Neurotoxin (Botox, Dysport, etc.) Q & A

Botox® and Dysport are brand names for an anti-aging product containing botulinum toxin, the same neurotoxin that causes food poisoning. When injected beneath the skin, however, Botox and Dysport block nerve impulses to facial muscles and reduces wrinkles caused by frowning, squinting, smiling, and other facial expressions.

What are the benefits of Neurotoxin (Botox, Dysport, etc.)?

Numerous aesthetics benefits are associated with Neurotoxin injections. Botox & Dysport help combat aging by reducing:

Frown lines
Crow’s feet near your eyes
Forehead creases
Lines near your mouth
Other fine lines and facial wrinkles
A cobblestoned appearance of the chin
Helps to alleviate the symptoms of TMJ
Botox can also be injected to stop excessive sweating (armpits, palms, etc.)

Botox & Dysport injections leave you looking relaxed and “fresh” after active wrinkles get smoothed out by the neurotoxin. Botox & Dysport are a minimally invasive aesthetics treatment that’s fast and painless, with no downtime. It’s a common procedure that’s been safely used in patients for years and is FDA approved.

What should I expect during my neurotoxin appointment?

After a thorough consultation with a certified provider at MD Esthetics, you’ll find out if Botox or another anti-aging procedure best matches your needs. If you’re a good candidate for neurotoxin injections, your provider will map the area for treatment, sterilize the injection sites and inject the area with a very fine tip needle just beneath the skin. The procedure is simple and takes 10-20 minutes once you’re in the exam room.

What happens after treatment?

After Neurotoxin injections, you can return to work right away, but your doctor might recommend you avoid strenuous physical activity until the next day. You may experience temporary side effects, such as:

Swelling at the injection site
Mild redness
Slight bruising

You’ll notice results from Neurotoxin about 5-7 days after the injections. Reduced fine lines and wrinkles last about 3-4 months before you’ll require additional injections to maintain your new youthful appearance. Your provider may recommend additional aesthetics treatments, such as dermal fillers, skin tag removal, or a facial, to refresh your look and meet all of your anti-aging goals.

When you’re ready to look and feel years younger without pain or downtime, schedule a consultation with MD Esthetics by phone or online to find out if Neurotoxin is right for you.