Botox for Men
“Brotox” may be a fun name, but what does Dr. Mark Godley really think about Botox for men?
The product is the same, but treating a man isn’t necessarily the same as treating a woman. Men usually have stronger facial muscles and different goals. They want to soften their lines while keeping their expressions natural and their features masculine.
For Dr. Godley, it comes down to anatomy and technique. He looks at how the face moves, then adjusts the dose, placement and depth of each injection. He doesn’t follow the same pattern for every face.
Do Men Need More?
Often, yes. Men have larger, stronger muscles across the forehead and between the eyebrows, so it may take a higher dose to reduce movement in those areas. But Dr. Godley isn’t aiming for a certain number of units. He looks at how strongly each muscle contracts and how much movement you want to keep.
“Using too much can make the forehead feel heavy or take away too much expression. Too little may not give you the result you want.” - Dr. Godley
Will I look frozen?
Ask most men what worries them about neuromodulators and “looking frozen” will probably be near the top of the list. You may want your forehead lines softened, but still want to raise your eyebrows, smile and react naturally.
Keeping that movement isn’t only about using less product. Where and how deeply it is injected can change the result. Dr. Godley uses this precision to soften the strongest areas while allowing the rest of the face to move naturally.
A Medical and Artistic Approach
Dr. Godley understands that men and women often want different things from treatment. Most women want a softer brow with a subtle lift, while most men prefer a lower, flatter brow that keeps the face looking masculine.
Achieving those different results requires an understanding of the muscles that shape and move the brow. As a medical doctor and anesthesiologist, Dr. Godley brings extensive knowledge of anatomy and precise injection techniques to each treatment.
Dr. Godley considers both the anatomy of the face and the look you want, then adjusts his technique to bring the two together.
Is Dr. Godley the Doctor Men Go To?
Is Dr. Godley becoming the doctor men go to for aesthetic treatments in Vancouver? Perhaps. What we know for sure is that more men are choosing neuromodulator treatments than they were a few years ago.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, neuromodulator injections among men increased 65% between 2019 and 2022, followed by another 5% increase in 2023. It seems “Brotox” is catching on.
Botox for Men in Vancouver and Abbotsford
“Brotox” makes Botox for men sound simple, but there’s more to it than using a few extra units. Muscle strength, brow shape, facial structure and how much movement you want to keep all contributes to your personal treatment plan.
Dr. Godley combines his medical knowledge of facial anatomy with a careful, individualized injection technique. He treats the face in front of him rather than relying on a standard pattern.
Book a private consultation with Dr. Mark Godley at Godley Clinic in Vancouver or Abbotsford, B.C., to find out whether a neuromodulator treatment is right for you.
Neuromodulator Frequently Asked Questions
Will People Know I Had Treatment?
Probably not. Once any redness or small bumps have settled, a well planned treatment should look natural. People may notice that you look more rested, but they shouldn’t be able to tell exactly what changed.
How Soon Will I See a Difference?
You may begin to notice a change within a few days, but the full effect can take approximately two weeks to develop.
How Long Does It Last?
Neuromodulator treatments commonly last around three to four months. This can vary depending on the area treated, the dose, the strength of your muscles and how your body responds.
Is There Any Downtime?
Most people return to their usual day after the appointment. You may have temporary redness or small bumps at the injection points, and bruising is possible.
When Should I Book Before an Event?
Give yourself at least two weeks for the full effect to develop. Booking a little earlier also gives Dr. Godley time to assess the result before the event.
References:
American Society of Plastic Surgeons Breaks Down 2022 Plastic Surgery Trends Among Different Demographics
