Cosmetic Rx.

The onset of forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and crow’s feet are common problems for men and women as they age. At our clinic, we use injectable botulinum toxin to block the signal from the nerve to the muscles, ultimately resulting in a reduction of muscle activity and temporarily preventing contraction of the muscles that cause lines and wrinkles. Within several days of the treatment, a smoothing out of fine lines and wrinkles may be achieved.

Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin are some common brand names for the same chemical which is botulinum toxin.
Botulinum toxin is a chemical used to block the neurotransmitters and eventually leads to the relaxation of the muscles that leads to smoothening of wrinkles.

Neuromodulators, such as Botox®, Dysport®, and Xeomin® are most commonly used to treat and prevent forehead creases, frown lines, crow’s feet, and fine lines. Treatments generally take just 10-20 minutes, although treatment times vary from person to person. Treatments should be spaced at least 90 days apart.

People with dynamic wrinkles (that are seen when muscles contract to make expressions) have the most improvement with treatment. People with static wrinkles (that are seen when the face is relaxed) also have improvement, but the results are slower.

Prior to treatment our expertly trained doctors will discuss your treatment goals and perform a facial analysis to determine which areas need to be treated. Some patients who have received neuromodulator treatments indicate that the injections feel like a pinch.
Following treatment, patients experience little more than pinpoint redness around treatment sites, which can be easily concealed with a complimentary mineral makeup touchup. Results take effect, subtly and gradually, between three and 14 days of treatment. There is minimal downtime with neuromodulator treatment so you can return to your daily activities after you leave our office.

Side effects are rare but can include drooping of the upper eyelid or eyebrow. These symptoms go away on their own or can be improved with medicated eye drops or botulinum toxin injection in nearby muscles. Some bruising and swelling can also occur. Ice may be applied for 10 to 15 minutes every few hours until bruises go away.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should not get treatment. If you have a disease of the nerves or muscles, you also may not want to get treatment; your doctor can evaluate you to see if you are a candidate.
We take great care to make Botox injections painless for our patients. When the injection begins, you may feel a slight stinging sensation, but it will quickly subside.