nEUROTOXINS

It depends on several factors including: which area(s) you are trying to treat (11s, forehead, crow’s feet, smoker's lines, etc), the strength of your facial muscles, and how deep your existing lines are. We recommend a complimentary consultation with our aesthetic nurse to create a plan that is right for you.

Most patients say it feels like a tiny pinch. The needle is quite small, goes in smoothly, and the neurotoxin is injected quickly. All of this results in minimal pain. No numbing agents are used for this treatment.

There’s virtually zero downtime with these treatments. Neurotoxins are often referred to as a “lunchtime procedure,” since most patients return directly to work or normal activity immediately. Some redness and swelling may occur at the injection sites, but it usually subsides within a few minutes. Very rarely, patients may experience minor bruising.

Results last around 3-6 months, depending on the location of the treatment, your muscle activity and your body’s individual response.

While Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Xeomin® are all neurotoxin injectables used to treat and prevent wrinkles, their chemical compositions differ slightly. Your aesthetic nurse will educate you on the differences & allow you to choose which product you’d prefer to use.

Neurotoxin injections are very common, low risk procedures. Headaches, minor bruising, and swelling at the injection site are the most reported side effects, although are quite rare. As with any treatment there are always risks, however, your aesthetic nurse will cover all bases prior to treatment.

• Avoid:

  • Alcohol and caffeine for 24 hours prior to treatment

  • Retin-A, Tretinoin, and Retinoids for 3 days prior to treatment

  • NSAIDS (i.e. Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Celebrex), Fish oil, Gingko Biloba, St. John's Wort and high doses of Vitamin E for 1 week prior to procedure

• Best Practices:

  • Arrive with clean, make-up free skin, if possible

  • Start Arnica tablets 1 day prior to the treatment to decrease the potential for bruising

  • Schedule your neurotoxin treatment at least 2 weeks prior to any important event

  • Schedule dental appointments 2 weeks prior or 2 weeks following any treatment

  • Patients who are pregnant or nursing are not eligible for neurotoxin treatment

• Commitment from the patient:

  • Contact your aesthetic nurse immediately with any questions/concerns

  • Schedule and attend your 2 week post procedure follow up appointment

• Be Prepared:  

  • To sleep on your back with head elevated for 1-2 days to prevent neurotoxin migration

• Avoid:

  • Make-up immediately following the procedure

  • Massaging or touching any treated areas, including application of serums/moisturizers, etc. for 4-6 hours post treatment

  • Exercise for 24 hours - walking is okay

  • Extreme heat or cold for 24 hours

  • Alcohol and caffeine for 24 hours

  • Lying flat for 4 hours post treatment

  • Retin-A, Tretinoin, and Retinoids for 1 week after treatment

  • NSAIDS (i.e. Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Celebrex), Fish oil, Gingko Biloba, St. John's Wort and high doses of Vitamin E for 3 days after treatment

  • Facials, microdermabrasion, microneedling, laser treatments, etc. for 2 weeks after treatment

• Best Practices:

  • Develop and maintain a daily skin care regimen

  • Apply sunscreen daily

  • Schedule dental appointments 2 weeks after treatment

Follow Up:

Botox/Dysport/Xeomin/Jeuveau will start to work in 2-7 days & peak in about 14 days. Do not love it or hate it for 14 days! It is important to attend your 14 day follow up appointment to evaluate the neurotoxin effectiveness. You may choose to purchase additional neurotoxin, if needed. Additional neurotoxin will not be injected until after 14 days to avoid overcorrection.