Face Fillers & Botox Injections | Dr Mona Vand 

I agree with you when you say that everybody starts to look the same

That’s true about the “looking beautiful on picture then in person is alarming” ahhh thanks for this🧚🏼‍♀️✨

uugghh women like her is so refreshing to watch. So natural, beautiful and intelligent

I’ve done a lip filler because I was losing volume in my upper lip. My tip, invest in a good doctor. I went to a doctor and she told me straight away that more then 1 mil will not look good on my face. She put in around .75 mil and I still paid for the full syringe. Was it expensive? Yes! Was it worth it? Yes. No one can tell that I had anything done, and that’s exactly what I wanted. My lips are now fuller, symmetrical and more moisturized. So I agree with her, do not over do it, and pick a really good doctor.

I have well over 4,000 cosmetic patient encounters under my belt and the one thing that every patient who undergoes any procedures, relays to me regarding their experience, is how great it makes them feel. The therapeutic advantage many cosmetic treatments afford patients is sometimes underrated and underappreciated. A quick "pick me up" with a few CC of Botox is as satisfying as an $80 stick of Rouge CL lipstick! Often times, clients have told me it helps to kick relationships into another gear, sprinkle mild doses of spice into their marriages, and make them feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the next day. Amazing stuff! Nice video Mona. Keep it up!

Instagram and social media has ruined women and they way they perceive beauty. I feel for our younger generation. It’s only going to get worse.

I will be 63 next March 10. I have never had any procedures done, but I do try to make good health choices and people are shocked and surprised when I tell them my age. It is not genes (I know from what I see within my family) but from my day-to-day choices since a very young age. I am always learning and growing in the health arena and now follow you and have gleaned so much from you. I tell others about you often.

I've never had any work done and its crazy because IG makes you feel like its natural to alter your looks into a semi-permanent face tune. I don't know if I'll never get fillers, but I'm leading a natural lifestyle where what i eat, how i sleep, how i think will bring me inner and outer ageless beauty. I love my smile and my being and more people need to love the vessel they're in. thanks for sharing mona x

I am a male who had both Rejuvaderm and Botox. A well trained plastic surgeon performed the treatment.It was somewhat expensive and painful. (probably because men don't have the adipose fat women do) . I think the disappointing part of it is that nobody noticed the difference until I pointed out I no longer had lines and wrinkles. My best advice is to simply avoid overexposure to the sun. In all honesty, unless you are a movie star, most people are not interested in you, and could care less about anyone but themselves.

fillers are MAGIC.........so glad to get rid of the gummy smile i had and dark circles under my eyes i look like ive been on vacation!!

A Plastic Surgeon and cosmetic doctor+radiologist did a study with MRI scans proving that "temporary" filler doesn't always absorb into the body as marketed; and can actually last for years and migrate to other areas of the face. Example a women who had lip filler from years prior migrate deeper to around her gums up closer to the nose, or cheek filler migrating to the under eye or vise versa..

I’ve had fillers to get rid of my smile lines and it was injected into my cheeks and I really lobe the results. I’ve had it done back in July and I do plan on going soon to get more done since it didn’t fully fix the issue. But I am very happy with my results overall and had no pain of bruising.

Why shouldn’t dentist administer Botox? They know more about the head, face, and neck anatomy than nurses who administer Botox? Dentist are doctors! I feel like it’s the same thing as some one saying don’t listen to medical advice from Mona because she is just a pharmacist not a medical doctor......

I've noticed a lot of nurses here in Canada are now certified to do fillers & botox. What's your take on that? Is it safe to see them instead of a doctor?

I would love to hear more about your experience getting baby Botox: when to get it, how long it lasts, side effects, etc. :)

Great video, not all the way through it yet but in many states, it doesn’t have to be a doctor who injects. It can be an RN, NP, or PA. Most of the time, the aesthetic RNs and NPs are more skilled at botox and fillers than doctors because they do it all day, everyday. some doctors and dentists only do it as an add on service a few times a week. Just something to keep in mind. 😊

Very informational!!!!!! Thank you so much for doing this video! I did not even think about filler swelling the face and making you sweat more! Mona, you are amazing!!!

Thank you for this :) thank you for an honest chat .. we need more like this nowadays since everyone else is promoting the same over filled look

I noticed you’ve had some work done around your cheeks, jaw area & chin. Please share how your experience was 🙌🙏💓

Thanks. I have been considering fillers and Botox so this helps. I like the natural just refreshed look. So this helps a lot.

Can you plleeease do a video on breast implants? I’ve heard a lot of bad things about it lately, people have been getting them removed. I want them but I want to make sure it’s safe. Plz do a video!

Would love if you covered Kybella it’s becoming very popular in Miami

Well when you reach 55years old, I just started using botox for my forehead and when turning 60 I will definitely will have fillers.

That is so true it is really hard to remain unique with them!

If I had the money I would get botox and fillers straight away. It's really easy to tell people to age gracefully and embrace themselves when you're not the one with incredibly prominent frown lines since age 25.

You are so right, it’s a red flag if you see over advertisement online . I went to a “famous” plastic surgeon in Miami and had some complications due to filling an area that is not FDA approved. I was wowed with all the photos I saw. I have since been seen a plastic surgeon Dr.Keni in a Chicago suburb, Oakbrook, for Botox and fillers. IL. He has always taken his time to watch my face expressions and always goes slow with injections! Thank you for your informative video, very important for people considering filler/Botox. Wish I educated my self earlier.

Very honest video. Radiesse and Sculptra will not cause water retention in the face in most cases. These are good alternatives for those who would like to stay away from too much HA. Especially along the jaw, cheeks, and chin.

Why would you not recommend a dentist ? I can understand not recommending a beauty therapist , but dental professional have a good grasp of the facial muscles, nerves etc.

Great information & great video ! I agree I don’t think everyone should try to look the same, beauty comes in many forms ❤️🥰

Iam having fillers done on July 2024 I was undecided between Botox or fillers but after watching your video I made my decision it’s gonna be fillers thanks 😉

Thank you so much for this video. Best video on RU-vid regarding fillers ! 💕

Wow I needed this. An intellectual perspective. I recently moved to LA & surrounded by it. Everyone says not to touch my face or body but sometimes I consider. This was a down to earth perspective & I really appreciate your wise words!

Thank you for being so honest! Loved this so much. Keep up the realness! Sending love from Canada. xx

I want to let everyone know Dentists are one of the most skilled practitioners who are administering neurotoxins. They routinely inject MUCH deeper intraorally to achieve profound anesthesia prior to performing any dental work. (As do us Hygienists 🤓) We are trained extensively on anatomical features, landmarks as well as proper technique when using a syringe. Additionally Dentists understand muscle movement, function and facial esthetic features...they utilize all these techniques and skills daily in restorative work. They are more than qualified to deliver neurotoxin injections, that’s why their scope of practice includes it within their license. 😀

Yes! More info is always beneficial! I’m in my early 30’s and feel a bit overwhelmed with the options. I’m in search of facial/treatment of some sort that will improve my wrinkles and even give me a bit of lift. My eyes have been dropping and it’s beginning to bother me. It’s hard to trust the options given, not sure if they are offering it because they are after your money or if it truly is the beat option .

Very informational video. Dr. Mona, what vitamins do you take?

I love, love your HONESTY. ILL GO TO YOUR DOCTOR.

I LOVEEEE Botox! Go get it ladies. It’s so worth it!!! I’ll never go without.

Thanks for a balanced opinion on the subject.

Yes, please elaborate as much as you can. So is filler safer than botox? Do you run the risk of facial expression over years of you doing either even if you do it mildly? Thanks for sharing ♡

Love your jumpsuit!! I’m loosing my volume in my face !! I’m 37 , it’s not easy ....I want to age gracefully and naturally....we’ll see, I might fill or freeze down the road . It’s still very expensive

Dr. Vand, I totally agree with this. 💖✨ Thanks for speaking out on this and giving educational advice 🌺

Thank you for this video Dr. Mona! I'm 26 so I was thinking about the possibility of starting baby Botox in my forehead as well. I'd love for you to make another video about recommended doctors in Southern California, how often you should go back to get topped up, pricing etc. Thanks again this was a huge help!

Just don’t do it, love yourself just the way you are and the way you’re not.

Do you worry about the long term effects of BOTOX? E.g. drooping eyelids when you’re older. I am always concerned about the long term effects of these treatments and have stuck to using Frownies and microcurrent up until now because of the studies I’ve read about the long term side effects. However, these types of studies are very limited so I’m unsure if my rationale is correct and would love your opinion. Thank you!

This is how I feel. I used to say no way would I get Botox or fillers. Then you start to show age. And suddenly you consider it. I love fillers and Botox. Botox is a toxin. Any doctor will tell you. But it keeps lines away. The clever path is to do lasers, chemical peels and maintain the skin with facials. And change you diet to more healthy. Then, you may not need fillers and Botox. And I am a licensed skin care specialist so I know. But if u get fillers or Botox, don’t feel bad. Do what works for you. I get filler once a year to maintain my facial volume. And I get Botox twice a year because it lasts me six months.

This is great, thank y0ou so much. Who is the dr you recommended from Chicago? Was hoping to look him up. Thank you.

Please talk about under eye fillers! I have the worst hollowed eyes (not bags, but hollows) and it’s been my biggest insecurity for years now. It’s the first thing I think about every morning when I look at myself in the mirror. It honestly truly affects me. The worst part is that I’m only 21 years old. Your opinion on it would help!

Hi Dr. Mona! Out of curiosity, why is Botox the primarily recommended cosmetic procedure when there are other procedures such as Radiesse and Voluma that are more sustainable and less prone to neurological damage? It’s true that Radiesse is tricky because it’s in your face forever, but please let me know more on why! Thank you ❤️

Love your honesty and openness.

Smiles 'ARE' So important.

One of my bucket lists : get preventative Botox

This doctor is beautiful!

Hi Mona! Could you please tackle on plasma treatments and plasma fillers for the face? I love your content, thanks for sharing!! :)

I had a question actually. I heard that after you get botox you really have to keep getting it or your face can actually start to loose fullness and elasticity at a higher rate than it would have before, from now having a bit of muscle atrophy. Is that true?

Starts talking about it since 1:50

Finally! This is what I needed! I can’t decide to get some around my eyes of either filler or Botox! 😰

Thank you for an informative video about this subject! You're great at explaining things so it’s easy to understand!

Yes! Please do more videos on this! I'm 35 and I'm ready to try something but I'm afraid!

Hey Mona Thanxz for this information 😇 It helps a lot before getting these any of these stuff done your aware of its pros & cons 💡

I live in Chicago!! thanks for recommending Dr. Julius :)

It is interesting... lip fillers, botox, plastic surgery, not as common on the East Coast vs. West. Every video regarding this topic, it seems a disclaimer must be projected-- that altering one's appearance should not be a subject for judgment... that doing so is unneeded to fit a particular beauty standard... and ultimately, that getting these alterations derives from their source of happiness, solely. Rather, it is evidently clear, from a sociocultural perspective, that society has impacted their personal decision on such procedures. Conversations of women empowerment, etc, aside, these procedures are "unnatural" regardless of the reasoning behind one's decision to procure with such enhancements. Nonetheless, thank you, Mona, for your take on this topic and sticking to what's factual.

Where is your jumpsuit from? I love it.

Loved this video. It was so informative. What is your opinion on doing fillers for dark circles?

What are the long term effects of Botox?

I would like to say try diet, skincare, and sleep first. If those things don't revive your face, then by all means, you can try the fillers. But what I notice about fillers is that almost everyone who gets them look overdone. Believe me! People can tell!

Completely agree with your point of view

Thanks for being honest 👸🏻

Beauty cannot be define on one direction

Love this!!! Please dive deeper!!

Thank you for this. Great explanation! :)

Could you go into more details on Botox for the jaw masseter muscle? For TMJ or just to slim the face. I heard this will thin your jaw bone overtime?

Very nice video. What are your thoughts on sculptra?

This is so informational and well done. Curious have you done anything besides forehead Botox? I find that starting in you twenties is way to young to begin with.

me and you are about the same age (1985) and I definitely am a fan of botox in my forehead and im going to do face fillers soon because ive lost volume in my face (cheeks) and I don't like my nasiobal folds and smile lines being more prominent now. Ive also done lip fillers. I also try to live as naturally possible but I think its about balance and there is nothing wrong with trying to look and feel your best from the inside out. I just hate when people like Jaclyn hill cant admit she's done face fillers but rather attributes it to weight gain. Its just just be honest and transparent if you can admit you have depression and anxiety just admit your fuller face is due to fillers not weight gain.Have you had face fillers? and do you take collagen?

Be interested in your thoughts on injectable skin boosters. It's not like fillers although they're HA but they stimulate your own collagen.Profhilo is very popular in Europe, also Restylane Vital and the French one Filorga Nctf.

I love that you feel so highly about preserving your natural assets. I just turned 31 a couple of months ago and I’m looking into doing some small amounts of Botox in my forehead. What would you recommend for nasolabial folds though?

Can you explain what you mean by off label I know it means it’s not technically approved by the fda but why do drs still inject on off label areas ?

My dentist knows facial anatomy better than any other doctor so I think that Botox is more for dentist than for general MD.

I was actually looking into going to go to my dentist for my TMJ + teeth grinding. My dentist said it's so bad, I will eventually grind my teeth down. You mentioned not going to a dentist. Would you recommend a doctor or nurse instead? Thanks for your honesty in this video!

It is so true all points are relevant ❤️

In response to a few comments about Botox and the lip area, I agree totally with our Doc, but I wanted to share my experience of a procedure I have had done that technically comes under this. Dr Mona will likely know of it so forgive me, I’m not trying to be a smart arse, but I saw some other folk commenting and thought maybe I had something valuable to add, so this is for subscribers like me, not me trying to educate Dr Mona. (Lord above.....we gotta disclaimer every sentence we make these days!) So, fixing the gummy smile with Botox.......isn’t a new technique although perhaps not as wildly popular as its more well known uses and it does need a skilled Medical/Dental Aesthetics doctor to do it. I have had mine done, so this is factual information I’m giving, as I have good teeth but they are smaller and my upper gums showed more than I liked. The procedure at the time, about 18 months - 2 yrs ago, was done in Harley Street in London, was minimally painful, some downtime and very successful. Like it does with every other area it’s injected into, it relaxes the muscle that pulls the lip too far up the gum line when a person with prominent gums smiles. (From memory I think that basically right.....Dr Mona may have better insight) Done right, it does not inhibit your smile one bit and infact enhances it because now your teeth no longer look too small, your gums are no longer the first thing someone notices about your smile and you can smile wider knowing that your lip is resting along the top of your teeth, which is where it should rest naturally. No need for cutting, fillers or any other crazy dental work if your own teeth are basically good. I would and will do it over and over and over again if need be. I don’t have any other procedures done, but this made me physically cry with joy at my own reflection after 40 something years of hiding my smile. I hope that helps those who were wondering what it was and had been told by others that it wasn’t possible. Xxx

what is the name of the doctor?is not clear.can you write it in description?Thanks

I get Botox every 3 months. To each their own. You are so beautiful btw.

Great Video, Your always awesome!

Hi Dr. Mona! I’ve been looking to get Botox for my TMJ for a few months now. You mentioned in the video to not go to a dentist for Botox, but if it’s for TMJ specifically, do you think that’s okay? Or do you think I should still try to find a plastic surgeon?

I have a question Dr. Mona, who do you recommend to do under eye fillers for bags?

Yes, go deeper into this subject. And also what do you think about the Glopro microneedling tool by BeautyBio? I’ve been contemplating whether I should buy it or not. Bc I already own the Rose Quartz Roller & Gua Sha Set. What are your thoughts 💭 I’m beginning to see some lines you know that Bridge between the eyes 👀 haha! I don’t want those lines haha 😆 Should I do baby Botox like you mentioned on those lines now before they set deep? Help! Luv you, Mona. You are awesome 👏 with all your amazing advice. Xoxo 😚 Peace ✌🏻

Lol the lip flip !! No go !! 🦆 lips are a no go ladies !!

the pharmacist can give botox in usa?

Hi, what other options are there to treat the “11” lines on the forehead?

Agree with every single comment you've made! Short and informative 🙌🏼 I'm interested in hearing your thoughts about hyaluron pen that are advertised as being safe used at home.

Didnt realize botox only lasts a few months, so basically once you start, you have to keep up with it?

It almost feels like you have to get Botox or fillers to make it or have longevity in the show business nowadays

Thanks so much for this. I’m thinking of getting fillers but how much is a little? What ml do I start with?

I love your expertise advice!

Loved this video. Thank you so much!

Are you sure that Maleficent post wasn’t a joke? Anyway, yes. Too much of anything is never good. I absolutely love Botox and filler! But it’s to be used in tandem with good skincare at home and annual treatments. I hate when I see people who brag about all the Botox and filler they get, yet they have the most horrible skin health; texture and tone etc. Horrible! I will say the 3 things you can do to stay as youthful looking as possible is sunscreen, Botox and retinoids without a doubt! Fillers have come a LONG way and there’s actually so many innovations with fillers coming down the pipeline 🙈 even Botox Innovations too! Very exciting. I think the best thing to do, is like you said. Go to a reputable person. A good doctor will know when to say “no.” Now that I’ve had filler a few times I find I need to go less often and require less whereas I think people keep adding more and more every year which is so not necessary. Research now shows that fillers lasts closer to 2-4 years. Not 6-18 months like the brands suggest.

Is there a difference between having Botox for tmj/headaches/grinding to the latest “Facial Slimming on the masseter muscle Botox?”

As I'm getting older ive started to develop lumps on my cheek bones this only started last yr & its really getting me down as Ive always worn makeup bt nw it looks weird especially with contour, highlight blush etc I nw knw what I have is malar bags I'm at a loss of what to do I knw there going to get worse what do I do