Botox
“Physician-precision wrinkle relaxation with natural expression preserved”
Botox is an FDA-approved neuromodulator injection that temporarily relaxes the muscles responsible for dynamic facial lines — the wrinkles caused by repeated facial expressions such as squinting, raising the brows, or smiling. At Dr. Honrado's practice, all neuromodulator treatments are administered with surgical-level anatomical precision.
Treatment Overview
Session Time
Treatment is performed in-office without anesthesia. Most sessions take 15–30 minutes. No downtime is required.
Downtime
Minimal. Most patients return to normal activities immediately. Bruising may occasionally occur at injection sites.
Results Timeline
Results typically appear within 3–5 days and reach full effect at 2 weeks. Duration varies by individual but typically lasts 3–4 months.
Performing Physician
Carlo Honrado, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Beverly Hills · Century City
Botox blocks the signal between nerves and targeted facial muscles, causing controlled relaxation of the muscle and a smoothing of the overlying skin. Common treatment areas include forehead horizontal lines, glabellar lines (between the brows), crow's feet around the eyes, bunny lines on the nose, lip lines, chin dimpling, neck bands (platysmal bands), and brow lifting.
Botulinum toxin type A (the active ingredient in Botox) is injected in precise microdoses into specific facial muscles using a fine needle. The protein selectively blocks acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction, temporarily preventing the muscle from contracting. The effect typically begins within three to five days and reaches full effect in two weeks.
What Botox May Address
What to Expect
Consultation
Dr. Honrado evaluates facial anatomy, muscle movement patterns, and treatment goals to determine appropriate injection sites and doses.
Preparation
The treatment area is cleansed. Topical numbing cream may be applied for comfort.
Injection
Precise microdose injections are placed at anatomically determined points using an ultra-fine needle.
Post-Treatment
Patients remain upright for 4 hours. Strenuous exercise is avoided for 24 hours. Rubbing the treated area is discouraged for the remainder of the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Next Step
Ready to learn if Botox is right for you?
A formal consultation with Dr. Honrado allows for personalized assessment of your anatomy and goals.
Book a ConsultationContent reviewed by Carlo Honrado, M.D., F.A.C.S. · 2026-05-16