Wrinkle Relaxers
Wrinkle relaxers (Botox/Dysport) are injectable treatments that temporarily soften targeted muscle movement to smooth fine lines and prevent deeper wrinkles from forming over time.
By reducing repetitive muscle activity, these treatments help preserve collagen and maintain a more refreshed, natural appearance at rest.
Commonly treated areas include forehead lines, frown lines, crow’s feet, jawline slimming, neck bands, lip flip, gummy smile, and chin dimpling.
In addition to cosmetic benefits, wrinkle relaxers can also be used to reduce excessive sweating, relieve jaw tension, and improve tension headaches.
Procedure Summary
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Fine lines and wrinkles
TMJ (teeth grinding, tension headaches), Facial slimming
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
Tension headaches
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Treatable Areas
Upper Face:
Forehead lines
Frown lines (glabella)
Crow’s feet
Brow lift
Bunny lines (nasalis)
Lower Face + Neck:
Lip flip
Gummy smile
Downturned corners of the mouth (DAO)
Chin dimpling (pebbling)
Nasal tip lift / nostril flare
Jawline slimming (masseters)
Nefertiti lift (jawline + neck tightening)
Platysmal bands (neck)
Body:
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating): underarms, hands, feet
TrapTox (trapezius slimming + tension relief)
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15-30 minutes
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Every 3-4 months for cosmetic facial treatments
Every 6 months for TMJ and facial slimming treatments
Every 9-12 months for Hyperhidrosis treatments
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No downtime, but do not exercise 12 hours post injection
Common Side Effect: Headache, bruising and temporary swelling at injection site.
Rare Side Effects: Ptosis (drooping eyelid), crooked smile, Heavy eyelids or brows
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A decrease in movement should be seen between 48-72 hrs
Full results are not achieved for two weeks
Follow up and touch-up appointments should be booked between 10-16 days
FAQs
How often do I need to treat?
Most patients treat 3-4 times per year or about every 3-4 months.
What is a lip flip?
A lip flip entails a few quick injections to relax the border of the lips and allow more of your natural lip to show. This is an excellent choice if youd like to see what lip filler may look like and it is also a great tool to give you a little something extra in between your lip filler appointment. This treatment generally lasts 2 months.
What if my results are not symmetric?
These treatments can be tweaked very easily and generally a quick 15 min follow-up can get you the result you want. Every face is different and every treatment is customized to each individual, so touch ups are encouraged especially if you are new to this type of treatment.
Will I bruise?
Generally the answer is no, but it is always a possibility. Treating 1-2 weeks before a big event is ideal just in case a small bruise does appear.
What happens if I don’t like the result?
The worst case scenario is that you let it wear off for 3-4 months and you go right back to your original baseline. This is an excellent introduction to aesthetics as the results are not permanent and we are not altering your anatomy in any way. The temporary paralysis of your muscles return to full movement if you should choose to stop treatment.