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Botox 101
Everything You Need to Know About the Popular Anti-Wrinkle Treatment We hear the word Botox and think well…it’s not for me (most likely due to the stigma). What is Botox? Botox, short for Botulinum toxin, is a neurotoxic protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In the medical and cosmetic contexts, Botox refers to a purified and diluted form of this toxin, which is used in small doses for various therapeutic and aesthetic purposes. In weaker doses, botulinum toxin is used to reduce facial wrinkles. After injection into the muscle, the injected muscle starts to relax and this is where
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Botox Post-Procedure Care
As you leave the clinic you might notice tiny bumps at injection sites from needles. This is temporary and should return to normal within an hour or 2. For the next 4 hours you should keep your head upright. Do not bend over or lay down. Wait at least 4 hours before touching the treated areas. For 1 hour after your treatment, you should exaggerate the use of the muscles that have been injected. This promotes the binding of the neurotoxin to the muscle. 5% of people may experience a mild headache after the treatment. You may take Tylenol to
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Benefits of PRP with Microneedling
As we mature, we deal with acne everyday. Oil, dirt and hormones can play a role in this. Our face is the first thing others see and we want to leave a positive impression. As if acne isn’t enough there is scarring that comes with it. This can take a toll on a person. “Acne scars are the result of inflammation of acne blemishes. The acne pore swells and a breakdown occurs in the wall of the pore. Some acne blemishes are small and the scars created are shallow and heal quickly. Sometimes the contents of blemishes spill into the surrounding