We’re excited to share that Dr. Sara Dickie has been featured in a prominent U.S. News & World Report article, “Botox: How It Works and When to Use It” (U.S. News Health)—a testament to her national reputation and expertise in non-surgical facial aesthetics.
More Than Wrinkle Relaxation
While most people associate Botox with smoothing forehead lines and crow’s feet, Dr. Dickie reminded readers that this treatment goes far beyond aesthetic benefits. Quoted in the article, she explains:
“It seems to have an endless array of benefits when used correctly.”
Dr. Dickie highlights Botox’s many medical applications, helping readers understand that it’s a therapeutic tool just as much as a cosmetic one. These additional uses include:
- Chronic migraines – Botox is FDA-approved to reduce migraine frequency and severity in patients experiencing 15 or more migraine days per month.
- Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) – Botox can effectively treat sweating in the underarms, palms, feet, and more.
- Neck spasms (cervical dystonia) – Botox helps reduce painful muscle contractions in the neck.
- Overactive bladder – In select cases, Botox relaxes the bladder muscle to improve control.
- Uncontrollable blinking (blepharospasm) – Strategic injections around the eyes and brows reduce spasms.
- Calf slimming – Aesthetic use of Botox to soften bulky calf muscles for a more slender appearance.
These applications show just how versatile and medically significant Botox can be—when administered by trained professionals like those at SARA Surgery.
Why Dr. Dickie Was Quoted
U.S. News chose to feature Dr. Dickie because of her clear credentials and real-world patient experience. As a board-certified female plastic surgeon based in the Chicago suburbs, with a reputation for precise, patient-centered treatments, her insights reinforce key messages about:
- The importance of qualified providers—their understanding of facial anatomy ensures natural, safe outcomes
- The nuances of Botox timing and dosage—especially critical for preventing unwanted effects like a “frozen” brow or droopy eyelid
Her perspective emphasizes that Botox isn’t just cosmetic—it’s medical, and requires care, training, and follow-through.
Discover the Power of Expert Botox
If you’ve been curious about Botox—whether for wrinkle prevention, maintenance, or medical concerns—trust the expertise of Dr. Sara Dickie at SARA Surgery. She’s nationally recognized, board-certified, and deeply committed to helping you achieve natural, confident results.