Neuromodulators Botox / Dysport

Neuromodulator injections (Botox / Dysport), reduce and prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As we age, our skin starts losing elasticity and wrinkles start to form which occurs after years of repeated contracting and tightening of the muscles. Botox / Dysport can block the signal from the nerve to the muscles, ultimately resulting in a reduction of muscle activity and temporarily preventing contraction of the muscles that cause lines and wrinkles. Don’t get me wrong, wrinkles are a tell tale of our past moments which were full of laughter and life – we here at studioPURE Medical Aesthetics believe in enhancing your beauty not changing it. Botox / Dysport will allow you to look rested and refreshed – who does not want that!

Approximately 45 minutes, this includes skin preparation and injections by our master injectors, Dr. Andre Bredenkamp.

Avoid taking aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, Aleve, Celebrex for 7 – 10 days prior to procedure, as these may cause increase risk of bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s). Tylenol is permitted (If not contraindicated).

Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to procedure as this can increase the risk for bleeding and bruising at the treated site(s).

Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal creams in the area(s) to be treated.

Take Tylenol (if not contraindicated) 1 hour prior to your appointment to help with any discomfort you may have, if you have concerns about discomfort.

If you have any history of Herpes Simplex (cold sores) on your face, make sure you inform the doctor that you have made your appointment with, one week prior to your appointment; this will allow us adequate time to prescribe a medication to prevent an outbreak.

Always inform your doctor of all medications, including supplements you may be taking as well as your medical history.

Try to use the injected muscles for the first 1 – 2 hours after treatment: practice frowning, raising your eyebrows and squinting. This helps work Botox / Dysport into your muscles. While this is intended to help, if you forget your treatment will not be negatively impacted.

The results of your treatment can take up to 14 days to take full effect. Usually patients notice a change in 4 – 5 days. It takes time for the muscles to lose strength and the lines to fade following Botox treatment. Please wait until 14 days have passed before assessing if you are pleased with the results.

Do not touch or rub the injected site for 2 – 4 hours following treatment. Avoid exercise and sweating for the remainder of the day and no lying down or leaning forward for 2 – 4 hours after treatment. There can be a slight chance of bruising at the treated site, this is temporary. Be assured that any tiny bumps or marks will go away within a few hours of treatment. Botox / Dysport is a temporary procedure and, at first, you may find that your treatment results will last approximately 3 – 4 months. If you maintain your treatment appointments with the frequency recommended by your clinician, the duration of each treatment results may last longer than 4 months.

Your satisfaction is important to us! We would like you to return to the office in 2 weeks for a follow-up assessment appointment, especially after your first treatment. This will ensure we are able to see how your facial muscles reacted to your treatment. If you require additional Botox to fine-tune/adjust your treatment results there will be additional charges at the regular rate. Remember your sunscreen every day.