Non-Surgical

Botox / Neuromodulators

Neuromodulator injections that soften the lines made by expression: frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet.

  • Office treatment room
  • No anesthetic needed
  • 15 to 20 minutes
  • No downtime
Botox / Neuromodulators at Barrie Plastic Surgery
Forehead, front view, before and after clinical case supplied by the manufacturerBefore & After
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Concerns it addresses

What botox / neuromodulators treats

Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Fine Lines & Wrinkles

A neuromodulator relaxes the muscles that fold the skin, so frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet soften and stop deepening.

Treatments+

Also considered for this concern: Chemical Peels, Dermal Filler, Face Lift and HALO Laser.

Causes+

Lines come from four different places, and each has its own answer. Expression, Lost volume, The skin itself, Loose skin.

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What to expect

From consultation to final result

The stages below are typical for this procedure. Your own timeline is confirmed at the consultation.

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The first days

What is normal

For most patients, small bumps at the injection points for twenty minutes, occasionally a pinpoint bruise for a few days, and nothing else. The effect begins at three to five days and is complete at about two weeks.

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The first two weeks

Getting back to normal

Recovery happens the same day. There is nothing to recover from beyond a few small marks that fade within the hour. No rubbing or massaging the treated areas, no lying flat, and no exercise for the rest of the day, so the product stays where it was placed.

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The result

How long it lasts

The effect typically lasts three to four months, sometimes longer with regular treatment as the muscles learn to rest. The lines return gradually as it wears off.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, plastic surgeon, Barrie Plastic Surgery

Who performs it

Assessed and performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon

Your injections are performed by Dr. Kamal Tumi himself. In most clinics offering neuromodulators, the injector is not a plastic surgeon.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C), is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as a specialist in plastic surgery. He completed his specialist training at McMaster University and a plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. More than 28 years in practice, over 3,500 surgeries performed.

Consultant plastic surgeon at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie since 2004. A hospital appointment means credentials reviewed by peers and the ability to manage complications directly.

You will not meet one person at the consultation and find someone else holding the syringe. Dr. Tumi injects himself.

Google reviews

What patients say about the clinic

Patient reviews from Google, names attached. 4.3 average across 67 reviews.

I had my first consultation with Dr. Tumi, and he was beyond fabulous. From the jump, he shook my hand and introduced himself to my daughter and I. He included her in the conversation and even had some laughs with her. This made the situation alot less vulnerable given the reason I was there. He is the second surgeon that I have met with, and wasn't going to be my last, until I decided he was the last. It is because of his honesty, integrity, authenticity and professionalism, that made my choice. I saw some comments in the reviews where people stated he made them feel uncomfortable while getting undressed and for me that did not happen. He was respectful of my space and was sure I was covered appropriately. I went to see him for a breat augmentation and Dr. Tumi did not think an augmentation would be required. I really appreciated that about him, because the first surgeon I met, insisted this procedure, despite me only wanting a lift with fat transfer. This is a huge cost savings for me, and more natural for my body type, and in my opinion. Dr. Tumi did not make me feel rushed with any questions and time was not ever an issue for him. He wanted to be sure I knew all that I needed. His office manager Karyn, was absolutely wonderful and easy to connect with. She took her time to discuss things that I did not think of and even called me over the weekend when I emailed her some more questions. This is above and beyond care. My surgery is April 20th and I know I am in good hands. I will follow this up with further reviews in the future and have no doubt it will be 5 stars across the board. One last thing... of all the reviews, I paid attention to the ones where the patients actually had surgery, not the ones who were disgruntled about the office staff or OHIP issues. After all, it is the surgeon we want precision with, isn't it? Thanks Karyn and Dr. Tumi, for making me comfortable and content.

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Stephanie Leblanc

Google Review

I had a great experience with Dr. Tumi and Karyn throughout my entire surgical journey. They were both incredibly kind, patient, and always took the time to answer all of my questions. From my first consultation to my follow-up appointments, they made me feel comfortable, supported, and well cared for. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone considering.

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Claire

Google Review

I had a great experience from start to finish. The service was professional, everything was explained clearly, and the overall experience was positive. I would definitely recommend this place to others.

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Victoria

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What happens, in order

Botox / Neuromodulators, start to finish

What botox / neuromodulators involves at each stage, from the first consultation through to the result.

Step 01 · Consultation

The consultation

A consultation is an assessment and a conversation, and you are not committing to anything by having one.

  • Assessment of what is actually causing what you see
  • What can be done, what cannot, and what it involves
  • A written quote once the assessment is done
Botox / Neuromodulators treatment process
The in-office procedure room at Barrie Plastic Surgery
Before and Afters

Patient Transformations

Most cases here are patients of this practice, shown with consent. Cases marked “Clinical case” are supplied by the manufacturer. Each practice case followed an assessment by Dr. Tumi and a plan built around that person's anatomy. Results vary by individual.

  • Patients of this practice and labelled clinical cases
  • Assessed and treated by the same surgeon
  • Results that look like you, only rested

For educational purposes only. Individual results may vary. Patients consent for photos obtained.

An assessment and a conversation.

You do not need to arrive knowing which procedure you want. Describing what bothers you is enough. You are not committing to surgery by booking a consultation.

Frequently asked questions

Botox / Neuromodulators questions,
answered

The cost depends on the number of areas treated and the dose each needs, so it is quoted at the consultation rather than before it. Not covered by OHIP. Financing is available through Beautifi, Medicard and Credit Medical.

Typically fifteen to twenty minutes, and you leave straight afterwards.

None is needed. The needle is very fine, and ice or a numbing cream is available if you prefer it. It is done in the office treatment room.

None. You go straight back to your day, with a few small marks that fade within the hour. The effect starts at three to five days and is complete at two weeks.

For most patients, a brief sting at each injection point, over in seconds. Ice beforehand takes the edge off if you are needle-shy.

None to speak of. Small bumps for twenty minutes, the occasional pinpoint bruise for a few days, and no rubbing, lying flat or exercise for the rest of the day.

Typically three to four months, sometimes longer with regular treatment. It wears off gradually, and the lines return as they were.

Look at your face when it is completely still, then while you frown. Lines that appear with expression respond well, and lines that stay when the muscle relaxes have settled into the skin and need resurfacing or filler to change. Both are read off your face in a couple of minutes at the appointment.

Cosmetic procedures are not covered. Some functional and reconstructive work is considered differently and is discussed case by case.

Your injections are performed by Dr. Kamal Tumi himself. In most clinics offering neuromodulators, the injector is not a plastic surgeon. ---