Cosmetic Injectables:
BOTOX® (Botulinum Toxin)
BOTOX® (Botulinum Toxin) is the most popular cosmetic treatment among men and women to soften fine lines and wrinkles, creating a more youthful appearance.
How it works:
A fine needle is injected into the facial muscles. This injection blocks the signals from the nerve to the muscle so that it can no longer contract making the wrinkles relax and soften or even disappear completely! The procedure is comfortable with no down time. You will begin to see changes within the first few days of treatment but full effect will be seen at the 12-14 day mark.
What areas can be treated:
Forehead creases
Crow’s feet
Bunny lines
Fine lines in upper lip
Benefits of injections:
Dramatically improves the appearance of wrinkles
Can be used to treat migraines and excessive sweating (see medical treatments)
JUVÉDERM®
JUVÉDERM® dermal filler is a non-surgical injection used to restore facial volume, add contour, smooth fine lines and wrinkles and add volume to lips. JUVÉDERM® is the world’s leading brand of hyaluronic acid (HA) facial fillers.
Results with JUVÉDERM® can last between 9 and 24 months depending on the treatment chosen and the condition of your skin. These products blend into the tissue, which may contribute to the natural look and feel, assessed as a result of treatment.
How it works:
To start, your skin will be cleansed and topical anesthetic will be applied to the treatment areas. A precise amount of filler will be strategically injected into the desired treatment areas. You should be able to see results immediately after the injections. You may experience some mild bruising and swelling, but these will be temporary and should dissipate in the following days after treatment.
What areas can be treated:
Temples
Lips
Chin
Benefits of injections:
Enhanced volume for sunken skin
Replenishes moisture
Safe for all skin types and ethnicities
Increase volume to thin lips
Medical Treatments:
Excessive Sweating:
BOTOX® for hyperhidrosis (aka: excessive sweating)
Hyperhidrosis is a condition that affects the quality of life and self-confidence of those who suffer from it. It can make social situations uncomfortable and lead to avoidance of any situation that may highlight the disorder. Hyperhidrosis can affect the whole body or target specific parts of the body that contain sweat glands, including underarms, hands, feet, scalp or facial areas. While hyperhidrosis may be present at birth, it can occur at any age and often presents during adolescence.
BOTOX® Therapeutic is a purified protein that is injected into the afflicted area to temporarily block the chemical responsible for activating the body’s sweat glands. While in effect, patients are free from the effects of excessive sweating, and studies demonstrate dryness lasting from 4 to 18 months.
Migraines:
Chronic Migraine is defined as 15 or more headache days per month over 3 months, with 8 headache days meeting criteria for migraine with or without aura.
To meet criteria for migraine, the patient experiences two of the following symptoms: Headache on one side of the head only
- Headache throbs or pulses
- Headache is moderate to severe in pain intensity
- Headache is aggravated by, or causes avoidance of, physical activity and is accompanied by either nausea and/or vomiting or sensitivity to light or sound.
- Additionally, the migraine sufferer will have treated their headache with migraine medication prior to the expected development of the symptoms listed above .
BOTOX® for Migraines consists of precise injections into seven muscle groups around the neck and head which are the 2 areas associated with headaches. By reducing muscle action in these 2 nerve-sensitive areas near the brain, symptoms and severity of migraines can be significantly reduced. It is recommended to repeat treatments every few months depending on the individual’s condition.