BOTOX® and Xeomin in Oklahoma City, OK
Bajaj Plastic Surgery
As we age, a variety of factors can cause wrinkling of the skin, including sun exposure, decreased collagen production, and facial expressions such as smiling, squinting, or frowning. BOTOX® and Xeomin® injections are non-surgical aesthetic treatments for fine lines and wrinkles that can help correct signs of aging. They can also address minor physical issues such as muscle spasms, excessive sweating, and vascular spasms in the hands. BOTOX Cosmetic® and XEOMIN® (incobotulinumtoxinA) are both brand names for botulinum toxin and are used to treat facial lines and wrinkles on the forehead, around the eyes, lips, neck, and décolletage.
Before deciding to try Botox injections, it’s important to understand how Botox, Xeomin, and other injectable neuromodulators work, as well as where they will be injected, so you can minimize risks and achieve your desired results. Let expert plastic surgeon Dr. Anu Bajaj guide you to rejuvenated confidence with a personal consultation—contact us online today!
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What to Know Before BOTOX® in Oklahoma City
Botox is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure that requires a thorough understanding of facial anatomy. Because Botox is injected into the muscles of the face, it can create unwanted effects if done incorrectly.
“If you don’t understand the anatomy, the most common problem I see is heaviness in the brows,” Dr. Bajaj says. “If a patient wants to correct their forehead wrinkles, the injector administers Botox to the forehead. The problem is that the frontalis muscle in our forehead helps elevate the brows. If it’s weakened or completely paralyzed, it can result in brow heaviness.”
That’s why it’s so important to choose a highly qualified Botox injector who understands facial anatomy and can achieve your desired look while minimizing risks. Browse our Non-Surgical Gallery to see what you can expect with Dr. Anu Bajaj in OKC.
Candidates for BOTOX Procedures
Candidates for BOTOX are patients who wish to diminish fine lines and wrinkles or address a physical irritation. BOTOX is a great solution for those wanting to regain a more youthful appearance without undergoing a surgical procedure.
XEOMIN®, another botulinum toxin product, is also available at Bajaj Plastic Surgery. XEOMIN is also a highly purified botulinum toxin in which all the accessory proteins are removed.
There are no serious contraindications, but potential candidates should not be pregnant, breastfeeding, or have preexisting muscular or nerve damage. Candidates must be age 18 or older and in good general health.
How Does BOTOX Work?
Overactive muscles create dynamic wrinkles, which result from facial expressions such as smiling, squinting, or frowning. Over time, dynamic wrinkles can develop into static wrinkles, which appear on the face even when it is at rest. Wrinkles can also be caused by aging, reduced collagen production, and sun exposure.
Botox and Xeomin contain a purified neurotoxin that temporarily reduces muscle activity. When injected, the neurotoxin interrupts nerve signals sent to the targeted muscle.
This reduces muscle activity, allowing the skin above to relax and smoothing out wrinkles. The same principle can be applied to physical irritations such as excessive sweating. When BOTOX is injected into the armpit, nerve signals to the sweat glands are blocked, thereby reducing perspiration.
BOTOX is a temporary solution. To maintain results, patients may choose to receive injections every three to six months.
Where Do You Inject Botox?
Botox injections are most commonly used to reduce wrinkles around the forehead, eyes, nose, mouth, and neck. Dr. Bajaj also offers specialized Botox procedures for targeted corrections. Below are the most common Botox injection sites and how we approach them to minimize risks and achieve beautiful results.
Forehead Lines
These long, horizontal creases along the forehead are formed when the frontalis muscle is used, causing the skin to stretch and contract over time. To correct forehead lines, Dr. Bajaj injects five to 25 units of Botox into the skin pleats every 1.5 to 2 centimeters. It’s important that the injections are placed high enough above the brow to avoid ptosis, or drooping.
Frown Lines
Facial movements, such as frowning or squinting, cause the skin above and between the brows to stretch and contract. Over time, this creates small wrinkles between the brows, which is common even in younger adults. To correct frown lines, we administer up to five injections of Botox into the corrugator supercilii and procerus muscles (located beneath and between the brows). Up to 25 units of Botox is typically sufficient for this procedure. We ensure injections do not extend past the midline of the brow, as this can cause drooping.
Crow’s Feet
Because the skin around the eyes is thin, crow’s feet can be more pronounced than other facial wrinkles. To correct crow’s feet, we administer 2.5 units of Botox into the lines along the orbicularis oculi muscle (which surrounds the eye). It’s important to avoid injecting too close to the eyelids, as this can cause drooping.
Brow Lift
When placed appropriately, Botox can create the same effect as a brow lift by injecting above the outer area of the brows to create a lifting effect. You’re at risk of brow drooping if the person performing the injection isn’t highly skilled in this specific area.
Lip Wrinkles
Commonly referred to as “smoker lines,” lip wrinkles are small, fine lines that radiate from the lips. They are extremely common in aging adults. To correct lip wrinkles, the injector administers approximately five units of Botox per line along the orbicularis oris muscle, which surrounds the lips and mouth.
Off-Label Uses
While less common, BOTOX can also sometimes be used to address excessive underarm sweating, muscle spasms, chronic tension headaches, and even gummy smiles.
General Procedure for BOTOX Treatment
Before BOTOX treatment, skin is cleansed at the treatment site. A numbing agent is not required but available for additional comfort during the injection. After the area is marked, BOTOX® is injected into the muscle beneath the wrinkle.
BOTOX Recovery and Results
Little to no downtime is required after a BOTOX procedure. It’s advised to remain upright for about six hours, avoid alcohol, and avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. Redness at the injection site and a slight headache are common after treatment. About four to eight days after your treatment with either BOTOX or XEOMIN, you will begin to see the wrinkle-diminishing effects. The results of your treatment can last several months.
Contact Us for a BOTOX Consultation
If facial lines and wrinkles bother you, we encourage you to consider BOTOX. Call us or request a consultation online today to learn more or schedule an appointment.