Botox, Beauty, and Bandit?
Beauty and The Botox Bandit
Have you heard about the so-called Beauty Bandit? She is the one who in South Florida did the Botox then bailed on the bill! OK, what are we coming to? The fact is, we are more and more obsessed with looking younger and, frankly, times are tough! Thankfully, more so for the ones performing the crimes, as they are the ones who will suffer more in the end, this is rare, and our, and I think I speak for the majority of providers out there, patients would never ever consider this type of action. My patients are truly upscale. Unfortunately however, this does occur in some places by some people. Let’s hope they find a better way.
There is a better way to go, even on a budget. Many offices will offer a discounted service if you combine it with something else, though this might not be published. Do not hesitate to ask! If you go in to a high-end office, and they charge you the published price for say…Restylane, Botox, some Radiesse, and just add that all together…..say “no!” Tell them you wish a discounted price for these treatments, since you are doing so many. Nine times of ten, you will get it. I do it. I appreciate my patients. If you don’t get it, I guarantee there is another provider, most likely a block away, also good, who will. Be firm, but savvy. Check around, and leave your current office if they won’t do this. There is probably a sentiment of not knowing their clients there.
You can still seek beauty treatments in this economy. Look around, or check with me!!
From Dr. Bonnie:
When first meeting, my patients tell me they want to look younger, and we talk about their concerns. For most its a sense of not looking as “fresh” as they used to. As we continue to talk, I find many are under incredible stress, and it’s aging them beyond their real years. They’re aware of the pressure, and maybe even of the toll it’s taking. Unfortunately, its not easy to figure out how to get off this energy draining treadmill that’s sabotaging their chance to look great.
I ‘ve discovered three common problems that almost all of these patients share, and even went so far as to prepare three separate videos, which have become my “prescriptions”. Each deals with a different problem and shows step-by-step how to eliminate them from your life.
I would love to share them with you, and there is no charge. The first is titled “The Dirty Little Secret of Multi-Tasking” and as the title may hint, Multi-Tasking is not helping us save time nor get things done faster.
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I look forward to hearing from you.
Dr. Bonnie