At Proper Eu Medical & Aesthetics Center in Grand Rapids, MI, we know that living with wrinkles is anything but ideal. For that reason, we offer several differents types of neuromodulators such as Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin muscle relaxers. Neuromodulators are strategically injected at vary low levels to decrease muscle movement. This helps to prevent future wrinkle formations or stop it when used as preventive treatment.
A Variety of Neuromodulators to choose from in grand rapids, mi
Neuromodulators are cosmetic injectables that treat expression lines and muscular-related pain at the source. They contain an active ingredient called botulinum toxin, a type of neurotoxin. When administered to the muscles in the desired treatment area, they work by blocking communication between the brain, nerve signals, and muscles to prevent muscular contractions. In doing so, they act as wrinkle reduction treatments and can restore a smooth, youthful complexion.
What Is a Neurotoxin?
A neurotoxin is an active ingredient in a wrinkle reduction injectable. It blocks communication between nerve signals and muscles to prevent muscular contractions. It targets the source of expression lines by relaxing the muscles responsible for repetitive muscular movements that create wrinkles over time as the skin thins.
THE BENEFITS OF WRINKLE REDUCTION INJECTABLES
THEY’RE SAFE
One of the many benefits of wrinkle reduction injectables like Botox and Xeomin is that they’re safe. There have been so many different clinical studies, trials, and tests to prove the efficacy and safety of these injectables. They provide a safe way to smooth wrinkles and treat muscle-related pain.
TREATMENT TIMES ARE QUICK
When you begin a treatment plan with either one of these injectables, you won’t have to worry about spending hours at our office during your appointment. Instead, you’ll be in and out within 20 minutes, making this treatment the perfect lunch break appointment.
THEY’RE EFFECTIVE
Unlike many topical products that promise to smooth wrinkles yet rarely deliver results, both of these injectables work. They will smooth your minor, moderate, or severe wrinkles, alleviate muscle-related pain, and help you achieve your cosmetic goals.
THEY’RE FAST-ACTING AND LONG LASTING
Both of these injectables are fast-acting and deliver results within a week’s time. Once you undergo the injection process, you’ll see results relatively quickly and will be able to enjoy them for several months at a time. Regular follow-up visits will help you maintain your aesthetic and aging-related goals long-term.
SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR WRINKLES
Whether you want to treat wrinkles or muscular-related pain, we can help you reach your goals and live wrinkle-free, pain-free, or sweat-free. These neuromodulators provide an effective solution to erase expression lines and treat other concerns. Our expert injector can meet with you to evaluate your area of concern and then create a safe and effective treatment plan with a wrinkle relaxer that’s right for you. Contact us at Proper Eu Medical & Aesthetics Center today to schedule your consultation.
BOTOX: THE ULTIMATE WRINKLE RELAXER
Botox is the most popular wrinkle relaxer in the cosmetic world. It’s been smoothing lines and wrinkles on the muscular level for over 20 years and has helped millions of men and women maintain a smooth and youthful-looking appearance. It’s become a household name and a go-to for those who want to maintain their youthful glow.
WHAT IT TREATS
This particular neuromodulator is FDA-approved to treat some of the most common expression lines. It can smooth crow’s feet at the outer corners of the eyes, frown lines between the eyebrows, and forehead lines. While it is most commonly used for aesthetic concerns, it can also treat some health-related concerns and conditions that cause pain, including TMJ pain, migraine pain, and hyperhidrosis.
EXPRESSION LINES
If you choose Botox to smooth one or more areas of your face defined by expression lines, your injector will administer several quick and virtually painless injections into the muscles responsible for your wrinkles. While you won’t see immediate improvements in the appearance of those wrinkles when you walk out of your appointment, the neurotoxin in this injectable will immediately begin working to block the communication between the nerve signals and the muscles.
It will relax those muscles and, in doing so, eventually, smooth your wrinkles. You’ll see an improvement in the appearance of your treatment area within three to four days, but it may take up to a week to notice visible improvements. Results will last anywhere from three to six months, and regular follow-up treatments will help you maintain your results long-term.
TMJ PAIN
TMJ pain results from many different factors, but this particular injectable provides an effective way to alleviate that pain by relaxing the muscles in the jaw. One of the most common reasons for TMJ pain is tight jaw muscles. Botox injections into the jaw muscle can help relax the muscles and, in doing so, alleviate TMJ pain.
MIGRAINE PAIN
This injectable can also alleviate migraine pain. When injected into some specific areas around the head, it can block neurotransmitters and, in doing so, prevent those with migraines from experiencing the pain signals. Those who suffer from migraines may find an effective form of pain relief by adding this injectable to the treatment plan.
HYPERHIDROSIS
Hyperhidrosis is a condition that leads to excessive sweating from the armpits. We can inject Botox into some specific areas of the armpit to prevent the sweat glands from overproducing sweat. This injectable provides an effective way to combat this embarrassing condition and restore a sense of normalcy to your life.
XEOMIN: THE SOLUTION FOR FROWN LINES
Xeomin is an FDA-approved purified wrinkle reduction injectable that treats frown lines. The specific injectable differs from other neuromodulators in that its formula doesn’t contain any unnecessary proteins. During the treatment process, your injector will administer Xeomin into the muscles in your forehead, causing repetitive expressions that lead to frown lines.
The entire treatment process takes 10 to 20 minutes to complete, and you’ll begin to see a visible improvement in the appearance of your frown lines within three to four days of beginning the treatment process. For some patients, it takes 30 days to notice the best results, yet once those results set in, they can last up to three months or longer based on how quickly your body absorbs and metabolizes the injectable ingredients.
Dysport
Dysport is an FDA-approved injectable treatment used to temporarily improve the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows, also known as glabellar lines. It contains botulinum toxin, which works by blocking the nerve signals that cause muscle contractions. When injected into specific facial muscles, Dysport helps to relax and soften the wrinkles and lines in the treated area. The procedure is quick, with minimal discomfort, and typically requires no downtime, allowing patients to resume their daily activities immediately. Results from Dysport injections can be seen within a few days and can last up to four months. With its effectiveness in reducing the appearance of frown lines, Dysport offers individuals a non-surgical option to achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance. As with any medical procedure, it is important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional to determine if Dysport is suitable for you and to ensure safe administration and optimal results.
What works best for you?
Different toxins may work better for your areas of concern. When you book for a consult at Proper Eu, our providers will take into account a number of factors to give you the best treatment possible. Whether it be Botox, Dysport or Xeomin Proper Eu is your toxin destination.