Anti-Wrinkle
Botox/Dysport

Botox® and Dysport® are neuromodulators approved by Health Canada for cosmetic treatments. Botox and Dysport are purified proteins derived from Clostridium Botulinum bacteria. The action mechanism blocks nerve signals to contract a specific muscle, diminishing wrinkles that the muscle creates upon movement. Anti-wrinkle injections are procedures whereby an active ingredient is injected into the muscle to relax the excessive contractions in the face. Wrinkles and lines are a natural part of ageing that form as a result of the continual contraction of facial muscles. After a treatment, excess movement and the appearance of unwanted lines are diminished, allowing you to achieve a rejuvenated and more youthful appearance. It is also commonly used to treat chronic migraine headaches and reduce excessive sweating. The most common treatment areas are frown lines (Glabella), crow's feet, forehead lines, bunny lines (nose), gummy smile, and an eyebrow lift. Other areas are the jaw masseters muscles to slim the face or teeth grinding, the chin for dimples, and the smoker's lines above the lip. Results will appear within the first three days post-treatment and full effects after two weeks.

The benefits of Anti-wrinkle treatments:

Reduce fine lines and wrinkles: smooth or eliminate fine lines and prevent future lines from deepening, creating a more youthful appearance such as frown and forehead lines.
Soften expression lines: create a natural-looking reduction in expression lines such as crow's feet, creating ageless results.
Creating a natural lift of the brows to open up the eyes.
Softening dimpling of the chin and vertical lines above the lip smoker's lines.
Turn up the corners of the lip to prevent marionette lines.
Softening angular jawline by shrinking oversized masseter muscle.
Restore facial balance: when professionally administered, this treatment can restore balance and symmetry to the face.

Medical uses of Botox/Dysport include:

Temporomandibular (TMJ) syndrome includes the grinding of teeth during sleep.
Hyperhidrosis, or Excessive Sweating.
Treatment of migraine headaches.

PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS BOTOX/DYSPORT

Before

Avoid alcohol, anti-inflammatory/blood-thinning medications, over-the-counter Aspirin, Motrin, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E or any other essential fatty acids for 24hr before treatment. These items may increase bleeding and bruising. ** Please do not discontinue prescribed blood-thinning medication such as Aspirin, Plavix, Warfarin, or Eliquis unless you have been advised by your prescriber or treatment practitioner.

Please reschedule your appointment if you:

have an active facial infection,
have an active cold sore (or cold sore in the past 2 weeks)
have a fever, shortness of breath, cough, or new nasal congestion/discharge
tested positive for COVID-19 or any other communicable illness in the past 14 days

**Please contact us in advance to cancel or reschedule your appointment.

Do not consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours before treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)
Please reschedule your appointment if you have planned air travel, are currently on antibiotics or have had a recent dental procedure within two weeks of your treatment.
Avoid having dental work two weeks before or after receiving filler if possible-this includes cleaning and scaling.
Schedule your appointment at least two weeks before a special event you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation. Results from Botox injections will take approximately 4 to 7 days to appear, and it will take up to 2 weeks to see maximum results.
Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and two days following your treatment.
If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to another recurrence. Speak to your healthcare professional about medications that may minimize an outbreak.
Reschedule your appointment if you have had a viral illness, have taken antibiotics, or have had any dental procedures in the previous two weeks.
We recommend taking Arnica Montana (herb) two days prior to injections to reduce bruising and swelling. If you choose, please take five pellets three times per day two days prior to treatment, the day of your treatment, and two days after your treatment.
Be sure to have a good meal, including food and drink, before your procedure. This will decrease the chance of light headedness, fainting or low blood sugar during your treatment.
Please avoid wearing makeup to your appointment.
You must wear a mask, have a clean face with no makeup and have hair off the face.

POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BOTOX/DYSPORT

After

What’s normal after a procedure?

Wrinkle relaxer injections can cause temporary small amounts of swelling, bumps, redness, bruising, tenderness, a mild to moderate headache and sensations such as tingling or mild itching after the treatments.
You may also experience a tight sensation or heavy sensation in the treated treatment areas which will subside. These effects are so common they can be considered a normal part of the process.
It will usually take between 3 and 10 days to start to see any muscle relaxing effect and 14 days until the full effect has been reached.
Treatment benefits start to wear off after 3-4 months on average.

How to protect your result and reduce side effects:

You may: do small contractions of the muscles treated every 20 minutes for the first hour. If you don't do this-it will not affect your result.
Use Tylenol (acetaminophen) for tenderness if needed
Clean your face but When cleansing, avoid pressure and use gentle strokes away from the eyes (24hr).
For 4-6 hours: Avoid lying on your side, bending over, and sleeping, Avoid touching the treatment areas
For 4-6 hours: Avoid significant movement or massage of the treated are
For 24 hours: Avoid tight-fitting garments over the treated area (i.e. hats, helmets),
For 24 hours: Avoid strenuous exercise (sprinting, jumping jacks, HIIT, etc.) or Avoid excess alcohol (>2 beverages)
For 48 hours: Avoid exposure to UV light and heat (i.e. prolonged direct sun exposure, sauna, steam, sunbeds, hot showers)
Wait a minimum of 2 weeks before skin resurfacing, chemical peels, semi-/permanent make-up (i.e. lip tinting), facial massage, or laser treatment

**Hyperhidrosis clients: Avoid the use of antiperspirant for 24 hours

Reduce the Chance of Infection:

Do not touch the treated area for 6 hours.
Do not apply make-up over injection points until the day after the procedure. Make-up contains high levels of bacteria.

When to Contact Us...

Monitor areas for adverse appearance and report if there are any concerns for timely review and assessment.

If you develop a side effect, such as a dry eye, droopy eyelid, and heavy bro
Routine adjustments can be carried out from day 14 after your procedure.
If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact us at 647-497-4177

Anti-Wrinkle Botox/Dysport

Anti-Wrinkle
Botox/Dysport