Skin Treatments in San Clemente, CA
Bringing Skincare and Wellness together
People who suffer from chronic migraines know the debilitating pain. These headaches cause severe pain that can last for hours, or even days, and cause sensitivity to light and noise, nausea and vomiting, blurred vision and lightheadedness. They can interrupt your relationships and hobbies and cause you to miss work. There are many different treatment options, including medications and injections.
Injections are appropriate for people who are 18 or older and have headaches 15 days or more per month, eight of which meet diagnostic criteria for migraine headache.
HOW NEUROTOXINS WORK
Neurotoxins prevent nerves from sending electrical signals to the surrounding muscles, rendering them unable to contract. This results in the immediate improvement of fine lines and wrinkles, in addition to the prevention of additional wrinkles from forming.
SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE
Neurotoxins are extremely effective for the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. These injections are used by men and women nationwide to achieve their aesthetic goals and rejuvenate their appearance. According to the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, “neurotoxin treatments are the most popular single cosmetic procedure in the U.S.”
The most commonly treated areas of the face include the area between the eyebrows, which is often referred to as the “11 lines,” or the “glabellar complex,” the forehead, and around the eyes. Other areas that can be treated with neurotoxins are the corners of the mouth, chin, jawline, and neck. All neurotoxin products contain the active ingredient botulinum toxin and have been approved by the FDA for safe and effective usage.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT NEUROTOXIN FOR YOU
WHAT ARE NEUROTOXINS?
Neurotoxins are a type of cosmetic injectable made up of a purified protein produced by the clostridium botulinum bacterium. The product is injected into the skin and muscles using a fine gauge needle and works by blocking signals from the nerves to the muscles, thereby preventing muscle contraction. It’s the contracting of these muscles that can cause signs of aging like frown lines, crow’s feet, or forehead lines. Neurotoxins can help to reduce, prevent, and treat these wrinkles.
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BENEFITS OF NEUROTOXINS
FDA-approved Injectable neurotoxins can treat signs of aging, restore youth, as well as improve the symptoms of other medical conditions. These can include:
Facial lines and wrinkles
Migraines
Neck spasms
Excessive sweating
Overactive bladder
Lazy eye
Treat TMJ
Relax protruding neckbands
Neurotoxins are also great because they are fast-acting, showing results in only 3-14 days. They are compatible with all skin types and can be used in conjunction with other treatments.
AM I A CANDIDATE FOR NEUROTOXINS?
Anyone looking to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on their face should seek treatment in the form of neurotoxins. Those with an allergy to botulinum toxin A are not candidates for neurotoxin injections as they can cause a severe reaction. Those who are pregnant are also advised not to receive neurotoxin injections.
All neurotoxins can be administered according to the specific needs of my patients and the dose can be adjusted based on the patient’s metabolism or their individual desires for treatment. The recommended dosage typically lasts between 3 to 4 months, however, some of my patients prefer a lighter dose and come in more frequently, while others prefer a stronger dose, for a longer lasting result.
Botulinum Neurotoxin
It is generally the most well-known neurotoxin treatment since it was the first to gain FDA approval in the U.S. It also has a longer history than other brands of neurotoxins. It is manufactured by Allergan, which is the same company that makes the Juvederm family of dermal fillers.
DYSPORT
Dysport works in a similar fashion to others and was the next neurotoxin on the U.S. market. It’s manufactured by Galderma, which is the same company that makes the Restylane family of products.
XEOMIN
Xeomin also works to smooth both shallow and more pronounced facial lines the same way Botoulinum does. This neurotoxin is manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, the same company that makes Radiesse and Belotero Balance dermal fillers. Xeomin has no protein carrier like Botulinum and Dysport do, which may help patients delay the development of a tolerance to the product.
RESULTS AND RECOVERY
It will take around 1-2 weeks for the full results of your Xeomin, or Dysport treatment to show. In the first 5-6 hours after recovery, you are advised not to engage in any strenuous activity, nor should you lay directly on the treatment site as this can cause the product to shift to unwanted areas. Slight swelling and tenderness may occur, but this will go down after about a day.
HOW LONG DO NEUROTOXINS LAST?
Every patient is different depending on his or her metabolism of neurotoxins. Most patients find their injections last around 3-4 months. Some patients metabolize injections faster than others, leaving them with effects for 2-3 months, while others have the amazing benefit for up to 6 months. Over time can fatigue the muscle allowing for less movement after it wears off, allowing more time between injections.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR NEUROTOXINS TO START WORKING?
It takes about 7-14 days to see the best results.
WILL THERE BE ANY DOWNTIME AFTER NEUROTOXIN INJECTIONS?
Post-injection, you should expect a little bit of swelling and slight redness, which usually goes away in a matter of hours. Avoiding heavy exercise, salty foods, and alcohol will help to avoid excessive swelling.
WILL I NEED TO CONTINUE NEUROTOXIN INJECTIONS FOREVER?
Most patients love the way they look after Neurotoxin injections, but it is not necessary to continue the treatment forever if you wish to stop.
ABOUT
Injected into skin and muscles by using a small needle
Prevents, reduces, and treats facial wrinkles and fine lines
Takes up to 1-2 weeks to take full effect
Made of purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium
Works by blocking signals from the nerves to the muscles, thereby preventing muscle contraction
The number of injections depends on the treatment area and muscle strength
Administered by our, Physician’s assistant, (PA), Nurse Practitioner, (FNP), or registered nurses (RN)
Also used to treat migraines, neck spasms, excessive sweating, overactive bladder, and lazy eye
Used to relax the neck bands that might protrude regularly.
BENEFITS
Fast-acting (3-14 days)
Results last about 3 months
Effective on all skin types and pigmentations
FDA-approved
May be used in conjunction with other treatments.
