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Mabrie Facial Institute
166 Geary Street
Floor 1300
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone: (415) 445-9513
Text/SMS: (866) 618-9459
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
You may have seen the viral TikToks raving about “Barbie BOTOX” or “trap BOTOX” for a slimmer, more elongated neck contour. And while it’s not as common as other applications of neuromodulators, it’s definitely trending. That’s because some people with overdeveloped trapezius muscles don’t like the bulk it adds to their neck and shoulders, not to mention the discomfort that often comes with it. Trapezius BOTOX at Mabrie Facial Institute in San Francisco can help you look and feel better by disabling and shrinking these muscles.
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How Do You Shrink Bulky Neck Muscles? Your Treatment Options at MFI
BOTOX in the Trapezius Muscle
If you’d like a sleeker, elongated neck and a more angular transition between your neck and shoulders, trap BOTOX might be a good option for you. Our expert Injectors carefully inject a neuromodulator into the upper trapezius, using extreme precision so that other nearby muscles aren’t affected. Within a week or so, you’ll feel less tension in your neck and shoulders, and after about a month, you should see visible improvements.
BOTOX in the Trapezius Muscle
BOTOX in the Trapezius Muscle Before and After Photos
Trapezius BOTOX
Trapezius BOTOX
Two treatments of trap BOTOX gave this young woman improvement of her neck definition and relief from shoulder tension.
How Much Does BOTOX in the Trapezius Muscle Cost?
At MFI, BOTOX to the trapezius muscle includes up to 100 units of BOTOX and is priced based on the Injector. Please visit our dedicated pricing page for the most current cost information.
Once you are happy with your sleek neck contours, you will move into the maintenance phase of treatment. We recommend repeating this treatment approximately every 6 months.
Qualified borrowers may be eligible for 0% financing for 6 to 12 months through CareCredit and Alphaeon medical financing.
The MFI Advantage
MFI focuses exclusively on injectables, and has set the bar in the art and science of fillers for more than 15 years. Dr. Mabrie, trained as a facial plastic surgeon, has dedicated thousands of hours to carefully selecting and training our talented Injectors in the most innovative, effective, and safe techniques for injectables. There is no other practice in the Bay Area with the level of experience, education, and passion for injectables you'll find at MFI.
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The MFI Advantage
MFI focuses exclusively on injectables, and has set the bar in the art and science of fillers for more than 15 years. Dr. Mabrie, trained as a facial plastic surgeon, has dedicated thousands of hours to carefully selecting and training our talented Injectors in the most innovative, effective, and safe techniques for injectables. There is no other practice in the Bay Area with the level of experience, education, and passion for injectables you'll find at MFI.
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Overactive Muscles
The trapezius muscle is a large muscle that fans out along the back of the neck and shoulder. When the muscle is overused, either from tension or hunching over a keyboard or smartphone, it can get bulky. This creates a sloped transition from the neck to the shoulders, rather than a slender, defined angle.
Consultation & Planning
Your First Visit
When you come to our beautiful San Francisco office for a consultation, you’ll meet right away with one of our talented and skilled Injectors. After a candid conversation to discuss your aesthetic goals and expectations, we take professional-level photographs of your neck and shoulders from a variety of angles. Using both the photos and our in-person evaluation, we develop a customized treatment plan for you.
Please plan to spend up to 90 minutes in the office for your first visit, which includes consultation, prep, treatment, pre- and post-treatment photography, aftercare education, and scheduling your next appointment.
Your Trap BOTOX Procedure
If we agree that a neuromodulator like BOTOX will help improve the contour of your neck and shoulders, we will typically proceed with treatment right away. We’ll cleanse the area to prevent infection, then mark the injection points.
The skilled Injectors at MFI use a tiny needle to carefully inject BOTOX or Dysport® into the most tense areas of the upper trapezius muscle. You’ll likely have several rows of injections with up to 5 injections per row. The neuromodulator blocks nerve signals to the muscle, and once it relaxes (in about 5 to 7 days), you might feel relief from any tension or pain in the neck, shoulder, and upper back caused by your tight traps.
Your Neck & Shoulders May Look Better After Two Treatments
Trap BOTOX treatment results are gradual and can take up to 30 days to be noticeable. At that point, we can evaluate your progress and see if you need additional injections to achieve your goals. Results typically last about 6 months and vary between individuals. We recommend retreatment every 6 months to maintain your results.
Example of 2 Treatment Process
Preparing for Your Procedure
For the best experience, follow these tips in advance of your appointment:
- A few days before your appointment, restrict blood thinners, such as anti-inflammatories, fish oil, and alcohol. Limiting these will reduce your risk of bruising from trap BOTOX.
- DO NOT discontinue prescribed, medically necessary medications.
- Eat and drink a normal breakfast or lunch prior to your appointment; low blood sugar can make patients lightheaded during treatment.
Recovery & Aftercare
Immediately after your BOTOX treatment, you may experience swelling, bruising, and tenderness. These are normal side effects and are most apparent 24 to 48 hours after treatment. They can last up to 2 weeks but typically subside within 2 to 5 days. Most patients return to their routine activities the same day.
Swelling
- What little swelling you experience should subside in a day or two
Bruising
- If you experience bruising, it should dissipate within a week.
Redness & Discomfort
- Often minimal and lasting just a few days
- Your trap area may be tender to the touch
Downtime
- No downtime required
- May return to work immediately after treatment
- May resume normal exercise the next day
Because we know you have questions about your recovery process, we created an entire page dedicated to BOTOX and dermal filler aftercare.
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