. You can find more information about financing on our financing page.
The Best Calf Botox Bellevue At The Gallery Of Cosmetic Surgery
The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery is a leading cosmetic surgery clinic and medical spa located in Lynnwood, WA. Conveniently located near the junction of I-5 and I-405, Lynnwood serves patients from the Eastside and Seattle area with ease. With some of the state’s top aesthetic injections, The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery performs many specialty Botox procedures including the best calf Botox Bellevue and Kirkland offers.
To learn more and schedule a consultation, call us at 425-775-3561. Patients can also reach out online via chat, contact form, and Price Simulator.
