— BOTOX & WRINKLE RELAXERS IN FRESNO, CA

There are two different types of wrinkles: static and dynamic. Static wrinkles result from the natural aging process and form because of sun damage as well as the body’s gradual decline of collagen production. Collagen is a vital protein that maintains skin firmness. Dynamic wrinkles are the result of constant facial movements made over the years leading to deep dermal folding. Everything from a smile to a frown causes dynamic wrinkles to form gradually.

Botox™ is a treatment that specifically treats dynamic wrinkles. While it may be confusing whether your cosmetic concerns result from facial movements or a decline in collagen, your concerns can be reviewed during an initial consultation with an experienced medical aesthetic provider at Awaken Fresno. Botox™ may be determined to be an appropriate treatment. If a decline in collagen is deemed the culprit for your concerns, a dermal filler or biostimulator may be recommended.

Neurotoxins prevent muscle movements. The treatment consists of botulinum toxin type A, a neurotoxin that prevents the nerve from acting on the muscle to contract. When Botox™ is injected into your facial muscles, it causes your muscles not to receive nerve signals that cause your muscles to contract. By effectively preventing muscle contractions, Botox™ ultimately prevents your skin from folding over, relaxing wrinkles that are already present and staving off more from forming.

Botox™ a highly popular treatment that was initially introduced to the public in 1989. The neuromodulator was originally FDA-approved to treat muscle movement disorders near the eyes, but the treatment’s cosmetic benefits were soon realized. Millions of people experience the aesthetic benefits of Botox™ each year. Neuromodulators even treat headaches and TMJ!

Neuromodulators are an exceptional treatment for men and women of nearly any age. The treatment is perfect if you have already developed dynamic wrinkles and seek to relax their appearance, creating a more youthful look. Botox™ can also be used as a preventative treatment, “Prejuvenation” if you have not noticed lines and wrinkles forming, keeping lines and wrinkles at bay. Cosmetic concerns that Botox™ is excellent at improving include:

• Glabellar lines, which are the “Eleven lines” in between the eyebrows.
• Crow’s feet, which are lines that form because of squinting.
• Deep creases along the forehead.
• Vertical lines around the mouth.
• Dimples in the chin.
• A gummy smile.
• Vertical neck bands.
• Narrowing the lower face in women “Masseteric” neuromodulators.

Candidates for neurotoxins should be in generally good health and possess realistic expectations. While Botox™ can be performed on most people, some contraindications may prevent you from having the treatment, including if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have certain allergies. Your concerns and medical history will be reviewed during an initial consultation to ensure candidacy.

During your treatment, the neuromodulator will be injected into your facial muscles via a tiny needle. The number of injections will vary depending on the severity of your cosmetic concerns. When the Botox™ is injected, it will bind to the nerve endings and block the nerve impulses that cause your facial muscles to contract. Botox™ will not completely paralyze your muscles but provide temporary relaxation. You may experience a brief stinging sensation when the neurotoxin is injected, but this is mild and tolerable. An icepack may be applied to the treated area before injecting the Botox™ to numb the area and mitigate discomfort. Neurotoxin is a quick treatment that can be completed in as little as a few minutes.

This is an effective treatment that requires no downtime. You will be able to resume daily activities immediately afterward. Neurotoxins are sometimes regarded as a ‘lunchtime procedure’ because the treatment is quick, and you will be able to return to work right away. You may experience some redness or swelling, rarely bruising, but this is mild and goes away after a short period of time. Some other side effects you may experience include headaches, dizziness or facial weakness. Serious side effects are rare.

Your Botox™ results will appear in 5-7 days after injection and continue to improve the following week. Areas where wrinkles and lines were noticeable will appear visibly softer and smoother, creating a more youthful image. Botox™ results typically last for three to four months. However, how long your results last will depend on your natural chemistry, your facial muscle strength, and the part of your face that was treated. Botox™ can be performed in regular intervals, allowing you to maintain your results. If performed frequently enough, your facial muscles could potentially weaken, meaning fewer Botox™ treatments will be needed.