Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Botox & Dysport) in Guelph

§ 02 · The Essentials

What anti-wrinkle treats.

Dynamic wrinkles, the lines that appear when you animate your face. Common targets:

– Forehead lines (horizontal lines across the forehead)
– Frown lines (the "11s" between the eyebrows)
– Crow's feet (fine lines at the outer corners of the eyes)
– Bunny lines (lines on the bridge of the nose when you smile)
– Jaw slimming and neck bands (advanced applications)

§ 02 · How it works

How anti-wrinkle works.

Botox and Dysport are purified proteins (neuromodulators) that temporarily relax the tiny facial muscles that cause expression lines. The skin above relaxes too, softening existing lines and preventing new ones.

It's targeted, temporary, and predictable. Good injectable work looks like nothing happened, just a softer version of you.

What it won't do

Anti-wrinkle doesn't treat lines present at rest (static wrinkles) or restore lost volume. For those, we look at dermal fillers or Morpheus8. We'll tell you honestly if anti-wrinkle is the right starting point, or if something else is.

Good fit

This is likely for you if…

You're 25+ and noticing lines that show even when your face is relaxed
You want subtle, natural softening, not a frozen look
You're starting preventatively and want to slow the formation of deeper lines
You've had Botox before and want an honest, conservative second opinion
You're generally healthy with realistic expectations

Not a fit

This is not for you if…

You're pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive
You have a neuromuscular disorder (myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton, ALS)
You're allergic to botulinum toxin or any ingredient in the formulation
You have an active infection at the injection site
Your main concern is static lines, hollowing, or significant skin laxity, we'll suggest fillers or Morpheus8 instead

i.

Day ofThe appointment

Quick consult with Torri. Photos taken for your file. Topical numbing if you'd like. Injections take 5–10 minutes, followed by a few minutes of pressure. You're in and out inside 30 minutes.

ii.

First 48 hoursRecovery

No lying flat for 4 hours. No workouts or saunas for 24 hours. Tiny bumps at injection sites fade in 15–30 minutes. Occasional faint bruising possible. You can be back at a desk immediately.

iii.

10–14 daysFull results

Onset starts around day 3–5, full effect at day 10–14. We do a complimentary two-week check-in to refine if needed. Results hold 3–4 months before gently wearing off, we re-treat every 12–16 weeks.

§ 05 · Realistic pricing

What this actually costs.

We price per unit, not per area, it's the honest way. Here's what to expect over a real year of treatment.

Per unit

$9.50/u

Botox and Dysport pricing is identical. No "per-area" pricing games.

Typical session

$190–570

20–60 units depending on your anatomy, goals, and areas treated.

First year total

$760–2,280

Based on 4 treatments per year (every 12–16 weeks). Most clients settle into the lower half after the first session.

Virtual consultations are complimentary; in-person is $50 + HST (applied to your treatment if you proceed). Either way, we'll quote a unit range before any needle comes out.

Lead Aesthetic Nurse Injector

Torri Bennett, RPN

Advanced-trained in neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and IV therapy. Torri's approach is conservative by default: start small, refine at your complimentary two-week check-in, never do more than the outcome calls for.

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Not if we do our job. We always start conservatively, especially for first-time clients. You should still be able to express, just with softer lines. If your goal is fully frozen, that's also possible and a conversation, but it isn't our default.

You'll notice the onset around day 3–5, with full results at day 10–14. We book everyone for a complimentary check-in at the two-week mark to refine anything that needs a touch-up.

The needle is very fine. Most clients describe it as a quick pinch per injection. We offer topical numbing if you'd like, but most clients find they don't need it after the first visit.

Both are neuromodulators that do the same thing. Dysport tends to kick in slightly faster and spread a bit more, useful for broader areas like the forehead. Botox is more localised, often preferred for finer areas like crow's feet. Torri will suggest which is better for your anatomy.

Avoid strenuous workouts, lying flat, and facial massage for the first 4 hours. Hold off on saunas and hot yoga for 24 hours. Light makeup immediately after is fine.

Sometimes, usually small, usually the crow's-feet area. Avoid alcohol, fish oil, ibuprofen, and vitamin E for 48 hours before your appointment to reduce the risk. We can also apply a cold compress during and after.

Neuromodulators have decades of clinical data and an excellent safety profile when administered correctly. Treatment is local, temporary, and performed under Ontario's RPN scope of practice, with Ayaan Ali, NP as our supervising medical director.

Anti-wrinkle is temporary, it wears off on its own over 3–4 months. If something's off before then, most concerns are easy to address at the two-week check-in with a small adjustment.

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