Neurotoxins

What Areas Are Treatable?

Frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead creases are commonly treated areas of concern. Other areas treated with great success are gummy smiles, bunny lines (lines on the bridge of your nose), and thick bands in the neck.

Neurotoxins can soften a square jawline, lift the corners of the mouth, and refine lip lines without creating a frozen appearance. Treatments are fully customizable, allowing your provider to preserve natural facial movement while restoring harmony and balance to your facial expressions.

Cobblestone chin and even excessive underarms, hands, or feet sweating (hyperhidrosis) can be successfully alleviated. This treatment does not have to be all or nothing; we can do it without causing the dreaded “frozen look.”

Benefits of Cosmetic Neurotoxins

Neurotoxins are safe and FDA-approved, giving you a natural and refreshed look, a positive appearance, and a more youthful and relaxed face. It is a quick and effective treatment that takes only 15-20 minutes.

There is little discomfort during the procedure; this minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment requires no anesthesia and takes only a few days to see excellent improvements.

Results last three to six months, and repeated injections can even cause muscle memory to develop, thus enhancing the effects. At Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, our trained physicians and injectors are committed to ensuring you get the best results.

Types of Neurotoxins

At the time of writing, there are four neurotoxins on the market today that are FDA-approved: Botox, and Dysport. These neurotoxins are all neuromodulators that relax the “wrinkle muscles.” Although different companies make them, they are very similar to each other.

Botox, made by Allergan, has established itself as a critical player in the neurotoxin market and is the most recognized brand. It is FDA-approved to treat forehead wrinkles, glabellar lines, and crow’s feet.

Dysport, headquartered in Switzerland, comes from Galderma and is used for the forehead and other large areas of the body because it spreads to a broader surface area. Dysport is preferred in these areas for this reason.

Some patients see results of using Dysport in just 24 hours, an onset of one or two days earlier than Botox, but both last approximately an equal amount of time. We use Botox and Dysport in our practice.

Sources:
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic – Botox Treatments page
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic – Dysport Treatments page

Who is a Candidate for Treatment?

If you want a younger, more refreshed look, neurotoxins are a quick remedy to achieve your desired look. Facial expressions over time can form into wrinkles and make you look angry and tired even though you are not. If you want a younger, more refreshed look, neurotoxins are a quick, safe remedy to achieve your desired look.

If you wish to prevent the onset of lines and wrinkles or remove wrinkles that have already formed, our experienced and trained physicians can create a plan to give you the results you desire.

Pre Care Instructions

• Avoid blood thinning medications such as, aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve, Motrin, vitamin E, fish oil, St. John’s Wart and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory products one week prior to treatment to help decrease bruising.  
• Avoid alcohol 24 hours before treatment to reduce bruising. 
• You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.  

Post Care Instructions

• It is normal to have localized swelling and redness at injection site immediately after treatment. 
• With any injection there is always the possibility of bruising. Arnica cream can be applied after injections to help bruising heal faster.  
• DO NOT massage, touch, or press on the injection site. Avoid hard pressure (facials, massage, tight fitting hats or headbands, etc.) on the injection sites for 24 hours. 
• Avoid makeup for up to 4 hours after treatment. 
• Avoid hot tubs and saunas for 24 hours after treatment. 

We strongly recommend medical grade products for your daily skin care regimen to help with overall skincare goals.