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Columbia, Maryland

Maryland, United States

Aesthetic treatments in Columbia

Thirteen tracked listings in Howard County, four of them surgeon-led and three dermatology practices, clustered along Little Patuxent Parkway and the McGaw Road medical offices.

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Town Center / Little Patuxent ParkwayMcGaw Road / Bendix RoadColumbia 100 ParkwayBroken Land Parkway

Columbia’s clinics sit in office parks, not storefronts. Little Patuxent Parkway by Town Center has RAE Aesthetic at 10480 and Comprehensive Laser & Aesthetics at 10500. The medical offices off Route 175 hold two pairs that share an address: on McGaw Road, Dean P. Kane, MD, and Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care both list suite 150 at 8890, and on Bendix Road, Cheryl Bansal, MD, and Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology are the same practice at 9256. Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is on Columbia 100 Parkway, Bridge Surgical Arts on Lee Deforest Drive, Dr. Sarah Mess on Broken Land Parkway, ProMD Health on Stanford Boulevard, and Beleza Clinic on Minstrel Way. Adora Aesthetics serves Clarksville from Clarksville Pike and Eternal Dermatology is in Maple Lawn in Fulton.

Four of the thirteen are run by plastic surgeons, which shapes what is on offer. Sculptra and PDO thread lifts are at Bridge Surgical Arts and Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery only. Botox, dermal fillers and lip filler are on all thirteen, Dysport on six, Jeuveau at Adora, Comprehensive Laser and Dr. Kane, and Daxxify at Dr. Kane and ProMD. Comprehensive Laser is the only listing tagged for Xeomin, and it carries 30 tagged treatments, the longest menu in the county. Under-eye filler is at Dr. Mess and RAE. Hormone replacement therapy is on four menus and peptide therapy on three, all of them the wellness-leaning clinics: Adora, Beleza, ProMD and RAE.

Device coverage is nearly complete. Morpheus8 and RF microneedling are on twelve of thirteen menus, laser skin resurfacing and skin tightening on ten, BBL photofacial on nine, laser hair removal on eight. CoolSculpting, Emsculpt Neo and Kybella are at the two surgical practices and Comprehensive Laser. Skin tag and mole removal is on six menus, mostly the dermatologists. Adora is the one listing for Ultherapy, Comprehensive Laser for laser tattoo removal, and spider vein treatment is at Comprehensive Laser and RAE.

Howard County prices sit between its two neighbours. Botox quotes $13 to 16 per unit, under Bethesda and the District at $15 to 19 and a dollar over Baltimore at $12 to 15. Filler runs $750 to 950 per syringe and a three-session Morpheus8 package $2,500 to 3,200. The surgeon-run offices charge the top of each range and the dermatology practices the bottom, with the med spas in between.

This is a commuter county and the hours show it. RAE stays open to 7 Monday through Thursday, ProMD and Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology to 7 on Wednesdays, Adora to 7 on Tuesdays. The dermatology and surgical offices keep 8-to-5 or 7:30-to-4 days with no weekends. Five of the thirteen open Saturdays: Comprehensive Laser 9 to 3, RAE 10 to 3, Adora 9 to 2, and Beleza and ProMD 9 to 1. Demand peaks in late April before the wedding season and again the first two weeks of December. Patients come from Ellicott City, Clarksville, Fulton, Laurel, Elkridge, Catonsville and Olney, and from federal workers who would rather not spend Bethesda money.

The thirteen average 4.81 across 6,500 reviews; RAE holds the only flat 5.0, across 604. Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care has the deepest book at 1,346, then Eternal Dermatology at 1,063 and Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology at 792, all of it shared with medical visits. Because two listings each cover one practice, the real count here is eleven offices. Ask any med spa who its medical director is; with four surgeons and three dermatology groups in the county, physician-led care is easy to find. Name two or three offices below and ClinicCompass will send the same consultation request to each.

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Map of 13 med spas and aesthetic clinics in Columbia, Maryland
Treatments in Columbia

What you can book in Columbia

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Laser Hair Removal treatment Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal

A laser treatment that targets hair follicles to permanently reduce unwanted hair on the face, body, and bikini area over a series of sessions.

Typical cost $50–$600
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Microneedling treatment Facials & Skin Care

Microneedling

A minimally invasive treatment that uses tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, triggering collagen production to improve texture, scars, pores, and fine lines.

Typical cost $200–$700
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Botox treatment Injectables

Botox

A non-surgical injectable treatment that temporarily relaxes specific facial muscles to smooth dynamic wrinkles like frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet.

Typical cost $200–$600
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HydraFacial treatment Facials & Skin Care

HydraFacial

A multi-step facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities, and infuses the skin with hydrating serums, all using a patented spiral suction wand in about 30 minutes.

Typical cost $150–$350
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Lip Filler treatment Injectables

Lip Filler

Hyaluronic acid injections that add subtle volume, definition, or hydration to the lips, from a soft natural enhancement to a more sculpted, defined shape.

Typical cost $600–$1,200
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Sculptra treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

Sculptra

A collagen-stimulating injectable that gradually restores facial volume over months, delivering subtle, natural-looking results that can last 2+ years.

Typical cost $800–$1,200
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Masseter Botox treatment Injectables

Masseter Botox

Botox injected into the jaw muscles to slim a square jawline, relieve teeth grinding, and ease TMJ-related tension. One treatment, cosmetic and functional benefits.

Typical cost $400–$800
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Chemical Peel treatment Facials & Skin Care

Chemical Peel

A controlled chemical exfoliation that removes damaged outer skin layers, revealing brighter, smoother, more even skin and improving fine lines, sun damage, acne, and hyperpigmentation.

Typical cost $100–$600
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Laser Tattoo Removal treatment Specialty Treatments

Laser Tattoo Removal

Picosecond and Q-switched lasers that shatter tattoo ink into particles your body clears naturally, the only proven path to removing or meaningfully fading unwanted tattoos.

Typical cost $200–$500
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Morpheus8 treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

Morpheus8

A radiofrequency microneedling treatment that remodels deep skin layers to tighten, smooth texture, and reduce wrinkles, acne scars, and sagging.

Typical cost $700–$1,500
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Kybella treatment Body Contouring

Kybella

An FDA-approved injectable that permanently destroys fat cells under the chin to reduce a double chin without surgery.

Typical cost $600–$1,500
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CoolSculpting treatment Body Contouring

CoolSculpting

A non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that freezes and permanently eliminates stubborn fat cells in areas like the abdomen, flanks, and chin.

Typical cost $600–$1,500
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Dermal Fillers treatment Injectables

Dermal Fillers

Injectable gels (usually hyaluronic acid) that restore lost volume and definition to the cheeks, jawline, smile lines, and under-eye area for a refreshed, lifted look.

Typical cost $600–$1,500
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Emsculpt NEO treatment Body Contouring

Emsculpt NEO

A non-invasive treatment that builds muscle and burns fat at the same time using high-intensity electromagnetic energy combined with radiofrequency heating.

Typical cost $750–$1,200
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Cellulite Treatment treatment Body Contouring

Cellulite Treatment

Energy-based and injectable treatments that smooth cellulite dimpling by remodeling the fibrous bands and skin structure that cause it. Realistic improvement, not airbrushing.

Typical cost $300–$1,500
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Dysport treatment Injectables

Dysport

A fast-acting botulinum toxin injectable that smooths frown lines and forehead wrinkles. Botox's biggest competitor, preferred by many for larger areas.

Typical cost $300–$600
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Skin Tightening treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

Skin Tightening

Non-surgical ultrasound and energy treatments like Ultherapy and Sofwave that lift and firm sagging skin on the face, neck, and brow by stimulating deep collagen.

Typical cost $1,500–$4,500
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Lip Flip treatment Injectables

Lip Flip

A few units of Botox along the upper lip line that relax the muscle and roll the lip subtly outward. Fuller-looking lips with no filler.

Typical cost $80–$250
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PDO Thread Lift treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

PDO Thread Lift

A minimally-invasive lift treatment that uses dissolvable threads to instantly lift sagging skin and stimulate collagen for natural-looking results lasting 12–18 months.

Typical cost $1,500–$4,500
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Laser Skin Resurfacing treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

Laser Skin Resurfacing

A laser treatment that removes or heats damaged skin layers to smooth wrinkles, fade sun damage and scars, and reveal fresher, more even-toned skin.

Typical cost $500–$3,500
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Under-Eye Filler treatment Injectables

Under-Eye Filler

Hyaluronic acid filler placed in the tear trough to smooth under-eye hollows and soften dark circles caused by volume loss, a precision treatment for tired-looking eyes.

Typical cost $600–$1,200
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BBL Photofacial treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

BBL Photofacial

An intense pulsed light treatment that targets sun damage, redness, brown spots, and uneven tone to reveal clearer, more even-toned skin with minimal downtime.

Typical cost $400–$900
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Cheek Filler treatment Injectables

Cheek Filler

Structural hyaluronic acid filler that restores or enhances cheekbone projection, lifting the midface, sharpening light reflection, and indirectly softening under-eye hollows and nasolabial folds.

Typical cost $650–$1,400
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Jawline Filler treatment Injectables

Jawline Filler

Structural filler along the jawline and chin that sharpens definition, balances profiles, and strengthens weak chins, the non-surgical answer to a soft lower face.

Typical cost $800–$2,500
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Ultherapy treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

Ultherapy

The gold-standard focused ultrasound treatment that lifts and tightens skin on the face, neck, and brow by rebuilding collagen at the foundational layer. No needles, no downtime.

Typical cost $1,500–$4,500
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Dermaplaning treatment Facials & Skin Care

Dermaplaning

A gentle exfoliation treatment using a sterile surgical blade to remove dead skin cells and peach fuzz. Instantly smoother, brighter skin and flawless makeup application.

Typical cost $75–$200
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Red Light Therapy treatment Facials & Skin Care

Red Light Therapy

Low-level red and near-infrared light that energizes cellular repair, used for skin rejuvenation, collagen support, inflammation, and recovery, with zero downtime or discomfort.

Typical cost $25–$100
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Microblading & Brow PMU treatment Specialty Treatments

Microblading & Brow PMU

Semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing that builds natural-looking eyebrows (hair-stroke microblading, soft powder brows, or machine nano strokes) lasting 1–2 years.

Typical cost $350–$800
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Spider Vein Treatment treatment Specialty Treatments

Spider Vein Treatment

Sclerotherapy injections and vascular lasers that collapse unwanted spider veins on the legs and face, the two proven methods for clearing visible vessels.

Typical cost $250–$600
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Skin Tag & Mole Removal treatment Specialty Treatments

Skin Tag & Mole Removal

Also called skin tag removal

In-clinic removal of skin tags, benign moles, milia, seborrheic keratoses, and cherry angiomas by snip, freeze, cautery, or laser, usually in minutes, after a check that the growth is what it looks like.

Typical cost $100–$600
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Xeomin treatment Injectables

Xeomin

A neuromodulator in the same class as Botox, purified to contain only the active toxin with no accessory proteins, which is why it is nicknamed the naked Botox. Same uses, similar dosing and duration, and the usual choice for people who have developed resistance to other brands.

Typical cost $10–$16
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Daxxify treatment Injectables

Daxxify

The newest neuromodulator, formulated with a peptide instead of animal-derived proteins and approved on trials showing results lasting around six months for many patients, roughly twice the typical Botox interval. Fewer appointments per year at a higher price per treatment.

Typical cost $8–$14
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Jeuveau treatment Injectables

Jeuveau

A neuromodulator approved specifically for cosmetic use and marketed as the modern alternative to Botox, with comparable results and dosing and often a lower price. Same class, same uses, same three to four month interval.

Typical cost $9–$14
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Radiesse treatment Injectables

Radiesse

A calcium-based filler that provides immediate structure and then stimulates your own collagen as it dissolves, used for the jawline, chin, cheeks, and the backs of the hands, and in diluted form for crepey skin on the body. Firmer than hyaluronic acid fillers and not reversible.

Typical cost $700–$1,200
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Chin Filler treatment Injectables

Chin Filler

Filler placed on the chin to project a recessed chin, lengthen a short one, or balance a profile, in one fifteen-minute treatment lasting a year or more. One of the most face-changing filler treatments for the amount used, and the non-surgical alternative to a chin implant.

Typical cost $700–$1,500
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Trap Botox treatment Injectables

Trap Botox

Botox injected into the trapezius muscles on either side of the neck, which relaxes chronic shoulder tension and, over a few months, slims a thick or rounded shoulder line. One treatment addresses both the tension and the look.

Typical cost $600–$1,200
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Vitamin Injections treatment Wellness & IV Therapy

Vitamin Injections

Quick intramuscular shots of vitamin B12, lipotropic compounds, or vitamin blends, sold at med spas for energy, metabolism, and weight loss support. B12 helps people who are actually low in it; the rest is modest, and the shots are a supplement to a weight program, not a program.

Typical cost $25–$75
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Vaginal Rejuvenation treatment Specialty Treatments

Vaginal Rejuvenation

Non-surgical treatments for laxity, dryness, and mild urinary leakage after childbirth or menopause, using laser or radio-frequency energy inside the vaginal canal or an electromagnetic chair that contracts the pelvic floor. Evidence is stronger for the pelvic floor chair than for the energy devices, and a clinic should say so.

Typical cost $300–$1,200
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Peptide Therapy treatment Wellness & IV Therapy

Peptide Therapy

Prescription injectable peptides, usually growth-hormone-releasing peptides like sermorelin, sold by med spas and wellness clinics for energy, recovery, body composition and sleep. Some are legal, prescribable drugs; many of the most-marketed ones are not, and the difference is the whole decision.

Typical cost $150–$600
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Hormone Replacement Therapy treatment Wellness & IV Therapy

Hormone Replacement Therapy

Also called hrt

Prescription estrogen, progesterone and sometimes testosterone for perimenopause and menopause symptoms, offered at med spas as FDA-approved patches and gels or as compounded "bioidentical" creams and pellets. The FDA lifted its main warnings in 2025 and 2026; the compounded versions are the part to question.

Typical cost $100–$500
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RF Microneedling treatment Skin Tightening & Resurfacing

RF Microneedling

Microneedling that delivers radiofrequency heat through the needle tips into the dermis, so one treatment resurfaces texture and acne scars while tightening mild laxity. Morpheus8 is the best-known brand; Vivace, Potenza, Secret RF, Virtue RF, Genius and Sylfirm X are the same device class.

Typical cost $600–$1,500
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Clinic directory

Med spas & clinics in Columbia

13 listed clinics, ranked by Google rating weighted by how many reviews back it. 8 of them say on their own websites that they offer financing or payment plans.

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RAE Aesthetic, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
5.0 (604) · Google

Financing available

RAE Aesthetic is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 5 stars across 604 Google reviews.

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Adora Aesthetics, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia

Adora Aesthetics

Clarksville · Columbia

4.9 (517) · Google

Financing available

Adora Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 517 Google reviews.

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Beleza Clinic, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.9 (303) · Google

Beleza Clinic is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 303 Google reviews.

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Bridge Surgical Arts, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.9 (288) · Google

Bridge Surgical Arts is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 288 Google reviews.

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Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.9 (281) · Google

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Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 281 Google reviews.

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Cheryl Bansal, MD, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.8 (247) · Google

Financing available

Cheryl Bansal, MD is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.8 stars across 247 Google reviews.

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ProMD Health Columbia, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.7 (239) · Google

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ProMD Health Columbia is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.7 stars across 239 Google reviews.

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Dr. Sarah Mess, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.7 (240) · Google

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Dr. Sarah Mess is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.7 stars across 240 Google reviews.

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Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology, med spa and aesthetic clinic in Columbia
4.6 (792) · Google

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Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology is a medical aesthetics provider in Columbia, Maryland, rated 4.6 stars across 792 Google reviews.

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FAQ

Common questions about med spas in Columbia

Is going to a med spa safe?

Yes, when you pick the right one. Med spas with physician oversight (an MD or DO medical director) and treatments performed by licensed RNs, NPs, PAs, or physicians have a strong safety record. The biggest safety risks come from undertrained operators using aggressive settings, off-brand products, or skipping proper screening. In Columbia, all clinics listed on ClinicCompass include verified Google ratings. Read the review themes (look for consistent mentions of cleanliness, professionalism, and clear communication) before booking.

What should I expect at my first med spa appointment?

Most first visits start with a 20–45 minute consultation (no actual treatment yet). The provider will ask about your goals, medical history, medications, and budget; they'll examine the relevant area and recommend specific treatments. You should leave with a written plan, clear pricing, and realistic expectations of results. If you feel rushed, pressured to commit on the spot, or upsold on treatments you didn't ask about, that's a red flag. Walk away and consult elsewhere.

How long do Botox results last?

Standard Botox lasts 3–4 months for most patients. Daxxify (a newer neurotoxin) can last up to 6 months but costs more. After repeat treatments over 1–2 years, some patients notice results lasting slightly longer as the targeted muscles weaken. Maintenance schedule is typically 3–4 times per year. Most Columbia providers will recommend a personalized cadence based on how your body responds.

What's the difference between Botox and Dysport?

Both are botulinum toxin type A: same active mechanism, slightly different formulations. Dysport tends to onset 1–2 days faster and may spread slightly more (useful for broad areas like the forehead). Botox is more localized (useful for precise areas like around the eyes). Duration is similar (3–4 months for both). Per-unit pricing differs but the per-treatment cost is comparable. The biggest factor in your results is your injector's skill, not the brand.

Does insurance cover med spa treatments?

No, cosmetic treatments are elective and not covered by insurance. The exception: certain medical-grade uses (Botox for chronic migraines or excessive sweating, some lasers for medical skin conditions) may have insurance coverage when prescribed by a physician for medical reasons, not cosmetic. For all standard aesthetic treatments, expect to pay out of pocket. Many Columbia clinics accept HSA/FSA cards and offer financing through Cherry, CareCredit, or Affirm.

What's the difference between Botox and fillers?

Different treatments for different problems. Botox is a neurotoxin that relaxes the muscles causing expression wrinkles (forehead lines, frown lines, crow's feet). It doesn't add volume. Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra) add volume to soft tissue, replacing what aging has depleted in cheeks, jawline, lips, smile lines. Most patients over 35 use BOTH: Botox for the upper face, fillers for the lower face. A consultation will tell you which is right for your specific concerns.