What is Xeomin®?
As we age we develop fine lines, wrinkles, but there are options to help keep your skin looking young and your wrinkles in check! Xeomin is uniquely purified and FDA approved. Call us to book a consultation today. You may have already heard of Botox. Take a moment to learn more about what Xeomin can do for you.
Too much exposure can cause paralysis and be deadly. However, if we inject small controlled doses it can relax muscles and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Xeomin is also approved to treat non-cosmetic conditions like migraines and excessive sweating. Effects from a treatment average about 4 months.
How are Xeomin and Botox similar?
- Both are botulinum toxin Type A.
- Both can over time reduce the nerve signals and prevent future wrinkles.
- Both can bring youth back to your face making you look and feel younger.
- The treatments only take a few minutes.
- There are uncommon side effects.
How is Xeomin different from Botox?
- Xeomin can provide similar success rates to Botox and Dysport. Xeomin is one of the purist forms of botulinum type A. Sometimes referred to as the "naked injectable".
- Being a purer form of botulinum Type A, it reduces your chances of allergies. Botox has proteins included in the formulation that can cause allergies.
- With less additives there is a lower chance of developing antibodies which can reduce effectiveness.
- Lacking additives means you don't need refrigeration and makes for a longer shelf life.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Initially you will have a consultation to evaluate your goals, medical history and assess your problem areas. There are several criteria you will need to meet first:
- Be at least 18yo & in overall good health
- Have no allergies/ side effects to Xeomin
- Not be pregnant or breastfeeding
- No prior history of nerve or muscular disease
The visit will last about 15 to 30 minutes. No local anesthetic will be used but sometimes topical anesthetic may be applied. You may see some effects on the first day but the full effect you may not see for up to 2 weeks.
Post-treatment Care
To get the most out of your procedure you want to avoid touching or massaging. Touching or pressure to the area could move the Xeomin to another area and cause unwanted side effects. You want to avoid alcohol, sun exposure, tanning, workouts or strenuous activity for at least 24 hours.
Side Effects
Most Botox and Xeomin patients experience no side effects other than some bruising and swelling at the injection site. The effects of Xeomin may spread hours to weeks after injection possibly causing serious symptoms. Some of the potential side effects include:
- Headache/ neck pain/ back pain
- Muscle weakness or stiffness at the injection site
- Unknown allergy to botulinum toxin type A
- Rash, dry eyes and mouth, itching
- Difficulty swallowing
- Respiratory infections
Please contact us if you notice some strange side effects lasting several days. However, if you're having trouble breathing, speaking, eye or vision problems, seek emergency help.
For full prescribing information including boxed warning and medication guide, see Xeominaesthetic.com.
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