Botox® is a type of wrinkle relaxer, also known as a “neuromodulator.” When we inject a wrinkle relaxer into a specific muscle, it interrupts movement nerve signals to that muscle. This allows the muscle to rest, and the wrinkles caused by its movement can relax and smooth out.
Consultation Required?
Yes
Numbing Type:
None
Recovery Time:
None
What It Treats:
Forehead lines, crow’s feet, brow lines, brow lines (11s), mouth lines
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Wrinkle relaxers like Botox and Dysport are some of the most popular treatments for turning back the hands of time. They work by gently relaxing the muscles in your face, which lessens strain on the skin above and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The result is a naturally rested, more youthful appearance that mirrors the energy and vitality you feel on the inside.
Consultation
When you come in for your Botox® or Dysport® appointment, you and your provider will chat about your skin concerns and goals. This consultation is also a chance for your provider to understand your goals and ensure that Botox in Towson will meet your specific needs. Once this consultation is complete, you will know how much product we will be injecting and where we will be placing the injections.
Treatment
Based on your needs, your provider targets the specific muscles responsible for your lines and wrinkles. Based on the balance of your facial features and your specific areas of concern, your provider will place targeted injections where they will be most effective. Using an ultra-fine needle, we make the process as comfortable as possible from start to finish. The procedure typically takes just 10 to 15 minutes. Once complete, your provider will give you any necessary after-care instructions to follow, and then you will be able to leave our office and continue with your normal routine.
Results
Following your treatment, you may experience some temporary redness and tenderness in the injection sites. These effects are normal and typically resolve themselves shortly. We recommend you avoid massaging your treated areas and keep your head upright for at least 4 hours after your appointment.
For the next 24 hours, use mild skincare products and avoid any heat or excessive exercise. For the following weeks, avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight, and wear sunscreen daily.
Over the next few days, your wrinkles begin to relax and smooth out. You can expect your results to last around 3 months. With repeated treatments, some patients are able to enjoy their results for longer. Over time, Dysport and Botox in Towson train our facial muscles to relax. This can lead to longer-lasting results without requiring additional injections.
Botox in Towson
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Specialized Providers
At the Krupp Center, every wrinkle relaxer treatment is performed by highly trained professionals who understand the precision required for safe, effective results. They know exactly where and how to place Dysport and Botox in Towson to deliver results that align with your goals.
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Natural-Looking Results
Our goal is to accentuate and enhance your natural beauty, not overshadow it. With a thoughtful approach, we administer your injections to soften wrinkles without suppressing your natural expressions—no need to worry about looking “frozen.”
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Tailored Care
Your skin, features, and personal taste are unique, and your treatment plan should reflect that. Our providers will tailor their approach to your wrinkle relaxer treatment to match your individual facial balance, so you can enjoy results that enhance your inherent beauty.
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When you are considering wrinkle-relaxing injections, we offer 2 options—Dysport and Botox—in Towson. Both contain purified forms of botulinum toxin, and both aim to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles and fine lines. While they work similarly, there are a few key differences that may influence which one best aligns with your overall goals.
Dysport tends to spread more easily beneath the skin, making it an excellent choice for treating larger areas of the face, like the forehead. Botox tends to stay more localized with less spread. This allows for greater precision, making it ideal for targeting smaller areas or when more control is needed.
In some cases, your provider may even use both Dysport and Botox in different areas of the face during the same appointment to take full advantage of each product’s strengths. Some patients report that Dysport takes effect more quickly than Botox, seeing improvements in about 2 to 3 days compared to Botox’s 5 to 7 days.
When you make an appointment at the Krupp Center, you will begin with a one-on-one consultation with one of our expert injectors. They will be able to assess your skin and your concerns, and recommend the best wrinkle relaxer for you.
Botox and other wrinkle relaxers differ from fillers. Fillers are made of a gel-like, hyaluronic acid-based substance, which we inject under the skin to fill out fine lines and wrinkles by adding volume, effectively smoothing and refreshing the skin. Wrinkle relaxers, on the other hand, use a natural muscle relaxant to block nerve signals that cause movements in the facial muscles. This relaxing works to smooth dynamic wrinkles caused by such movements.
The number of Botox® or Dysport® injections you need depends on your unique body and the specific areas being targeted. Larger areas, like your forehead, may require more injections than smaller areas, like around the corners of your eyes.
At the beginning of your appointment for Botox in Towson, you and your provider can talk about your concerns and goals. They use this information to determine how many injections you’ll need to reach your desired results.
Botox and other wrinkle relaxers, like Dysport, are most effective at treating dynamic wrinkles. These types of wrinkles and lines appear when you make facial expressions like frowning, squinting, or smiling.
The most common types of wrinkles we can treat with Botox in Towson include:
- Crow’s feet: Lines that fan out from the outer corners of the eyes when we squint or smile.
- Frown lines or glabellar lines: Lines that appear between our eyebrows when we frown.
- Bunny lines: Lines that appear on the sides of our nose when we laugh or smile.
- Forehead lines: Horizontal lines that appear on the forehead when we raise our eyebrows.
- Perioral lines: Lines that form around the mouth. Though typically treated with dermal filler, Botox can be effective for fine perioral lines.
- Marionette lines: Vertical lines that begin at the corners of the mouth and run down the chin.
We can also use Botox to treat chin dimpling, which creates an orange peel texture on the skin. Though not a type of line or wrinkle, by relaxing the appropriate muscles, we can create a smoother appearance with minimal discomfort or downtime required.
Within a few days of your injections, you may notice less movement in the targeted muscles and more relaxation in your face. It may take several more days up to two weeks for the full results to become visible.
You can expect your results to last about 3 months. However, with repeated treatments, you may notice your results lasting longer. Over time, Dysport® and Botox® train your facial muscles to relax, leading to longer-lasting refreshment with the same number of injections.
Both Dysport and Botox in Towson are technique-sensitive treatments, meaning that the success of the injections depends on the technique used to administer them, and not the actual solutions themselves.
Wrinkle relaxers can achieve subtle, natural-looking results when a licensed and skilled provider with a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy performs the injections. Typically, patients can expect minimal changes to their overall appearance, aside from fewer fine lines and wrinkles.
If you are looking to smooth fine lines and wrinkles in the face and are over the age of 18, you are likely a great candidate for wrinkle relaxers.
Botox or Dysport may be right for you if you:
- Have moderate-to-severe wrinkles and lines that you would like to visibly reduce.
- Are in generally good health and not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Know the limits of wrinkle relaxers and have realistic expectations about what they can achieve.
Though wrinkle relaxers are a great option for treating lines and wrinkles on the face, they have their limitations. These injections cannot address wrinkles caused by excess, sagging skin. During your consultation, your provider will assess your skin to ensure that Dysport and Botox in Towson can properly treat your fine lines and wrinkles.
When you visit the Krupp Center for Botox® or Dysport®, we first welcome you in and get you checked in. Then, we lead you back to a private treatment room to meet with your provider. You’ll discuss your concerns and goals for treatment. If it’s your first appointment for neuromodulators at the Krupp Center, this conversation may also include a more thorough explanation of Botox® and Dysport®. Additionally, we can give you recommendations for other great treatments at the Krupp Center for your goals.
Once you and your provider have created your plan for Botox®, they prepare your skin. Next, they carefully map out and mark the placement of the injections. Your provider will then administer the injections, review any post-care instructions with you once more, and answer any questions you might have. Then you’re free to return to your day!
Many people wonder if they are too young or too old to try Botox and Dysport for the first time. There is no “right” age for starting wrinkle-relaxing treatments, but many people begin receiving treatment in their mid-20s or early 30s. For some, preventive treatments may be beneficial earlier, while others may not need treatment until their 40s.
The best age to start depends on individual factors, like genetics, sun exposure, and lifestyle. If you are wondering if you are at a good age to begin seeking treatments, schedule a consultation with our team. They will assess your skin and ensure that Botox and Dysport injections align with your skin’s specific needs.
Once you know the drill, you can typically expect your appointment to take about half an hour. Your first appointment for Botox in Towson at the Krupp Center may take a little longer—we want to get to know you and ask you about your goals so that we can give you truly personalized treatment.
Leading up to your appointment, plan on avoiding any blood-thinning medications or supplements. This includes NSAIDs like ibuprofen and aspirin, vitamin E, alcohol, etc. These can increase your risk of bruising and bleeding. However, you should always consult a doctor before discontinuing any medications.
Starting several days before your appointment, start drinking extra water to make sure you’re well hydrated. Do not receive any other facial treatments, like chemical peels or microneedling, within a week of your appointment. These can increase your skin’s sensitivity and compromise your Botox® results.
If you have any other questions about preparing for your appointment for Botox in Towson, don’t hesitate to call our office and ask!
The needles we use to perform Botox injections are tiny and ultra-fine, meaning each injection only feels like a small pinch. Because of this, patients generally tolerate the procedure well. At the Krupp Center, all of our wrinkle relaxer injections are performed by trained professionals with extensive experience. They use gentle techniques to help ensure the injection process is comfortable from start to finish.
If you are feeling anxious about needles, but still want to enjoy the benefits of Botox in Towson, schedule a consultation with our team. They can talk you through the treatment process and help you overcome any concerns you may have. Nervousness about getting the injections should not prevent anyone from achieving a refreshed, youthful look.
Yes, Botox is an incredibly safe and effective procedure when administered by a qualified professional using genuine, FDA-approved Botox. This wrinkle relaxer has been approved by the FDA since 2002 for cosmetic use, and has undergone rigorous testing and numerous clinical trials.
Its safety and efficacy have been well documented, with millions of successful treatments administered annually worldwide.
Immediately after your appointment, you may experience some temporary redness, bruising, tenderness, and swelling. These are completely normal and typically resolve on their own shortly.
For the first 4 hours after your appointment, do not massage or rub the treatment area. Keep your head up and avoid any facials or other treatments. For the next 24 hours, treat your skin gently. Use mild skincare products, and avoid any sources of intense heat or sweating. This includes strenuous physical activities, hot tubs, saunas, etc. Avoid exposing your skin to excess sunlight, and make sure to wear sunscreen while outdoors.
At the Krupp Center, we offer CareCredit to help patients finance their care, including Botox, in Towson. Applying for CareCredit takes just minutes, and it helps patients convert upfront costs into manageable monthly payments.
Absolutely! More and more men are choosing wrinkle relaxers these days. Crow’s feet, forehead lines, and frown lines are not just a concern for women; men also get them as they age. Treatments like Dysport and Botox work well for patients regardless of their gender.
