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Botox & Neurotoxin

AVAILABLE AT ALL VEGA VITALITY LOCATIONS 

What Are Botox & Neurotoxin Treatments?

Neurotoxins such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, and XEOMIN® work by temporarily relaxing targeted muscles that contribute to facial lines and wrinkles. Treatment can soften dynamic wrinkles while preserving natural facial expression when appropriately dosed and placed.

Neurotoxins can also be used for concerns beyond facial wrinkles, including masseter treatment for facial slimming or jaw clenching, platysmal bands in the neck, and excessive underarm sweating (hyperhidrosis).

Treatment is quick and minimally invasive. Results typically begin to appear within several days, with the full effect developing over approximately two weeks. Results commonly last about three to four months, although this varies by patient, treatment area, product, and dose.

Botox®, Dysport® & Xeomin®: What's the Difference?

Vega Vitality offers several neurotoxin options, including BOTOX®, Dysport®, and XEOMIN®. While all three treatments use botulinum toxin type A to temporarily reduce targeted muscle activity, differences in formulation and treatment characteristics may make one option preferable in certain situations.

Your provider will recommend a neurotoxin based on your anatomy, previous treatment experience, treatment goals, and the areas being addressed. Our approach focuses on balanced, natural-looking results rather than applying the same product or dosing strategy to every patient.

What Can Botox & Neurotoxins Treat?

Neurotoxin treatments can be used to soften expression lines caused by repeated facial movement and to address several other aesthetic and functional concerns. Treatment is customized based on your facial anatomy, muscle activity, and desired degree of movement.

Common treatment areas include:

  • Forehead lines caused by raising the eyebrows
  • Frown lines (“11s”) between the eyebrows
  • Crow’s feet around the eyes
  • Bunny lines along the sides of the nose
  • Lip flip to subtly enhance the appearance of the upper lip
  • Gummy smile caused by excessive elevation of the upper lip
  • Chin dimpling caused by activity of the mentalis muscle
  • Downturned corners of the mouth associated with DAO muscle activity
  • Masseter muscles for facial slimming or symptoms related to jaw clenching
  • Platysmal bands and selected concerns involving the neck and jawline
  • Excessive underarm sweating (hyperhidrosis)

Not every treatment area is appropriate for every patient. Your provider will evaluate your facial anatomy and develop a treatment plan designed to preserve natural expression while addressing your specific concerns.

Botox & Neurotoxin Results

Neurotoxin treatment is typically quick and requires little to no downtime. During your appointment, your provider will evaluate your facial anatomy, muscle movement, previous treatment experience, and aesthetic goals before determining the appropriate treatment areas and dose.

Using a small needle, precise amounts of neurotoxin are injected into selected muscles. Most appointments can be completed in a relatively short period of time, and patients can generally return to their usual daily activities afterward.

Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, or bruising can occur at injection sites and typically resolves quickly. Your provider will review individualized aftercare instructions following treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Botox or neurotoxin treatment take?

The injections themselves typically take only a few minutes. Appointment length varies depending on the number of areas being treated and whether additional services or consultation are included.

When will I see results?

Initial effects often become noticeable within several days, with the full treatment effect generally developing over approximately one to two weeks. Onset can vary somewhat between patients, products, and dosing.

How long do neurotoxin results last?

Results commonly last about three to four months. Duration varies based on treatment area, dose, muscle activity, product selection, and individual response.

Will Botox make my face look frozen?

It doesn’t have to. Neurotoxin treatment can be customized to reduce unwanted muscle activity while preserving natural expression. At Vega Vitality, dosing and placement are individualized based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.

What is the difference between Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin?

BOTOX®, Dysport®, and XEOMIN® are all botulinum toxin type A products used to temporarily reduce targeted muscle activity. They differ in formulation and certain treatment characteristics, but all can produce excellent results when appropriately selected and administered. Your provider can recommend the option best suited to your treatment goals and previous experience.

Can neurotoxins be combined with other aesthetic treatments?

Yes. Neurotoxins are frequently incorporated into a broader treatment plan alongside services such as dermal fillers, microneedling, laser and light treatments, and medical-grade skincare. These treatments address different aspects of facial aging and skin quality, so combining approaches can sometimes provide a more comprehensive result.

Botox & Neurotoxin Treatments at Vega Vitality

Vega Vitality offers personalized neurotoxin treatments with BOTOX®, Dysport®, and XEOMIN® at our locations in Boston, MA and Cary, NC. Our providers take an individualized approach to treatment, considering facial anatomy, muscle movement, previous treatment experience, and your desired result when developing your treatment plan.

Whether your goal is to soften expression lines, maintain a refreshed appearance, or address another concern that may benefit from neurotoxin treatment, your provider will help determine the appropriate product, placement, and dosing strategy for you.

Neurotoxin (BOTOX®, XEOMIN®, Dysport®) Benefits:

Common Treatment Areas:

  • Forehead lines
  • Frown lines between the brows
  • Crow’s feet
  • Bunny lines
  • Chin dimpling
  • Downturned mouth
  • Masseter muscles
  • Platysmal neck bands
  • Underarms for excessive sweating

Complementing Treatments: