Botox
Most people can't tell you've had anything done. They'll assume you've been sleeping better, or finally found a skincare routine that works. That convincingly natural outcome is the hardest thing to achieve with neuromodulators, and the only one worth pursuing. Dr. Sarah Kennea holds Allergan Faculty status, a designation held by just seven practitioners in North America.
What Is Botox Cosmetic And How Does It Work?
Botox Cosmetic works by temporarily reducing the activity of targeted facial muscles, softening the lines those movements create over time. The distinction between a flat, overdone result and a refreshed, natural one comes entirely down to placement: how much is used, exactly where, and in what pattern relative to your individual anatomy.
Dr. Kennea's Allergan Faculty status reflects a level of training and clinical depth in neurotoxin pharmacology that's rare in any market, and uncommon in a destination setting like Whistler; Faculty injectors train other physicians, which translates directly to more precise placement and more consistent results.
First-time patients often do best starting conservatively. Botox is always addable, so beginning with less lets you get comfortable with how your face responds before committing to a fuller result.
Is Botox Cosmetic Worth It For You?
Botox Cosmetic tends to be the ideal fit for those with:
- Lines that deepen when you frown, squint, or raise your brows
- An interest in catching lines of motion early, before they become static creases visible at rest
- No particular "ideal age" in mind, just lines that bother you, whether that's early glabellar lines in your late 20s or a full-face presentation in your 50s
If lines are already present at rest, your treatment plan becomes more nuanced, and consultation will map realistic expectations. Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding aren't treated, and active skin infections in the treatment area or certain neuromuscular conditions are contraindications reviewed at consultation.
Your Treatment Experience
A typical appointment takes 20 to 30 minutes. Dr. Kennea assesses your facial movement and anatomy, maps injection points specific to your face, and begins, using a fine-gauge needle throughout; most patients describe each injection as a small, brief pinch.
No downtime is required, though we recommend avoiding lying flat for four hours, skipping intense exercise for 24 hours, and holding off on facial treatments for a few days. Results begin to emerge within three to five days, with the full effect settling by day 14. A two-week follow-up is included to assess and adjust if needed, at no additional charge.
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One of 7 Allergan Faculty injectors in North America2
The only female Allergan Faculty injector in Western Canada3
Trains and mentors other physicians in injectable technique
Your Trusted Providers
At Whistler Medical Aesthetics, every treatment is physician-directed. Dr. Sarah Kennea and the WMA team bring a standard of care that reflects both deep clinical expertise and the precision standard you expect from Canada's premier mountain destination.
Dr. Tara Lynn Teshima
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. Sarah Kennea
Medical Director
Dr. Natalie Waller ND
Doctor
Krista Stephens
Lead Consultant
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The right time is when the lines bother you, whether that's early glabellar lines in your late 20s or a full-face presentation later on. The assessment and plan differ by age and presentation; the principle stays the same.
A two-week follow-up is included with every appointment. If a small top-up is needed in a specific area, it's provided at no additional charge.
Results begin emerging within 3 to 5 days, with the full effect settling by day 14.
Avoid lying flat for 4 hours, skip intense exercise for 24 hours, and hold off on other facial treatments for a few days.
Botox Cosmetic softens lines caused by facial muscle movement, while Botox Therapeutic treats medical conditions like chronic migraine, hyperhidrosis, and TMJ-related jaw tension. The active compound is the same; the dosing and injection mapping differ by purpose.
