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About Botox

Botox is manufactured by Allergan and is one of the most well known cosmetic treatment to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. The most common areas that botox is used to treat are forehead lines, crow’s feet, and around the lips ( gummy smiles, lip flip). Besdies wrinkle relaxing, Botox has a variety of other usages helping to treat conditions such as: Severe sweating, overactive bladder, cervical dystonia, strabismus, blepharospasm, and chonic migraines.

Frequently Asked Questions

To give Botox time to take its full effect, you will want to schedule your apptointments at least two weeks prior to any speical or important event. Your Botox appointment can last as little as twenty minutes, and you can expect three to ten injections per treatment are. Your injections will
feel like a mild pinch, and you injector will use a very small needle to minimize pain and bruising. Post treatment, you can expect little to no recovery downtime. With one of the most rapid reponse times of any injectable treatments, most people will begin to see initial results from
Botox within 1 week of treatment and full results after two weeks. To see the best results from Botox or any neuromodulator injection, a combination treatment will likely be recommended. For brighter, reneved skin texture, combine Botox with microneeding or a chemical peel. To target volume, structure, and various other concerns, combine Botox with dermal fillers. Since everyone has unique anatomy and concerns, our providers work closely with each patient to meet their aethetic goals. Schedule an assessment with one of our injectors to determine the right treatment plan for you!

Botox is an injectable medication, classified as a neuromodolutator, uses a toxin called onobotulinumtoxinA to block chemical signals from nerves that would normally cause the injected muscle or muscles to contract. Botox is used to reduce the appearance of lines. Specifically targetting facial expressions such as smiling, frowning, squinting, and even chewing wrinkles. As the injected muscles relax, the skin above becomes smoother. Other injectable neuromodulators include Dysport and Xeomin

Botox will typically last between 3-6 months, varying from person to person.

You may be a candidate for Botox if you are an adult with one or more of the following concerns: Smile lines, crow’s feet, glabellar or & eleven & lines, forehead lines. You should not have Botox if you are pregnant or nursing, if you have a history of any neuromuscular disease such as multiple sclerosis, or if you have a history of any other disorder that may increase the risk of complications with Botox injection. To find out if you are a candidate for Botox injections, schedule a consultation with one of our qualified injection specialists.

Frequently Asked Questions

To give dysport time to take its full effect, you will want to schedule your apptointments at least two weeks prior to any speical or important event. Your Dysport appointment can last as little as twenty minutes, and you can expect three to ten injections per treatment are. Your injections will
feel like a mild pinch, and you injector will use a very small needle to minimize pain and bruising. Post treatment, you can expect little to no recovery downtime. With one of the most rapid reponse times of any injectable treatments, most people will begin to see initial results from
Dysport within 2-4 days of treatment and full results after two weeks. To see the best results from Dysport or any neuromodulator injection, a combination treatment will likely be recommended. For brighter, reneved skin texture, combine Dysport with microneeding or a chemical peel. To target volume, structure, and various other concerns, combine Dysport with dermal fillers. Since everyone has unique anatomy and concerns, our providers work closely with each patient to meet their aethetic goals. Schedule an assessment with one of our injectors to determine the right treatment plan for you!

Dysport is an injectable medication, classified as a neuromodolutator, which is used to reduce the appearance of lines by limiting movement of muscles at the injection site. As the injected muscles relax, the skin above becomes smoother. Other injectable neuromodulators include Botox and Xeomin. Dysport is manufactured by Galderma Aesthetics. Dysport is a non- invasive treatment that temporarily decreases muslce movements in targeted areas by blocking nerve signals to the muscles. This decreased muscle movement helps to soften the appearance of wrinkles and lines in the treated area.

Dysport will typically last up to 5 months.

You may be a candidate for Dyport if you are an adult with one or more of the following concerns: Smile lines, crow& #39;s feet, glabellar or & eleven& lines, forehead lines. You should not have Dysport if you are pregnant or nursing, if you have a history of any neuromuscular disease such as multiple sclerosis, or if you have a history of any other disorder that may increase the risk of complications with Dysport injection. To find out if you are a candidate for Dysport injections, schedule a consultation with one of our qualified injection specialists.

About Botox

Botox is manufactured by Allergan and is one of the most well known cosmetic treatment to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. The most common areas that botox is used to treat are forehead lines, crow’s feet, and around the lips ( gummy smiles, lip flip). Besdies wrinkle relaxing, Botox has a variety of other usages helping to treat conditions such as: Severe sweating, overactive bladder, cervical dystonia, strabismus, blepharospasm, and chonic migraines.

About Xeomin

Xeomin is an injectable botulinum toxin type A treatment used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, especially in the forehead area. By temporarily freezing the injected muscles, Xeomin helps smooth and prevent wrinkles over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Xeomin treatments can last as little as 15 minutes and require little to no downtime. Your provider will use a very small needle to avoid discomfort. Results are visible within three to seven days of treatment and last approximately three months.

Similar to Botox and Dysport, the active ingredient in Xeomin is botulinum toxin type A, which temporarily blocks nerve signals to the affectged muscles, causing any superficial wrinkles to smooth and relax over time. Sometimes referred to as, & naked Botox, Xeomin is unique because it is formulated with no additives.

Results will typically last three months with a full treatment. Results vary from patient to patient, as well as among treatment areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Restylane Kysse treatments can last as little as 30 minutes and require little to no downtime. We offer the option of a topical lidocaine or a dental block to decrease pain. If you do not want that option, Restylane kysse does come with lidocaine. The most common side effects are swelling and bruising. There is a chance of other side effects such as pain or soreness at the injection site, or allergic reaction. Serious complications, such as vessel compromise, stroke, blindness are rare but possible.

Restylane Kysse, a hyaluronic acid filler designed to give smooth and plump lips. Restylane
Kysse is a gel implant (dermal filler) injected into specific areas of facial tissue. It consists of
crosslinked hyaluronic acid made by a species of bacteria and formulated to a concentration of 20mg/mL with 3mg/ml of the drug lidocaine hydrochloride as a numbing agent. Restylane kysse temporarily adds volume and fullness.

You may be a candidate for Restylane Kysse if you are an adult with one or more of the following concerns: thin lips and asymmetrical lips. You should not have Restylane if you have a history of severe allergies that lead to anaphylaxis, multiple severe allergies, allergies to gram- positive bacterial proteins, and allergies to lidocaine.

Results will typically last six to twelve months with a full treatment. Results vary from patient to patient.

About Restylane Kysse

Restylane Kysse is an FDA approved lip filler that was approved in April 2020 and released in May 2020. Restylane Kysse is used for lip enhancement and correction of upper lip lines (correct perioral lip lines, enhance lip shape and structure, and improve the corners of the mouth). Restylane Kysse, a hyaluronic acid filler designed to give smooth and plump lips. Restylane Kysse is FDA approved to last up to 48 weeks. The FDA clinical trial found that approx. two/thirds of physicians and almost 80% of patients saw results even up to 1 year after treatment.

Restylane Kysse is the third Restylane filler to use Xpres Han technology, making it a great filler for those looking for a natural look around the lips.

About Restylane Lyft

Restylane Lyft is a dermal filler injected under the (facial) skin that has been on the market since 2015. Once in place, it helps produce more dramatic lifting while still maintaining, natural looking results. Restylane Lyft is a great option for patients seeking visible lifting of the jowls and cheek areas, smoothing smile lines, and adding volume to the backs of hands.

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll likely start seeing the effects of Restylane Lyft shortly after the procedure. Restylane Lyft works quickly to plump up the skin, though the full effects may not be noticeable for a few days. You can return to most of your normal activities following Restylane Lyft treatments, but your doctor may advise against working out for 48 hours. You should also avoid excessive sun
exposure.

Restylane Lyft consists of individual injections that contain hyaluronic acid, lidocaine, and water. The combination of HA and water creates a plumping effect, which adds volume beneath your skin upon injection. This helps to temporarily smooth out wrinkles in the target area. Future follow-up treatments are necessary to help maintain these effects. The addition of lidocaine in Restylane Lyft helps to minimize any pain during the procedure. This can also help save time, as you won’t need to wait for a separate pain reliever to take effect before each treatment.

You may be a candidate for Restylane Lyft if you are an adult with one or more of the following concerns: fill middle to deep skin depressions folds that form around your nose and extend down to the corners of your mouth (laugh lines). You should not have Restylane Lyft if you have a history of allergic or hypersensitive to any component of the product (for instance, cross- linked hyaluronic acid or lidocaine), history of a severe form of diabetes mellitus, autoimmune disorder, or poor blood clotting, if a patient undergoes any incompatible treatments (chemical peel), patient is predisposed to excessive scarring, if you have any change in your vision, if you have any skin sores, pimples, rashes, hives, cysts or infections (should be postponed until healing is complete), and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Restylane Lyft injectable gel is designed to temporarily help counter this by smoothing out these wrinkles and folds and restoring a natural, soft look to your face. Restylane Lyft has been shown to maintain this effect approximately eight to ten months. Your individual results may vary. Your doctor will recommend follow up treatments after this time frame so you can maintain your desired results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Restylane Refyne is injected into the facial skin through a small needle to smooth facial wrinkles and folds (laugh lines), resulting in a more youthful appearance of the skin. For most patients, the procedure only takes 15 – 30 minutes. Common side effects seen after receiving the injection: swelling, bruising, lumps/ bump formation, pain/ tenderness, itching, and redness. Most side effects are mild and disappear within one to two weeks.

Restylane Refyne is made out of hyaluronic acid – a naturally occurring sugar, found in the body that gives the skin moisture, volume, and elasticity – and a small amount of lidocaine, which is a commonly used local anesthetic to numb the skin. Restylane Refyne is made using a manufacturing process called XpresHAn TechnologyTM, which creates a smooth, injectable gel that can give your skin a natural, soft look. Neither Restylane & Restylane Silk, Restylane Lyft contain animal proteins. Since neither is created from an animal source, there is little chance of allergic reaction and no testing is required prior to injection. The formulas are highly biocompatible and will metabolize with your body.

You may be a candidate for Restylane Refyne if you are an adult with one or more of the following concerns: fill middle to deep skin depressions folds that form around your nose and extend down to the corners of your mouth (laugh lines). You should not have Restylane Refyne if you have a history of allergic or hypersensitive to any component of the product (for instance, cross- linked hyaluronic acid or lidocaine), history of a severe form of diabetes mellitus, autoimmune disorder, or poor blood clotting, if a patient undergoes any incompatible treatments (chemical peel), patient is predisposed to excessive scarring, if you have any change in your vision, if you have any skin sores, pimples, rashes, hives, cysts or infections (should be postponed until healing is complete), and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Restylane Refyne injectable gel is designed to temporarily help counter this by smoothing out these wrinkles and folds and restoring a natural, soft look to your face. Restylane Refyne has been shown to maintain this effect approximately six to eight months and up to 12 months.

About Restylane Refyne

Restylane Refyne is a FDA approved cosmetic dermal filler injected under the (facial) skin. Once in place, it helps smooth away your “laugh lines” – the wrinkles and folds that may form at the sides of your nose and run down toward the corners of your mouth.