Xeomin

Xeomin® is a wrinkle-reducing neuromodulator that is the preferred choice for many patients for a variety of reasons, and Dr. Halaas is happy to offer this unique treatment.

All about Xeomin

Everyone’s heard of Botox®, but Xeomin is not as widely known. However, with many individuals, Xeomin is even more popular. This is because of several reasons. First of all, Xeomin works very similarly to Botox. That is to say, Xeomin is botulinum toxin type A and treats facial wrinkles (including the vertical lines between the brows, crow’s feet at the eyes, and horizontal forehead lines) by blocking the signals from nerves to muscles. However, Xeomin is a purified form of the neurotoxin. This means that it’s manufactured without foreign accessory proteins that are unnecessary to its function.

How is this an advantage?

Xeomin can achieve the same results that Botox gets — only without unneeded additives
Xeomin’s lack of additives means that patients won’t build up a tolerance to it
Xeomin’s purified state means that it may be an ideal choice for those who have grown desensitized to Botox

I have been coming here for years. I always leave feeling brand new!

Debra C.

Xeomin treatment details

Xeomin is administered in quick, convenient treatment sessions. You may have numbing cream if you prefer, but most patients find it unnecessary. You will be able to go back to your regular day immediately after your appointment. The product is injected with a fine needle directly into the target muscles. Avoiding aspirin, fish oil, vitamin E supplements, NSAIDs (Advil, Motrin), and alcohol a week before treatment will greatly reduce the risk of bruising.

Side effects and results

After your treatment, it’s important to avoid touching your face, intense activity, and lying down for 4-6 hours. Side effects are rare, but may include drooping of the eyelid, muscle weakness, headache, nausea, redness, dry eyes or dry mouth, visual impairment, development of a cold, injection site pain, and/or neck pain. Results may take 7-10 days to become apparent, and can last for up to six months.

Why choose Dr. Halaas?

Ivy League trained and double board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Yael Halaas is the number one female facial plastic surgeon on the East Coast. She has dedicated the past 17 years to offering her patients the absolute best in surgical and aesthetic care, and this has made her the leading female facial plastic surgeon in the city. She has also been recognized in the top 5% in the nation for most injectable procedures performed. Besides these accolades, Dr. Halaas always brings the absolute best to her patients without compromising safety or humanity, and treats every patient like family or a friend. She radiates trust, honesty, and empathy, ensuring that everyone gets the treatment they need. If you’re interested in learning more about Xeomin, you’re in the right place. Cosmetic injectables are one of Dr. Halaas’s main services. To learn more, we invite you to contact us today.