Muscle contractions happen during facial expressions like frowning, squinting, or eyebrow raises. A natural result of this is the development of wrinkles, which arise from the repetition of these facial expressions over time.
Of course, it would be impossible to prevent wrinkles by stopping these muscle contractions, as that would involve forgoing facial expressions.
However, smoothing out these unavoidable wrinkles is entirely possible with Vibrant Med Spa, which offers professional wrinkle-reducing treatments.
Specifically, in the form of injectable wrinkle reducers. Read on for an in-depth look at this effective aesthetic treatment.
Wrinkle reducers are neurotoxins that can be injected into areas of the face to block nerve impulses causing those muscle contractions.
So, neurotoxins indeed have toxic effects, only at the small level of the nervous system’s route where nerve impulses go to facial muscles. The wrinkle-reducing neurotoxins’ blockage of this route ends up relaxing the facial muscles.
The result, then, is a smoother look on the skin.
This effect is only temporary, but in that period the skin will see a reduction of lines and wrinkles. The reason is just that the face is simply less tense because of the neurotoxin’s “toxic” effect in the nervous system.
So, the ultimate desirable effect is why exposure to neurotoxins are actually desired in the realm of med spas.
There you have it, then: nerve damage can actually be a good thing!
Because the blockage caused by neurotoxins is only temporary, getting injections on a consistent basis will be necessary for anyone looking to enjoy the effects of wrinkle reducers beyond the three or four months a single treatment lasts.
Our quick treatments typically only take around 10–15 minutes. Throughout, patients feel minimal discomfort that is somewhat like a short pinch.
Patients will need to wait up to two weeks before seeing the effects. From there, it is only a few days before the full results become visible.
There are several different brands of wrinkle reducers. We carry the following:
Each of these smooth wrinkles for up to four months, typically.
Below, we take a closer look at each of these options. Most injectors recommend choosing just one kind of treatment and sticking with it.
Even for people with next to no knowledge of aesthetic treatments, this name will likely ring a bell.
In fact, botulinum toxins actually have medical uses beyond aesthetics. Migraines, lazy eye, neck spasms, and even urinary incontinence are among the issues that this neurotoxin can help treat.
But within aesthetic treatments, BOTOX® can address fine lines and crow feet, smoothing out one’s skin.
A significant reason this neurotoxin remains dominant is that it has been around longer and offered proven benefits to a large number of people. For many patients, there is something reassuring about choosing a brand with longevity and a lot of positive feedback.
This brand is a relatively new alternative to the more-famous brand name detailed in the above section.
However, the overall purpose of this neuromuscular blocker is the same: cause strategically targeted nerve damage to relax facial muscles.
That being said, there are differences, mainly on the manufacturing side. XEOMIN® is a highly purified form of botulinum toxin type A, whereas BOTOX® is a protein medley.
(The “type A” refers to a form of botulinum toxin that treats facial wrinkles. Type B is preferable for treating neck spasms.)
The advantage of XEOMIN® is that it has a lower risk of causing allergic reactions, although these are indeed rare in the case of BOTOX®. The former also tends to have a quicker onset of effects.
If you are specifically looking to treat frown lines, which are wrinkles between the eyebrows, then this is the treatment to consider.
This special strength of Dysport® has made it a favorite of patients who have the most trouble with that area of the face.
Common side effects include temporary eye drooping, pain or swelling near the injection site, indigestion, eye irritation, headache, flu-like symptoms, and more. These should resolve in a day or two. We will give you a full rundown of side effects to expect.
The professionals at Vibrant Med Spa will discuss with you the risks associated with injectable wrinkle reducers. Most risks are the result of the neurotoxin spreading to areas away from the injection site, affecting parts of the nervous system that should not be damaged.
Any patient of Vibrant Med Spa receiving injectable wrinkle reducers should disclose any medical issues that could potentially cause complications.
We will provide a comprehensive rundown of what health issues pose a risk, but a sampling includes nerve disease, breathing problems, diabetes, and heart issues, among other health issues related to the risks of wrinkle-reducing injectables.