When injected, the formula temporarily inhibits the muscle contractions in the targeted muscles, allowing dynamic lines and wrinkles on the overlying skin to smooth out and leaving you with a younger-looking appearance.
Xeomin® is especially effective on moderate to severe frown lines (glabellar lines), but it can also be used on horizontal forehead lines, crow’s feet, and many other types of expression lines on the upper and lower face. It can treat neck laxity and banding that worsens with age as well. Xeomin® can also be combined with other cosmetic injectables (dermal fillers or biostimulators) to simultaneously address moderate to severe creases in the mid-face and lower face for the ultimate facial rejuvenation.
There are a couple of reasons why someone might choose Xeomin® for their anti-aging injection treatment over other neuromodulators like Botox® or Dysport®. First, Xeomin® is typically less expensive and may work the same and/or as long as the other products, so some patients choose it for the cost savings. Second, some patients have tried all the products and simply choose Xeomin® as their preferred treatment, as they like it best. Third, it may last longer in some patients than other products, and finally, there is some theory that as the toxin is purified, it may be less likely to develop resistance, so it may work better in those who have developed antibodies to other products.
Before you ever have any Xeomin® cosmetic treatments, you’ll first have a consultation with Dr. Jennifer Janiga or her associates. During this appointment, we’ll review your medical history, list of medications, your aging concerns, and your goals. We’ll also examine the treatment area. From there, your provider will design a personalized treatment plan that meets all your needs. Most patients who want to address moderate to severe facial lines are good candidates for Xeomin®, but there are some criteria we follow to determine if it’s the right treatment for you. You should be in good overall health, have realistic expectations, and you should not have had past allergic reactions to botulinum toxin products. You should not receive Xeomin® if you are pregnant or nursing or if you have an active skin infection in the area to be treated.
Before your Xeomin® appointment, you will want to avoid blood-thinning medications and alcohol, as they thin the blood and make you more likely to bruise. If you are prescribed a blood thinner from your doctor’s office, please discuss this with Dr. Janiga and your regular provider before stopping this or any medication. If possible, we recommend that you come to your appointment with a clean face that’s free of makeup, but if that is not possible, we will help you clean the area at the office before your treatment.
The Xeomin® procedure is very straightforward. To start, we’ll clean the planned injection site. Using a very fine needle, Dr. Janiga or one of our extensively trained professional injectors will inject the formula into the facial muscles. How many injections you require will depend on the number of areas being treated and the results you’re looking for. Treatment duration typically takes about 10 to 20 minutes.
After your Xeomin® injections, you will likely have some redness, bruising, and swelling, but those possible side effects of Xeomin® will dissipate relatively quickly. To ensure proper healing and optimal results, you’ll want to avoid strenuous activity, rubbing or massaging the area, or putting pressure on the treatment area for the first few hours. Beyond that, you can return to work and continue with most of your regular activities immediately.
The results of Xeomin take 3-5 days before you start noticing visible results. It can take up to two weeks before you notice your full results in some patients, but most will be fully settled in within a week. You can expect Xeomin to last 2.5-4 months. After that time, you will need follow-up treatment to continue to enjoy and maintain your wrinkle-free skin.
If you’re considering Xeomin® to smooth facial lines and achieve a more refreshed appearance, JanigaMDs offers expert care grounded in medical excellence and personalized aesthetic planning. Xeomin® is a form of botulinum toxin injections that has been rigorously studied in placebo-controlled clinical trials, showing it can safely and effectively reduce visible frown lines and moderate facial wrinkles by temporarily relaxing the muscles that contribute to these dynamic creases.
At JanigaMDs, your treatment begins with a personalized treatment plan crafted by Dr. Jennifer Janiga, a board-certified dermatologist with expertise in medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Janiga’s extensive education, including medical training at the University of Nevada and a dermatology residency at the Henry Ford Health System Department of Dermatology, equips her to assess whether Xeomin will be the most effective cosmetic injectable for your overall facial rejuvenation goals. Dr. Janiga’s reputation as a respected provider is evident in her elected memberships with the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, and Fellowship with the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Janiga is genuinely passionate about dermatology and helping people improve their self-confidence with cosmetic procedures. She has earned numerous awards highlighting her consistent treatment success and commitment to patient care, including Castle Connolly Top Doctor — Dermatologist, Best of Reno Dermatologist, Exceptional Women in Medicine, and Top Dermatologist.
Patients also benefit from the collaborative environment at JanigaMDs, with the expertise of a board-certified dermatologist and a board-certified plastic surgeon in a single practice. We are the only one of its kind in Northern Nevada. This means your Xeomin® treatment is informed by both dermatologic insight and surgical perspective, ensuring that decisions about non-surgical injections complement the broader aesthetic vision for your face and provide long-lasting enhancement for a refreshed, confident, and authentic you.
Are you bothered by forehead creases and want to quickly refresh your facial appearance? Dr. Janiga and our team at Janiga MDs will walk you through the entire process and ensure you have all the information you need. To learn more or to get started and schedule a consultation today, don’t hesitate to call our Reno office or message us via our online contact form.
Dr Jennifer Janiga is 5 stars in my mind. Always very professional and caring. I am a RN an refer her to all coworkers and friends.
Dr. Jen is the best! I have been going to her office for 6 years now and can’t see myself going to anyone else.
Highly recommend the nurse practitioner Charlotte for all your skin care needs! I had never had Botox before so I was a little nervous about it. She made me feel comfortable and did an excellent job! I went back for a touch up after the first time I got it and she was able to fix exactly what was bothering me! Excited to keep seeing her 🙂
Dr. Jennifer is the best! There are lots of options in this area when it comes to Botox and fillers and some people are better than others at projecting the outcome. She is very straight forward, tells you exactly how much she will be doing, what the results will be and at what cost. I have referred her to many of my friends all to their delight.
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