Neuromodulators

Botox & Dysport

Botox Cosmetic and Dysport injections are nonsurgical cosmetic treatments to safely relax the muscles that create wrinkles. Most physically healthy, non-smokers are good candidates for Botox/Dysport injections. Injections are easily tolerated and the appointment takes only 15 minutes.

How It Works

Naturally occurring proteins are injected by our medical professionals to relax specific facial muscles. The most common areas treated are frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. Results are typically seen in 5-7 days and last 3-4 months. We believe in softening expression lines with a conservative and subtle approach and will never leave you looking “frozen.”

Common Questions

Have a question? Here you’ll find detailed and friendly answers to all the questions that our customers commonly ask us.

Pre-Care Treatment

This treatment is not recommended if you have an important event within 2 weeks of injection due to potential for bruising.
Avoid herbal supplements such as Ginko, green tea and anti-inflammatories of any kind for 2 weeks before and following treatment to limit bruising.
For the first 5-6 hours following Botox/Dysport/Xeomin, remain upright and periodically perform facial movements in the areas of injections in order to work theBotox/Dysport/Xeomin into themuscle – e.g., smile, squint, etc.

Post Care Treatment

Do not participate in activities that include heavy lifting, vigorous exercise or straining for 2-3 hours (it takes approximately 2-3 hours for Botox/Dysport/Xeomin to bind to the nerve and you do not want to increase circulation during that time). Do not rub, touch, or manipulate Botox/Dysport/Xeomin for 6 hours.
Makeup may be applied gently before leaving the office, remember to wipe up and away from your eyes or brows.
Bruising in the area injected is normal and often expected, especially if treated around the eyes. Bruising can last up to several weeks. Using/taking Arnica may help diminish bruising. It may take up to 12 days for Botox/Dysport/Xeomin to take full effect.
A follow up visit at 10 days to 2 weeks is suggested to assess results for subsequent treatments, particularly if you are a first time client. If full correction is not achieved, you will need to purchase additional Botox/Dysport/Xeomin for injection.
If your upper lip was treated you will not be able to drink through a straw, whistle, or enunciate some words for approximately 2 weeks.
Although rare, infection in the injected area is possible. Signs of infection may include redness and tenderness in the infected area and fever. Should you develop an infection, antibiotics may be necessary. Please contact us should you have any concerns.

Contraindications

Allergy to botulinum toxin A include the following conditions:

Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Disorder of the peripheral nerves that cause movement
Myasthenia gravis
Progressive muscle weakness with carcinoma
Condition where one object appears as two or more objects
Double vision
Blurred vision
Food poisoning
Drooping of the upper eyelid
Infection of lung from inhaling stomach contents
Decreased lung function
Voice disorder
Hoarseness
Difficulty speaking
Trouble breathing
Difficulty swallowing
Problems with bladder control