Because the person holding the syringe decides how your face looks for four months, and a board-certified dermatologist studied facial anatomy for years before her first cosmetic patient. For Botox and cosmetic injectables in Washington, DC, Dr. Anju Pabby brings a dermatology residency, a cosmetic surgery fellowship and 15 years of injecting to DC Derm Docs.
Does It Matter Who Does My Botox and Cosmetic Injectables in Washington, DC?
Yes, and more for filler than for Botox. Botox relaxes a muscle and wears off within three to five months, so a heavy hand costs you one season. Filler placed in the wrong plane, however, can block a blood vessel, and spotting that within minutes takes a physician.
What Does Board Certification Add to a Cosmetic Injection?
Three years of residency on the skin and the muscles under it, followed by the American Board of Dermatology’s exam, which her Everyday Health profile confirms. At your consultation, you and Dr. Pabby will look at your face in a mirror, and she’ll watch how your brows move before choosing a dose, since where the product goes matters more than which product.
How Would Dr. Pabby Handle a Botox Complication?
By seeing you the same day. A bruise or a small bump settles within a week or two, and if a brow drops after Botox, she’ll typically add a few units elsewhere to balance it. Rest assured, hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery explains how to choose a dermatologic surgeon.
Frequently Asked Questions About Injectables in Washington, DC
Are Botox and Fillers Equally Safe Anywhere?
No. Both are safe in trained hands, but filler carries risks that Botox doesn’t, so anatomy training matters more the moment you add it.
What Should I Compare Besides Price?
Board certification, who will actually inject you, and what happens if something goes wrong. Ask all three and listen for a direct answer.
Will a Dermatologist Talk Me Out of Treatment?
Sometimes. If Dr. Pabby doesn’t think a line needs treating yet at 31, she’ll say so, and you’ll leave with a plan for later.
How Long Does a Botox Visit Take?
About 10 to 15 minutes for the injections, with results lasting up to four to five months.
See DC’s Most Trusted Dermatologists
You’ll leave your consultation with Anju Pabby, MD, knowing who will be injecting you and why that matters. Call DC Derm Docs at 202-822-9591 to book your appointment.
