Hired Hands Day Spa

Botox and Juvederm services are provided by: Dr. Jeanne Southern

is a family practitioner who has been focusing on cosmetic procedures for over four years.

Dr. Southern enjoys injecting Botox and various wrinkle fillers, with the emphasis on a natural look. Her philosophy is that everyone's face is unique, and she tailors her treatments to meet the client's individual preferences and goals for her/his appearance. She ensures satisfaction through establishing realistic expectations and paying meticulous attention to detail. She considers a cosmetic procedure to be an artistic endeavor that makes use of cutting-edge technology. She also is sensitive to financial realities and always discusses how to use the most cost-effective treatment plan.

Dr. Southern received her M.D. in 1985 from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She spent eight years on the faculty at Baylor, teaching anatomy and cell biology to first-year medical students. She left her position as an Assistant Professor in 1996, and became the Chairman of the Anatomy Department at Texas Chiropractic College. In 1998, she began a full-time medical practice in Houston. She has extensive experience in family practice, workers' compensation injuries, pain management, and for the past four years has been spending eighty percent of her time on cosmetic procedures.

Dr Southern will be happy to consult with you about any questions or concerns you may have.

What is a Botox® treatment like?
Botox cosmetic is a quick and minimally invasive procedure consisting of a few tiny injections. The entire procedure takes approximately 10 minutes, and there is no downtime afterwards. Discomfort is minimal and brief. It is unlikely, but you may experience localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness, and/or bleeding/bruising at the injection sites.

How soon will I see a difference?
You can expect to see results within 2-7 days, but you may continue to see improvement for up to 2 weeks. On average the results last for 2-4 months. After that, many clients are ready to return for a follow-up treatment.

Is it expensive?
Actually, it is quite affordable. A recent survey showed that those with annual household incomes of less than $100,000 (44%) were more likely to be treated with Botox®. Working mothers between the ages of 40 to 55 are the most common users of Botox cosmetic.

The primary areas of treatment are the forehead, frown lines, and crow’s feet. The range for a Botox treatment is $350 - $650

Will I still be able to make facial expressions?
The muscle activity is simply reduced, so you can still frown or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases.

Is Botox safe?
Botox cosmetic has been widely tested and used for over 20 years. It is derived from a naturally occurring protein known as botulinum toxin type A. The most common side effects are temporary eyelid droop and nausea. Serious heart problems and serious allergic reactions have been reported rarely. Persons with certain neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, Myasthenia Gravis or Lambert-Eaton Syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects and should consult with their physician prior to contemplating Botox.

Botox Cosmetic Pre-Treatment Instructions
DO NOT:
1. Do not take anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium, blood thinners such as aspirin, Coumadin, garlic oil or fish oil at least 72 hours prior to procedure.
2. Do not drink alcohol for at least 72 hours prior to procedure.

DO:
1. Do notify the practitioner if you are on a Calcium Channel Blocker for blood pressure (such as Cardizem, Procardia or Verapamil). They may decrease the force of the muscular contraction and can potentiate the effect of Botox. Dose may be adjusted.
2. Do notify the practitioner if you are taking aminoglycoside antibiotics (such as gentamycin, neomycin or streptomycin) as these classes of drugs interfere with neuromuscular transmission. This may potentiate the effect of Botox. Please do not schedule a treatment until after you have completed the medication.
3. Do notify the practitioner of all allergies.
4. Do notify the practitioner if you have a neuromuscular disease (such as ALS or Lambert Eaton Syndrome) as Botox may be contraindicated.
5. Do notify the practitioner if you are pregnant. Safety has not been established. Please schedule your treatment for after your pregnancy.

Botox Cosmetic Post Treatment Instructions
DO:
1. Do remain upright for 4 hours after injection.
2. Do exaggerate facial expressions in ejected areas for 1 hour after injection.
3. Call the office immediately if you experience any problems or have any questions.
4. Schedule your follow up appointment prior to leaving the office.

DO NOT:
1. Do not take ibuprofen, aspirin or vitamin E for 24 hours after injection.
2. Do not massage or manipulate injection sites for 48 hours after injection.
3. Results are expected within 24 hours to one week after injection.