Cheap Botox?

[Anonymous]

I had botox once, on my forehead, and LOVED it. But, I can't justify $400 to do it again. Can anyone recommend a good place that is less expensive? I went to a plastic surgeon for the B, and was completely thrilled with the results. But there must be a less expensive route. Thanks!

[Anonymous]

I just had this done by a dentist/ oral surgeon at the Spa Clinic in Gainesville VA. It was $330 for three vials (2 between my eyebrows and one on my forehead) and they give a discount for repeat customer of 15,20, 25% each time you come back. I was impressed.

[Anonymous]

It is your FACE! Do not look for a great deal rather a great doctor. I have heard horror stories. BE CAREFUL!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It is your FACE! Do not look for a great deal rather a great doctor. I have heard horror stories. BE CAREFUL!

Agree, but I took OP's post to mean, another qualified place that is less expensive. To me, a derm or an oral surgeon are equally qualified to be up-trained on administering Botox injections. Beyond that, I would think an RN or an aesthetist would not be acceptable. However, I doubt they would actually DO the procedure, but assist.

I'm the PP who went to an oral surgeon, and was thrilled with both his office and my results. And his price!

[Anonymous]

I too would be wary of "cheap botox". You have to keep in mind that you are not just paying for the botox, but the doctor's judgment, skill and experience in deciding where to place it, and how much.

You know, culture is all. I remember when I was little and my mother was pointing out to me women using canes who were still coming in to have their hair and nails done. She thought it was a good thing: taking care of yourself, even as you age. And, in our culture, hair and nails are "acceptable" expenses. I mean, yes, some people cannot afford or choose not to afford cuts and color at a tony salon, but no one blinks at those who do. It's normal.

We're not there yet with Botox. I think it's the idea of an injection -- something medical -- more than it is about something not being "natural". Most women are not walking around with their natural color hair. A lot of things are natural that we choose to clean up. Facial hair -- and everyone thinks that is acceptable too.

I really see it as part of a continuum. $300 - $400 quarterly on Botox is not something to sneeze at. But it's also not completely uncomparable to getting your hair done someplace nice.

I think it is hard for women to claim things for themselves. Especially when they have kids and a limited budget. But I do not think women need to sacrifice so much in order to be good mothers, either. It's OK to treat yourself nice. Don't leverage the house to do it, but you know what I mean.

Think of all the money aging men are spending just to have erections. I mean, really. And no one blinks. I think if we want to engage in some minor, in-patient surgery to relax some of our facials muscles, we should just do it. Without apology.

[Anonymous]

PP - I heart you!

[Anonymous]

Amen 21:54! Preach it, girl!