Botox® Cosmetic, Dysport®, Xeomin®, Jeuveau™ are FDA approved muscle relaxers that are effective in reducing the signs of aging by weakening targeted muscles
Botox® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA), Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) , and Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA) are called Neuromodulators (neuromuscular blocking agents) . They are FDA approved for treatment of a variety of conditions including the improvement of moderate to severe lines and wrinkles associated with the dynamic muscles of the face. When injected into targeted superficial muscles of the face, the motor nerve/muscle junction is temporarily inactivated. A softening of lines caused by squinting, frowning and raising the eyebrows begins and more youthful, relaxed, and a refreshed you emerges .
During an office visit, a full facial analysis will be conducted to determine whether one of these agents is right for you. All the agents work similarly to smooth and relax lines and wrinkles of targeted facial muscles. If you have had prior facial surgery of any kind, this will need to be disclosed, as anatomical landmarks may have been repositioned.
A very fine and short needle is used to gently inject the agent and therefore produces minimal to no pain. Ice is generally applied prior, which acts as a numbing agent and also reduces the risk of bruising.
You should NOT use any of these agents
You should NOT use any of these agents
These agents are FDA approved and are considered safe. The most common side effects are discomfort, temporary bruising, swelling and redness at the injection sites. Headaches have been reported in some individuals whose forehead lines have been treated. Cold compresses and Tylenol/Acetaminophen will usually help relieve these symptoms.
Adverse reactions are uncommon, however have been reported. You should immediately call or seek immediate help if you experience any breathing , swallowing or speaking difficulties.
You can expect to see softening and relaxation of the targeted muscles within 3-4 days following treatment. It usually takes two weeks to see full results. Know that results are individually based and can last 3-4 months.
Botox®, Dysport®, and Xeomin® are used to commonly treat the following conditions:
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