You've heard of Botox. This is the family of injections of which Botox is one type. There are actually other brands on the market including Xeomin, Dysport, and Jeuveau. At Elevated Natural Health, we offer Botox and Jeuveau.
Neurotoxin injections are cosmetic procedures that use purified toxins to temporarily relax muscles. These injections work by blocking nerve signals in the muscles where they are applied, inhibiting the muscle's ability to contract, and thus reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. The most common areas for neurotoxin injections include the forehead, between the eyebrows (glabella complex or "elevens"), and around the eyes ("crow's feet). The procedure is minimally invasive, providing a non-surgical option for individuals seeking a smoother, more youthful appearance. It's important to consult with a qualified practitioner to ensure safe and effective results tailored to your aesthetic goals.
Why choose neurotoxin injections?
Fairly Instant Transformation: Our neurotoxin injections are crafted to soften wrinkles and fine lines, restoring a youthful vibrancy to your skin. This effect happens 2-14 days after the injection and will last typically for 3-4 months.
Expert Practitioner: Our skilled physician, Dr. Corbeille-Harris, prioritizes your safety and comfort, ensuring a seamless and precise procedure every time. She brings with her over six years of cosmetic injection experience and over twelve years of overall injection experience. She loves injecting the face specifically claiming that face injections are a true work of art to her.
Natural and Personalized Results: We believe in enhancing your natural beauty. Our injections provide subtle yet impactful results that leave you looking refreshed, not overdone. Every individual is unique, and so is their beauty. We tailor the injections to fit each face and never simply perform a treatment based on a standard protocol or pattern.
Do I need Botox or PRP Microneedling? What's the difference?
Botox (neurotoxin) injections and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) microneedling are distinct cosmetic procedures with different mechanisms and purposes.
Neurotoxin Injections:
Purpose: Primarily used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by temporarily relaxing muscles.
Mechanism: Neurotoxins block the nerve signals in targeted muscles, preventing them from contracting and causing wrinkles temporarily. This does not eliminate the static (deep) wrinkles, but it does help the dynamic (smaller, superficial) wrinkles.
Application: Commonly used in areas such as the forehead, between the eyebrows (the "elevens"), and around the eyes ("crows feet").
PRP Microneedling:
Purpose: Aims to improve skin texture, tone, and stimulate collagen production for overall skin rejuvenation. This can be really helpful for filling in areas of deficit (loss of collagen) and to help heal the static (deep) wrinkles. There is also benefit for the dynamic wrinkles (the superficial ones) as well. Microneedling is also especially helpful for acne scaring.
Mechanism: Involves using a device with tiny needles to create micro-channels in the skin. Platelet-Rich Plasma, derived from the patient's blood, is applied through the procedure to enhance healing and promote collagen formation. PRP is long known for its healing and rejuvenation qualities for all types of issues in the body (cardiac surgeries, facial reconstructive surgeries, etc).
Application: Addresses a variety of skin concerns, including fine lines, acne scars, dark spots/melasma, collagen loss, and overall skin quality.
In summary, Botox and other neurotoxins focus on muscle relaxation to diminish wrinkles, while PRP microneedling stimulates collagen and improves skin texture through controlled micro-injuries and the application of platelet-rich plasma. The choice between them depends on your specific aesthetic goals and concerns. Many patients will choose a combination of these therapies to maximize their skin health and overall look. Consulting with a qualified practitioner can help determine the most suitable approach for you.