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Super professional, great technique, and zero pressure. The crow’s feet softened a lot and the overall look is very natural.
Best Botox experience I’ve had in Irvine. Subtle difference, but I look more rested and still totally like myself.
I came in from Orange County for Botox and the process was quick and comfortable. Results showed up over the week and looked clean and balanced.
Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat was meticulous and explained everything in a simple way. My Botox looks natural, and my forehead is smoother without feeling frozen.
Irvine Botox by Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat
Botox in Irvine and Orange County: How It Works
Botox is a purified protein that relaxes specific facial muscles by reducing the signal between the nerve and the muscle. When a muscle can’t contract as strongly, the skin above it stops folding as deeply, so lines look softer and smoother. This is why Botox works best for “expression lines” created by repeated movement, like frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet.
The treatment is highly targeted: only the muscles injected are affected, and only in the areas treated. Results build gradually, typically starting within a few days and improving over 1 to 2 weeks as the muscle activity settles into a smoother, more relaxed pattern. Over time, the body naturally restores nerve signaling, which is why results fade and maintenance treatments are needed.
In our Irvine and Orange County clinic, Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat focuses on precision placement and conservative dosing to maintain a natural look—so you still look like you, just more refreshed.
What Botox does best
- Softens dynamic wrinkles caused by facial movement
- Helps prevent lines from becoming deeper over time
- Creates a rested, smoother look without changing your identity
- Offers predictable, temporary results you can adjust over time
Natural-Looking Results: Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat’s Precision Approach
Great Botox is not about “more units.” It’s about the right muscles, the right balance, and the right plan for your face. Many people worry about looking frozen or “done.” That usually happens when dosing is too heavy, placed in the wrong spots, or not tailored to how your face moves.
Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat’s approach in Irvine, Orange County starts with how you naturally express yourself. Every face has unique muscle strength, symmetry, and movement patterns. By mapping those patterns, Botox can be used strategically to soften lines while preserving natural expression and avoiding a flat look.
The goal is controlled relaxation, not complete paralysis. That’s the difference between a stiff appearance and a smooth, confident, natural result that still allows you to look animated and like yourself in photos and in real life.
What “precision Botox” means in practice
- A personalized plan based on your facial anatomy and movement
- Conservative first treatment when appropriate, with room to adjust
- Balanced dosing to maintain symmetry and natural expression
- Focus on the result in motion, not just at rest
What Botox Treats: Common Areas and What to Expect
Botox can be used in several facial areas, but the most popular cosmetic targets are the upper face because those muscles create the most visible expression lines. Forehead lines form from lifting the brows, frown lines form from the muscles that pull the brows inward, and crow’s feet form from smiling and squinting.
Your plan depends on your goals and your baseline. Some patients want a subtle refresh. Others want stronger smoothing. Botox can be adjusted to match that, and it can also be staged over time. If you’re new to Botox, starting conservatively often creates the most natural first impression and still delivers meaningful improvement.
Most appointments are quick. You’ll be in and out, and the treatment is performed with very fine needles. You may have small bumps for a short time after injection, and minor redness can happen, but most people return to normal activities right away.
Typical Botox timeline
- Day 1 to 2: little or no visible change is normal
- Day 3 to 7: gradual smoothing as muscles relax
- Day 10 to 14: peak results for most patients
- Month 3 to 4: movement slowly returns as results fade
Safety, Comfort, and Aftercare: Simple Rules for Best Results
Botox is widely used and well-studied, but technique and aftercare matter. The most common side effects are temporary and mild, such as small bruises, tenderness, or a headache-like feeling that resolves. More noticeable issues, like unwanted heaviness or asymmetry, are uncommon when dosing and placement are precise, but they can happen—especially when Botox is not customized to your anatomy.
Aftercare is simple and designed to keep the product where it was placed. Think of the first day as “let it settle.” That supports more predictable, even results. If you have an important event coming up, schedule Botox early so you have time to reach peak results and allow any small bruises to clear.
Aftercare essentials
- Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas the same day
- Stay upright for several hours after treatment
- Skip intense workouts for the rest of the day
- Avoid facials or aggressive skin treatments for 24 to 48 hours
- Plan Botox at least 2 weeks before major events
Botox in Irvine: Pricing Factors, Maintenance, and Long-Term Strategy
Botox is typically priced by units, and the number of units you need depends on your muscle strength, the areas treated, and the look you want. Two people can treat the “same” area and need different amounts because facial anatomy varies. Stronger muscles generally require more units to create the same level of smoothing.
A smart Botox plan is not only about today’s lines. It’s also about maintaining a consistent, natural look over time. Regular treatments can reduce the habit of over-contracting certain muscles, which may help prevent lines from becoming more etched into the skin. Many patients find that with consistent care, they may need fewer units over time or can extend the time between visits.
In Irvine and Orange County, Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat works with you to choose a plan that fits your goals, budget, and lifestyle—whether you prefer a light, natural refresh or a more polished, photo-ready finish.
What affects how many units you need
- The areas treated and how many are included
- Your muscle strength and facial anatomy
- Your desired level of movement versus smoothing
- How quickly your body tends to metabolize Botox
Frequently Asked Questions
Common reasons are strong facial muscles, high metabolism, frequent intense exercise, or under-dosing (often done intentionally for a more natural look). Placement matters too—if product isn’t targeted into the strongest contraction zones, the muscle may keep moving and shorten the perceived duration. A better long-term fix is refining the map, not simply “adding a lot more.”
Plan for peak results at 10–14 days. If you’re new to Botox or you want to allow time for tiny bruises or a small tweak, schedule 3–4 weeks ahead. That timing also helps if you need a conservative first treatment with an optional refinement once your movement settles.
Faces aren’t perfectly symmetrical, and neither are the muscles. The best prevention is mapping movement first: how strongly each side pulls, where the peak contraction is, and whether one side compensates. Dosing is then slightly adjusted side-to-side, and injection points are mirrored by anatomy, not by “same units everywhere.”
It usually happens when the forehead is weakened too much while the brow-lifting pattern isn’t balanced. The frontalis muscle lifts the brows; if it’s over-relaxed, the brow can drop, especially in people who naturally use their forehead to keep the eyes open. A safer plan uses smaller, strategically placed doses and considers your baseline brow position before treating.
Units depend on muscle strength, not age. Most plans are built by area (forehead, frown lines, crow’s feet) and adjusted for your facial movement and symmetry. Stronger muscles and deeper dynamic lines typically require more units, while a “soft movement” goal uses fewer units with more conservative placement to avoid heaviness.