Wrinkles/Botox

Small injections carefully placed by a physician can dramatically improve the furrows and wrinkles on your face. Dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines, forehead creases, and crow’s feet resulting from repeated facial expression can be softened by targeting the specific muscles. Neuromodulators like Botox, Nuceiva, and Xeomin are often used to complement fillers. This no downtime procedure should be administered by an experienced physician. Your consultation will include discussion about whether or not this procedure is appropriate for you.

The cost of a treatment is based on a number of factors, such as size of muscles, strength of muscles, facial area being considered, health of skin, and age.  Because everyone is unique, a complimentary consultation is required before we can provide you with an estimate.

Why do I have wrinkles?

Wrinkles can be caused by constant and repetitive contraction of the fine muscles just underneath the skin (dynamic wrinkles). These wrinkles can become fixed (static wrinkles) over time due to loss of elastic collagen, sun exposure, smoking , genetics, and imbalanced nutrition.

What are Neuromodulators?  

Neuromodulators, like Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Nuceiva are prescription products that contain a highly purified protein called botulinum neuromodulator. 

How do Neuromodulators work?  

Very low doses of a purified protein are injected into the small muscles that cause wrinkles. The injections relax the muscles and limit their ability to contract. The effect is a softening of dynamic and static wrinkles.

What areas can you treat with Neuromodulators? 

Most commonly treated areas are:

• frown lines and forehead wrinkles
• crows feet
• lines around the mouth

Neuromodulators can also be used to lift the brow, corners of the mouth, and contour the jaw-line and neck.

Are they safe?   

Dr. Copeland has had over 15 years experience with neuromodulators for both cosmetic and therapeutic indications. Neuromodulators have been used by doctors for over 30 years for many conditions, including excessive sweating of the underarms, hands and feet (hyperhidrosis), chronic migraines, and conditions caused by excessive muscle contraction. Some of the most common neuromodulator brands are Botox, Xeomin, Nuceiva, and Dysport.  Dr. Copeland only uses Health Canada approved products.

When will I see treatment results? Is it permanent?  

Treatment will begin to work in about 2 to 3 days and continue to improve for up to 14 days. The effect gradually decreases over 3-5 months, at which time lines will begin to reappear. At this point, a repeat injection is all that is required to maintain the effects. Treatment can be stopped at any time without consequence.

Will I still be able to make natural-looking facial expressions?  

Yes. Some individuals worry that neuromodulator treatments may affect their facial expressions when they laugh, smile, or frown. It is a technique-sensitive procedure. When administered by an experienced physician, it will affect only the tiny muscles being directly treated, not the surrounding muscles.

Are there any side effects to treatment?   

In general, side effects occur within the first few days following injection and are not permanent. Although rare and temporary, it is possible to experience headaches, a drooping eyelid, bruising and skin redness. You should not get this treatment if you are allergic to any of its components, including albumin, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How long does a treatment take?  

Treatment is quick; it usually takes just 10 to 15 minutes.

Will there be any downtime after treatment?   

After treatment, you can generally go right back to your normal activities.

A consultation must be the first step in understanding if this service is right for you.  

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Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Similar and/or permanent results are not guaranteed based on the treatment/procedure and may vary from patient to patient, based on multiple factors, including genetics and lifestyle of each patient.  Read Full Disclaimer