Botox is a neuromodulator approved by Health Canada for cosmetic and therapeutic treatments. It is derived from the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. When injected into the muscles, Botox temporarily relaxes the muscles and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, enhancing a youthful appearance of the face.

For therapeutic use it is commonly used to treat chronic migraine headaches, Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), bruxism (teeth grinding), gummy smiles, and mental health.

Many people are often surprised to hear that Botox injections can be put to use in the realm of mental health, but scientific studies have shown that it actually has a considerable amount of potential for mitigating psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety.

Botox for mental health works by ensuring that mood-regulating neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and dopamine, are more readily available in the body than before due to how it blocks certain facial muscles that could otherwise lead to tension headaches or expressions like scowling, which is associated with degrees of distress and anger. Not only does this benefit a person’s wellbeing on its own, but recent research indicates that receiving a series of Botox treatments over time can also enhance their resilience to environmental stressors. If you’re looking for an alternative or complementary form of mental health treatment, it certainly doesn’t hurt to consider the benefits that Botox has to offer.

For cosmetic, the effectiveness of Botox depends on the extent of the wrinkles and the strength of the muscle being treated, patients my need treatments three to four times in the first year. The treatments last between three to six months and lesser injections may be needed subsequently as the muscles adapt and relaxes. Since individuals respond differently, your practitioner is the best person to recommend the required number of treatments per year.

Occasionally individuals experience light bruising and a minor headache. These common side effects subside within a day or two. Few people could experience eyelid or eyebrow droop which also resolve in two to three weeks. Allergic reactions are very rare, and not commonly encountered. When a qualified and experienced health care practitioner administers the injections, most other problems are not seen.

Dermal Fillers are composed of Hyaluronic Acid. This is a naturally occurring sugar molecule found in the body. There are many kinds of dermal fillers used to address different concerns and areas of the face. Derma fillers are used to restore the volume loss that is associated with aging.

As we age, our skin loses its firm, taut quality as we naturally produce less hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastin. Dermal fillers are injected and restore volume loss and create a softening of lines and folds. Our advanced medical aesthetic injector will work with you to understand the cause of your concern and build a custom treatment plan to achieve your aesthetic goal.

The effects of fillers are quite long lasting, especially with maintenance treatments and can last for approximately 6-18 months.

Before your treatment, it is recommended to stop taking over-the-counter medications like Advil, aspirin, alcohol, some vitamins, and supplements 2 days before your injections to minimize bruising. There is minimal to no downtime after being treated with filler. The procedure can take approximately 30 minutes depending on the areas being treated.

Depending on the scope of your tailored treatment, you can expect to see results immediately that will improve over following 3-4 weeks. Patients may find they require multiple treatments to achieve their desired result, while others may need less intervention and require minimal treatments to maintain their appearance.

Patients may notice slight swelling and bruising at the treatment site. These side effects usually disappear within the first week after treatment. Patients can resume most activities immediately. Your health care practitioner will review all the rare potential side effects at your complimentary initial consultation.