Aging affects the body in various ways, and your skin is no exception. Many adults turn to neurotoxins to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. FDA-approved neurotoxin treatments, such as Botox, Dysport, Jeauveau, and Xeomin, can help smooth frown lines and wrinkles for up to four months.
Purpose
Facial lines are often a result of natural changes in the skin, collagen reduction, and repeated muscle contractions from activities like smiling, frowning, squinting, or raising eyebrows. Neurotoxins work by temporarily reducing muscle activity in targeted areas, smoothing out these lines. Common treatment areas include between the eyebrows, on the forehead, around the mouth, and beside the eyes.
Candidates
Facial lines develop at different rates for everyone. If the lines start to bother you, it may be time to consult with an experienced professional like Dr. Bernard Raskin in Bakersfield. The right time for neurotoxin treatment is not determined by age, but by the severity of your wrinkles. Both men and women can be candidates for neurotoxin treatments, but since they don’t work for all types of wrinkles, it’s best to seek professional advice to determine your best options.
Procedure
It’s essential to receive neurotoxin treatments from a licensed, trained professional using safe materials and techniques. The procedure is tailored to your goals and condition. The injections typically take about ten minutes and are described as feeling like a pinch. Ice or topical numbing cream may be used to minimize discomfort. Keep in mind that neurotoxin treatments are not permanent, and the lines will likely return over time if treatment is stopped.
Side Effects
Although rare, some people may experience side effects such as bruising, weakness, facial asymmetry, eyelid drooping, loss of muscle tone, double vision, headache, nausea, or muscle paralysis in the treated area.
Results
One of the advantages of neurotoxin treatments is minimal downtime. You can resume normal activities right away. Results are usually visible within a couple of weeks and last up to four months. Dr. Bernard Raskin in Bakersfield can help plan your next neurotoxin session based on your specific results and aesthetic goals.