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<\/a>Disclaimer: \u00a0Photo above is of a model, not a real patient. \u00a0The doctor in the picture above is Calvin Lee, but not Calvin Lee, MD. \u00a0(Both people in the picture have the same name).<\/em><\/p>\n A\u00a0smaller needle used for Botox is usually better. \u00a0 Smaller needles hurt less, bruise less, and cause less damage to surrounding tissues such as nerves and blood vessels. \u00a0But there’s a point where a smaller needle might blunt more quickly or bend. \u00a0So in my mind there’s a sweet spot for picking the right sized BOTOX needle.<\/p>\n For me, the right sized BOTOX needle is a 32 gauge needle (smaller than a 30 gauge). \u00a0I am also currently trying out the possibility of 33 gauge<\/strong> needles. \u00a0The larger the gauge, the smaller the needle. \u00a0a 32 gauge needle roughly .23 mm in outer diameter. \u00a0a 33 gauge needle is .21 mm in outer diameter. \u00a0Compare that to a standard 30 gauge needle which is .31 mm in outer diameter.<\/p>\n I’m slightly concerned that the 33 gauge needle will dull quicker, but I still need more experience with the 33 gauge needle.<\/p>\n Wikipedia has a needle gauge comparison chart for diameters<\/a>.<\/p>\n The different brands of needles have vastly different needles in my mind. \u00a0Some are sharper, the bevel is different, and the ability to stay sharp is different among the brands. \u00a0I have also found that needles will be slightly different from one to another – even in the same box. \u00a0If you are reading this and wondering which brand, I would recommend trying a few different ones yourself. \u00a0 If you need to know which one I use, feel free to call our Modesto Botox Practice – Surgical Artistry<\/a>.<\/p>\n I am an acupuncturist so I am probably a bit strange with my attitude toward needles. \u00a0I frequently use needles that are smaller than a 34 gauge needle for acupuncture. \u00a0So I value fine craftsmanship when it comes to needles. \u00a0For acupuncture, I routinely use Seirin needles<\/a>. \u00a0They have extremely fine needles for facial rejuvenation acupuncture.<\/p>\n I have learned, that like sutures, the smaller the needle or the smaller the suture, the more expensive the product. \u00a0But it’s understandable due to the challenges of manufacturing.<\/p>\n I also like to use small needles for Juvederm injections – smaller than the ones that come in the box. \u00a0But that’s another discussion and needles need to be FDA approved, and thus, this would be considered an off-Label-FDA usage.<\/p>\n Our website is www.InjectionArtistry.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Different Sizes for\u00a0BOTOX Cosmetic needles When I first trained to perform BOTOX injections. \u00a0I\u00a0used 30 gauge needles. \u00a0I think these are still the most popular needles used for BOTOX Cosmetic\u00a0made by Allergan. \u00a0But as I got into vein sclerotherapy with Asclera, I started using smaller needles and one day I thought, why not use the … Continue reading How big is your BOTOX needle?<\/span> Smaller is usually better<\/h3>\n
32 gauge needle<\/h3>\n
The manufacturer of the needle matters<\/h3>\n
I tend to be very picky with needles – I value fine craftsmanship<\/h3>\n
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