Trust Your Injections by California’s Only Botox® Cosmetic Ambassador by Swan Medical
Trust Your Injections by California’s Only Botox® Cosmetic Ambassador
Botox is a highly popular injectable treatment used to reduce facial wrinkles. This FDA-approved injection relaxes the facial muscles responsible for repetitive movements, restoring a more youthful appearance. Botox is one of the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures in the world, with over 9.88 million injections given in the U.S. in 2024 alone. (1)
While Botox is known for its high safety and efficacy, it is important that you go to a certified practitioner who fully understands the treatment. At Swan Medical, we are proud to share that our own Director of Aesthetic Medicine, Carlos Sandoval, MSN FNP-C, was named a Botox® Cosmetic Ambassador by Allergan Aesthetics in 2025. This distinction was given to only 22 practitioners, and Carlos was the only one who received this honor in California! This demonstrates his commitment to providing his patients with results that they can be proud of.
If you are ready to learn more about Botox and what it has to offer, please schedule a consultation online. Our Danville or Los Gatos offices may be reached at (925) 905-9922.
About Botox
Botox is a minimally invasive treatment that helps soften signs of aging by relaxing the facial muscles that wear on the skin. Botox is a neuromodulator derived from botulinum toxin. (2) This treatment works by impacting the activity of certain chemical messengers. Botox specifically works to inhibit the release of acetylcholine, or the neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contractions. (3) This helps reduce the appearance of existing signs of aging while simultaneously stopping the development of new ones, if treatments are received regularly.
Why It Is Important to See a Certified Injector for Botox
Choosing a skilled Botox provider is one of the most important steps in this process, as your injector is the one who ensures both your safety and your results. When seeking aesthetic services, many patients opt to choose a provider who is more cost-effective rather than qualified. While it is primarily used for aesthetic enhancement, Botox is still considered a medical treatment, and it should be treated as such.
Undergoing treatment from an unqualified injector can elevate the level of risk associated with the treatment, which may include side effects and complications such as:
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Flu-like Symptoms
- Eyebrow Ptosis
- Blepharoptosis
- Headache
- Infection
- Decreased Strength of Eye Closure
- Ectropion
- Xerophthalmia (2)
While many of these effects are uncommon, their chances of occurring are raised without the proper training. Certified injectors receive training on various injection techniques, facial anatomy, as well as safety standards and practices, allowing them to deliver natural-looking results while minimizing any potential risks.
Additionally, certified injectors understand how to work with a variety of different facial features, tailoring their treatments to enhance their unique look. This avoids the appearance of a “frozen” or “worked on” appearance. By choosing a certified Botox injector, especially a Botox® Cosmetic Ambassador, you can trust that you are working with someone who fully understands how to help you achieve the results you strive for.
Natural vs. Frozen: How Your Injector Affects Your Results
The goal of a Botox treatment is not to transform you into a different person, but to highlight your unique and natural facial features. Certified Botox injectors are taught to use just enough product to address your concerns. This helps maintain your natural expressions while still resulting in a smoother, more refined appearance.
The uncanny, frozen appearance that many patients associate with Botox often comes from a one-size-fits-all technique. Unqualified Botox injectors are often taught to follow basic injection patterns just to restore a more youthful-looking appearance, while certified Botox injectors are taught to adjust the placement and amount of product used to help you achieve your specific goals. This level of detail and artistry is what creates results that revitalize your appearance, not reduce it.
The Value of Personalization
No two people are alike, and each Botox treatment should reflect that. At Swan Medical, we pride ourselves on tailoring each treatment around your concerns, goals, and unique anatomy. Each of our nurse injectors meets with each patient for a personal consultation so that they fully understand the treatment areas you wish to target, your natural facial expressions, and your facial structure. This allows them to adjust the amount of Botox used and its placement, delivering results that enhance your appearance while remaining authentic to who you are.
Personalization also matters if you continue to receive Botox injections over time. After a while, your lifestyle and goals may change, as well as your natural appearance and skin quality. A certified injector can alter your treatment plan as you come in to help you maintain your renewed appearance. This ongoing care can help you maintain consistency over time.
Benefits of Botox
When administered by a certified professional, such as our Botox Cosmetic Ambassador and nurse injector, Carlos Sandoval, Botox can offer several benefits, some of which include:
- Younger-Looking Appearance: Botox is designed to reduce your fine lines, wrinkles, and creases to help restore a more youthful-looking, yet natural appearance.
- Non-Surgical Nature: This treatment can help you achieve significant results without the use of incisions or anesthesia, allowing you to enhance your appearance without disrupting your daily routine.
- Long-Lasting Results: The results of Botox can last for several months before patients are recommended to return for reinjection.
- Customizable Treatment Options: Each treatment plan is designed around your anatomy, concerns, and goals to ensure results that align with your desires.
- Elevated Confidence: Many patients report an improvement in their self-esteem and confidence after seeing their results.
To learn more about how you can experience these benefits for yourself, we encourage you to schedule a consultation online. Alternatively, you may call (925) 905-9922 to reach our Danville or Los Gatos locations.
Who is Botox Suitable For?
While many patients can receive Botox injections, not everyone is an ideal candidate. Cosmetic Botox is suited for those interested in reducing the appearance of fine lines, creases, and wrinkles that are caused by repeated facial muscle movements. Anyone interested in this treatment should be in good general health without any underlying medical conditions that may affect their recovery or results. It is also important that realistic expectations are held.
This treatment is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as those with certain neuromuscular disorders. Patients who are allergic to botulinum toxin or prone to keloidal scarring may not be eligible for Botox, either. If you do not qualify for this treatment, you are still encouraged to schedule a personal consultation with a member of our team so that they may find you a suitable alternative.
Cost of Botox in the San Francisco Bay Area
The cost of your Botox treatment can vary depending on several factors, such as the number of areas being treated, the amount of Botox used, whether or not any additional procedures are performed, and more. Once your treatment plan is established, a member of our team will provide you with a cost estimate.
Swan Medical also offers financing plans. If you are unsure whether financing is right for you, our patient coordinators can answer any questions you may have.
To learn more about the cost of your Botox injections, please schedule a consultation online or call (925) 905-9922 to reach each of our locations.
FAQ
What is Botox?
Botox is an injectable treatment designed to relax targeted facial muscles to reduce the appearance and development of facial wrinkles. This treatment is most commonly administered in areas such as the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes.
Is Botox safe to inject?
Yes, Botox is FDA-approved, which means it must pass rigorous testing and safety checks that ensure its efficacy. This procedure is especially safe when provided by a certified injector, such as our Botox® Cosmetic Ambassador and Director of Aesthetic Medicine, Carlos Sandoval, MSN FNP-C.
How long will the results of my Botox treatment last?
The results of Botox typically last between three to five months, depending on your body’s metabolism and the areas treated.
How many units of Botox will I need?
The number of units required will depend on the number of areas being treated and the extent of correction. During your consultation, your nurse injector will discuss these details with you after learning more about your aesthetic goals and evaluating the treatment area.
Can I combine my Botox injections with another cosmetic procedure?
Yes, patients are more than welcome to combine their injections with another procedure for more comprehensive results. For more information about combined treatments, we recommend discussing this topic during your consultation or calling your preferred office to speak to a member of our team.
References
- ASPS. 2024 ASPS Procedural Statistics Release. American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner; 2024. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2024/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2024.pdf
- Padda IS, Tadi P. Botulinum Toxin. PubMed. Published November 6, 2023. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557387/
- Biello A, Zhu B. Botulinum Toxin Treatment of the Upper Face. Nih.gov. Published September 4, 2023. Accessed August 26, 2025. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK574523/#article-137409.s5