What Are Neuromodulators?
Neuromodulators, like the well-known Botox® and Dysport® treatments, are cosmetic injectables that relax muscles and smooth wrinkles for a younger look. They work by blocking nerve signals that cause muscles to contract, offering a simple, non-surgical way to refresh your appearance.
Botox®
Botox® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium Botulinum bacteria. It has been used for wrinkle therapy since the early 1990s, with no serious side effects documented to date. This brand was the first to synthesize the neurotoxin, now becoming the most commonly used product, including a name synonymous with the treatment itself.
Cosmetic Results
Some common areas treated with Botox include crow’s feet, frown lines, laugh lines, and forehead wrinkles. The toxin can also be injected to weaken the muscles responsible for a “gummy smile,” which can dramatically improve appearance. Injections into muscles that lower the eyebrow or corners of the mouth can produce a temporary brow or lip lift.
Therapeutic Treatments
New uses for the Botulinum toxin include reducing perspiration in the hands and armpits (hyperhidrosis) and relief of headaches.
Botox Can Target:
- Crow’s feet around the eyes
- Frown lines between the eyebrows
- Forehead wrinkles
- “Gummy” smiles by relaxing the upper lip
- Excessive sweating in hands and armpits
- Certain types of headaches
While Botox effectively reduces these signs of aging and specific conditions, it does not permanently alter your features. Instead, it offers a way to enhance your natural beauty, elevate your confidence, and age gracefully with smoother skin and a revitalized appearance.
About the procedure
A small amount of Botulinum toxin is injected into the muscles responsible for creating wrinkles or undesirable facial muscle effects. The toxin temporarily arrests these muscles, causing lines to disappear or diminish dramatically.
Timeline of Results
It usually takes a few days after the injection to notice the wrinkle-smoothing effect. After the first treatment, you may return for follow-up injections. This treatment is quick, and results usually last for three to six months.
Some doctors report that after several treatments, the effect of Botox appears to last longer, often up to several months.
Risks and Side Effects
Complications from botox injections to the upper eyelid include occasional bruising from the injection and a temporary drooping of the eyelid, which rarely occurs after frown line injection. The injected medication is used in extremely small amounts and does not spread throughout the body, so you can return to full activity immediately.
How Much Does it Cost
Starting at $300 + GST
Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections Right For Me?
Anti-wrinkle injections, such as liquid Botox, are suitable for almost anyone. However, you should avoid them if you:
- Are pregnant
- Are breastfeeding
- Have a neurological disease
Achieving and maintaining your ideal weight before undergoing a thigh lift is necessary, as this procedure is not designed to treat obesity. Our team will work with you to develop a pre-surgery plan as needed to ensure we can remove excess skin and fat to enhance your natural contours.
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