All injectables are performed by our medical director Dr. Laurence Dales. Committed to ensuring that her patients look and feel their best, Dr. Dales’ expertise in consultations and treatment plans ensure satisfying and natural results. Many injectable treatments are as dramatic as surgical facelifts – without the painful and lengthy recovery that results from surgical procedures. During a consultation, Dr. Dales will discuss and recommend the best treatment to help turn back the clock or simply to enhance certain features.
*Online booking is not available. All bookings can be made by contacting 519-438-5101. Treatments are provided at Suite 208.
Neuromodulators
What are neuromodulators?
Botox (botulinum toxin type A) is a neuromodulator. BOTOX is a brand of neurotoxin along with others available- Dysport, Xeomin. Using fine needles, it is injected into targeted muscle areas. This blocks the signal to the muscle temporarily weakening it. This reduces fine lines and wrinkles caused by muscle movement. Care is taken to tailor injections to your face to reduce movement but not eliminate it, allowing for ongoing natural expression.
What can they treat?
- Frown lines
- Forehead lines
- Crows feet
- Nasal lines
- Lift/balance eyebrows
- Relax downward pull on corners of the mouth
- Lip lines
- Gummy smile
- Chin contractions
- Slimming the face/jaw
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of underarms, hands and feet)
- TMJ/jaw pain caused by clenching/grinding
Before neuromodulators
- Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams.
- Avoid over the counter medications such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen and Aleve that thin the blood.
- Avoid herbal supplements such as Garlic,Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort and Omega-3 capsules.
- Avoid drinking alcohol 24 hours before or after your treatment to avoid extra bruising.
- Avoid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have any neurological disorders.
After neurmodulators
- Move treated muscles after treatment to help product work into the muscle.
- Avoid laying down or exercising for 4 hours following treatment.
- You may gently apply an ice or cold gel pack to reduce swelling and potential bruising.
- Avoid rubbing the area following treatment.
- Avoid extended UV exposure the day of treatment.
- Wait at least 24 hours before receiving any skincare or laser treatments.
How long does it last?
You may see effects within a few days with maximum effect by 2 weeks. Results typically last 3-4 months. Keeping up with treatment every 3-4 months will maintain progressive weakness in the muscles. Irregular treatment will allow muscles to re-strengthen lessening the overal efficiacy of trreatment.
Dermal Filler
What is filler?
Temporary fillers like Juvederm are a gel like substance made from hyaluronic acid. This is a naturally occurring substance already found in your skin which gives it volume. In a minimally invasive procedure, it is injected into targeted areas of the face to create or restore volume. Dermal fillers can create a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance, enhance certain features and correct certain signs of aging. They can smooth lines, soften creases, enhance facial contour and plump lips.
What can be treated with filler?
- Cheeks
- Jaw line
- Chin
- Lips
- Marionette lines
- Nasolabial folds
Before filler
- Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams.
- Avoid over-the-counter blood thinning medications ( ex Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen and Aleve.
- Avoid herbal supplements such as Garlic, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, St. John’s Wort and Omega-3 capsules.
- Avoid drinking alcohol 24 hours before or after your treatment to avoid extra bruising.
- Avoid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have any neurological disorders.
- Avoid dental work /cleanings at least 2 weeks prior to treatment and one month following treatment.
- Avoid oral surgery at least 4 weeks prior to treatment and after.
- Notify us if you have a history of perioral herpes (cold sores) for consideration of anti-virals prior to your treatment.
After filler
- Tenderness at the treated site may last for a few hours or days.
- You may feel “firmness” or see bruising in the treated areas for 1-2 weeks following treatment.
- You may gently apply an ice pack to reduce swelling and potential bruising.
- Avoid excessive pressure to the treated area(s) for the first few hours and up to 2-3 days.
- Sleep on your back for the first 1-2 nights after treatment to avoid pressure on the face.
- Avoid exercise for the remainder of the treatment day.
- If you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort you may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol (avoid anti-inflammatories).
- Avoid extended UV exposure until injected areas have healed.
- Wait at least 4 weeks before receiving any skincare or laser treatments.
How long does filler last?
Results are immediate and last 6-18 months.