Botox® and Jeuveau™ Cosmetic are prescription drugs that, when injected, temporarily reduce the strength of the muscles. It contains a purified and safe form of botulinum toxin A. They are used to treat permanent furrows and deep wrinkles in the skin that are formed by the continual contraction of facial muscles. In addition to its cosmetic applications, it is used to treat a number of medical problems, including excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines.
Applications for JEUVEAU or BOTOX Cosmetic
Properly placed injections of JEUVEAU or BOTOX Cosmetic block nerve impulses sent to muscles, weakening them to the point where they cannot contract, and temporarily eliminating moderately severe furrows and lines. They are often used to treat the following:
- Forehead furrows
- Elevens/Frown Lines
- Jowling
- Crow’s feet
- Skin bands on the neck
- Chin dimpling
Both Botox and Jeuveau are FDA approved have been extensively researched and studied for safety and effectieness.
Botox or Jeuveau Cosmetic Procedure and Results
Using a very fine needle, Botox or Jeuveau are injected directly into facial muscles that are causing furrows and lines. Receiving the injections requires no anesthetic, but some doctors choose to numb the area to be injected with ice packs or a topical anesthetic cream. Results can usually be seen within a few days of treatment for Jeuveau or within 10-14 days for Botox, and typically last up to three to four months, although areas that are treated on a regular basis may retain results longer. Injections should be given only by qualified medical professionals.
Side Effects of Botox or Jeuveau Cosmetic
Injection-site side effects of Botox or Jeuveau Cosmetic are usually mild and temporary, and include the following:
- Pain
- Infection
- Inflammation
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bleeding
- Bruising
Normal activities may be resumed immediately after receiving injections.
Allē points are honored but we do not do the Alle point system; we accept and do Evolus points for Jeuveau. Evolus provides $40 off Jeuveau treatments every 90 days.
