Botox Injections
There are many advantages of botox injections. They provide a youthful appearance, boost confidence, are non-harmful, provide fast results and are a simple injectable procedure. Botox injections expel glare lines and wrinkles from your face and will restore your natural youthfulness.
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Daxxify Injections
Daxxify (DaxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm) is a neuromodulator used to temporarily improve moderate to severe wrinkles by relaxing the muscles that cause them. The peptide in Daxxify allows it to last longer than other neuromodulators, with results often lasting six to nine months.
Toxin Pricing
Botox Cosmetic and Dysport $12.00 per unit.
Daxxify $10.00 per unit.
Mobile visits require a $200 minimum.
* Dysport is priced in a ratio to equal Botox pricing.
What to Know Before You Get Botox
7 Days Before
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Avoid bruising by not taking any anti-inflammatory medication or pain relievers that are blood thinners such as aspirin, Tylenol, Advil, or Motrin.
Avoid the following vitamins & supplements: Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Omega 3 fatty acids, Ginkgo biloba, Garlic, Ginger, cayenne, licorice, flax seed oil and COQ10.
Avoid drinking alcohol a few days before treatment since it, too, is a blood thinner.
Sunburned skin is difficult to treat so avoid exposure to the sun before your appointment.
Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, facial scrubs or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated.
Avoid the use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids such as Retinol and Retinol A higher than 10%.
Start taking Arnica Montana an oral homeopathic medication 3-4 days before treatment to help promote healing and minimize bruising and swelling if you bruise easily. This is available at health food stores.
Patients with a history of cold sores (Perioral Herpes) will be prescribed a medication to start the day before the day of treatment.
Inform your clinician of all medications including antibiotics, high blood pressure medication, Coumadin, Plavix, or other blood thinners with your medical history.
Other Important Information
Patients should be in good overall health.
Do not use Botox if you are pregnant/breastfeeding.
Do not use Botox if you are allergic to eggs or any of its ingredients or if you suffer from any neurological disorders.
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Active skin infections are a contraindication to treatment.
The most common side effects are bruising and swelling. It is NOT advisable to have injections less than 2 weeks before a big event.
Schedule a follow up appointment 2 weeks after treatment if needed.
Do not massage, rub, or apply pressure to the treated area for 6 hours after treatment.
Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and drinking alcohol for a few days following treatment.
Do not exercise for 24 hrs.
Apply topical Arnica Montana cream to any areas with redness, bruising or swelling.
Avoid exposure to the sun and cold outdoor activities until redness from treatment disappears.
Do not restart Retinol or Retinol-A for 2 days.
Stay erect; do not lie down for at least 4 hours.
You may experience occasional tingling sensations.
An immediate headache is common especially if it is your first botox treatment.
It can take 2-14 days to take full effect. Botox can last 3-4 months.
Makeup can be reapplied after treatment.
**CALL YOUR DOCTOR OR THIS OFFICE IMMEDIATELY TO REPORT ANY PAIN, NODULES, REDNESS,
BLISTERS, ITCHING, OR SKIN BLANCHING AT 407-324-6159.