Xeomin Sherman Oaks
Xeomin, also called incobotulinumtoxinA, is an FDA-approved treatment for glabellar lines (the wrinkles between the eyebrows). These glabellar lines are found on the glabella, and people also call them frown lines or ’11’ lines.
Xeomin can also be used in other areas of the face off-label to relax other lines and wrinkles such as forehead lines, lift brows, up-lift corners of lips, to reduce chin dimpling, and neck bands, and reduce lip wrinkles, amongst many other uses similar to Botox (see a more comprehensive list below).
What is Xeomin?
Xeomin is a type of Botulinum Toxin A. It is a protein derived from Clostridium botulinum. Xeomin is also called incobotulinumtoxinA. It relaxes the muscles between the eyebrows as well as other intended muscles, softening the appearance of wrinkles and reducing pain or other issues from overactive muscles.
Xeomin, like its counterparts Botox and Dysport, is a neuromodulation that blocks the connection between the nerves. It temporarily relaxes the muscles that cause frown lines. These muscles are the Procerus muscle and Corrugator Superficialis muscles.
Because Xeomin is the purest form of Botulinum Toxin A and doesn’t contain complex proteins like Botox, it has gotten the nickname “naked injectable”. This might reduce the risk of triggering hypersensitivity reactions, possibly making it less foreign than the other variants. However, many believe that the reduced length of the protein chain in Xeomin also results in reduced longevity compared to other brands such as Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, and Daxxify.
Xeomin relaxes targeted muscles of the face to remove the ‘11’ lines. When placed strategically by expert injectors, the other muscles that are important for a natural appearance are spared, so that you don’t have a plastic look after the procedure. You will look younger, natural, and rejuvenated!
Using Xeomin doesn’t just treat or reverse facial lines that have etched into the skin, it also is preventive. By reducing the movement of muscles that can scrunch up the skin covering it, the skin in kept in a flat/straight shape that doesn’t fold excessively. This prevents the formation of wrinkles. Needless to say, prevention is much easier than reversal of deep wrinkles.
Xeomin Benefits
Xeomin is gaining traction among cosmetic experts in the US. With great reviews, it is now a great alternative to Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, and Daxxify. Xeomin smoothes out facial wrinkle lines and makes your skin look more youthful. Below are a few reasons Xeomin may be great for you.
What Results to Expect:
- Treats Facial Lines and Wrinkles: Xeomin is effective in treating facial lines. It relaxes the muscles under the skin in targeted areas. This smooths the wrinkles out and makes you look younger and more confident.
- Treats many Medical Conditions: Xeomin can reduce pain from tight neck/shoulder area, muscle knots, tennis elbow, migraines, tension headaches, and TMJ. It can also reduce sweating in the underarms, hands, feet, and hairline/face. Other uses include the treatment of:
- Tremors
- Achalasia (tight esophageal sphincter)
- Urinary stress incontinence
- Anal fissures
- Depression
- Strabismus
- Prevents More Wrinkling: Xeomin doesn’t have just curative functions. It also prevents the further wrinkling of the skin of the glabella.
- Versatile Procedure: Even though Xeomin is FDA-approved for treating glabellar lies, it can also treat many other conditions such as crow’s feet, forehead lines, and smoker’s lines (see below for a comprehensive list of possible treatment areas.) It is versatile in application and is great for all dynamic lines, folds, and wrinkles.
- Durable Results: The results last up to 3-4 months.
- Possible Reduced Tolerance: Unlike the other variants of incobotulinumtoxinA there may be a reduced risk of developing tolerance to Xeomin due to the reduced size of the proteins. Using the other ones, there are proteins that your body can notice to form antibodies. Xeomin due to its smaller protein size, some believe that it is less detectable by the body’s immune system.
- Convenient Procedure: The procedure is quick, lasting about 5-10 minutes. It also has minimal downtime. You can get back home a few hours post-procedure.
- Minimal Risk: The procedure is relatively safe. It has little or no permanent risks. There is also minimal risk of an allergic reaction. This is because it does not have any complex proteins attached to it.
- Minimally Invasive Procedure: This procedure is non-surgical. It doesn’t require the use of general anesthesia and excludes surgical risks.
How Long Will Results Last?
A Xeomin injection procedure takes 5-15 minutes to finish. Results will start to show in 7-10 days and they last for 3-4 months. Here are a few things that can make it last longer:
- Adequate skincare
- Touch-up sessions
- Avoiding excess exposure to sunlight
- Other anti-aging products
- Zinc intake
Xeomin Cost & Pricing Structure
Xeomin is usually charged per unit used. The price of the procedure depends on several factors — the number of units used, the geographical location where the procedure is done, the expertise of the administrator, and the desired result.
- US National Average: $200-$300 per area of treatment
- Our Price: Competitive. Please check our monthly specials for current savings.
- Additional Costs: It does not require additional costs as it is done in the doctor’s office.
- Insurance: This procedure is a minimally invasive procedure used usually for cosmetic goals. Most insurance companies do not cover aesthetic procedures. We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience.
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How the Procedure Works
Xeomin is a minimally invasive procedure. It can be done at the doctor’s office. While it doesn’t need anesthetic due to its minimal discomfort, we have numbing agents available for our patients free of charge.
Before & Preparation
- One to two weeks before the procedure, avoid blood-thinning medications like Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Ginkgo Biloba, Vitamin E, etc.
- Don’t drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes at least 48 hours before the procedure. This can reduce the risk of bruising.
- Go into your visit with a clean face, void of makeup.
The first step is a consultation session with an expert. During the session, the expert will:
- Explore your desires and help set your expectations.
- Inform you properly of the procedure.
- Check to ensure that you’re a good candidate for the procedure.
- If you’re prone to cold sores, you may be given anti-viral treatment before the procedure.
During the Procedure
- Duration: 10-20 minutes
- Site of injection: Depends on the desired goals
- Needle used: Ultra slim needle
- Pain: Slight discomfort
- Anesthesia: Topical anesthetic ointment, ice, or none
- Step-by-Step Guide:
- The injector cleans the site for the injection.
- Xeomin is then injected via an ultra-slim needle into the targeted muscles.
- A cold compress can be done to minimize swelling and bruising.
Aftercare & Recovery
- Contract the treated muscle twice every 15 minutes for 4 hours after treatment. (ie. Try to frown if frown lines were treated and raise your eyebrows up and down if forehead lines were treated).
- Sit up for the first 4 hours after Xeomin treatment (do not lie down).
- Avoid taking blood thinners for about 24 hours post-procedure.
- Don’t use Alcohol, Caffeine, Cigarettes, or high-sodium foods 24-48 hours after the procedure.
- Don’t apply excess pressure to the treated areas till after a few days.
- Avoid strenuous activities and exercises for the first four hours after the procedure.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight after the procedure.
Treatment Areas
The area where Xeomin is FDA-approved for treatment is the Glabellar frown lines. However, Xeomin can also be used for certain other treatments. These include:
Facial Aesthetics
- Crow’s Feet around the eyes
- Smoker’s Lines around the lips
- Masseters (TMJ, grinding, clenching muscles)
- Narrowing a Wide Lower Face
- Horizontal Line On The Forehead
- Bunny Lines (around the nose)
- Brow Lift
- Lip Lift/Lip Flip
- Upper Eyelid Lift (lifting and opening the eyes)
- Lifting Corners of the Mouth
- Chin Dimpling
Medical Treatments
- Gummy Smile
- Nasal Tip Lift
- Nasal Flaring
- Active Acne Reduction
- Scar Prevention in Healing Wounds
- Jowl Lift (Nephritis)
- Undereye Lines
- Facial Asymmetry
- Treatment of Depression
- Neck bands (AKA vertical Neck Lines, or “Turkey Neck”)
- Migraine
- Tension Headache
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) of hands, feet, scalp
- Muscle Knots/Pressure Points
- Tense Shoulders/Neck
- Tennis Elbow
- Other specialized medical conditions such as Achalasia (tight esophageal sphincter), hand tremors, anal fissures, stress incontinence, strabismus, contractures, etc…
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Am I a Good Candidate for Xeomin?
If you are an adult and desire to treat any of the conditions mentioned above, then this or similar other neuromodulator procedures are for you. Xeomin treatment is great for both and female patients. It is safe and produces amazing results.
The ideal candidate for this procedure:
- Age: >18 years
- BMI: <30
- Lifestyle: Active
- Desire: Smoothing of facial lines and wrinkles or relaxation of other muscles
The following may make you ineligible for Xeomin treatment.
- If you are on anticholinergics
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- If you have a known hypersensitivity to Botulinum Toxin
- History of neuromuscular diseases like multiple sclerosis
Similar & Related Procedures
- Botox: Botox is also a neuromodulator from Botulinum Toxin A. It was the first neuromodulator on the market that prevents facial muscles from moving, restricting facial contractions that cause wrinkles.
- Dysport: Dysport is also a neuromodulator. It kicks in a bit quicker than other neuromodulators and diffuses a bit more.
- Jeuveau: A neuromodulator similar to Botox in effect and duration.
- Daxxify: A neuromodulator that received FDA approval at double dose, hence resulting in longer duration of results.
- Dermal Fillers: These fillers smooth out wrinkles by filling the hollows formed by lost fat under the skin.They last about 6 months to 2 years.
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Side Effects & Risks
Even though Xeomin treatment is relatively safe, it has some risks and can have potential side effects.
- Headaches: In about 2% of patients they have noticed headaches post-procedure. This can be from the trauma of needle punctures.
- Effects of the injection: After the procedure, you may notice certain side effects on the site of injection. These include:
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Redness
- Temporary Swelling for 10 minutes to a couple of hours
- Blepharospasm: Injection into the Orbicularis Oris will cause slow blinking and cause dry eyes
- Spread of Toxin: Sometimes, the effect of the toxin spreads beyond the site of injection and can cause neighboring muscles to relax resulting in:
- Facial asymmetry
- Brow or lid droop
- Difficulty swallowing
- Difficulty breathing
- Blurred vision
Xeomin Reviews
‘’ I am now a very serious fan of Dr soleiman, Her honesty and integrity as well as her deep knowledge of injectables will astound you ! I adore her gentle and soft touch when I go in for injectables. I had heard many times the lines around my eye, forehead and deep creases in my area by the mouth and above it could only be helped by surgery ! Well none of that was true , Once I went to Dr. Soliemans office. ALL deep wrinkles are now gone ! and just with injectables ! Amen ! ‘’
Countessa, healthgrades.com
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Xeomin FAQs
Does Xeomin have botulinum toxin?
Yes, it does. Like its counterparts — Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, and Daxxify, Xeomin is a type of Botulinum toxin. It differs from the other neuromodulators currently on the market because it doesn’t contain any extra proteins. It is called the ‘naked’ injectable. This possibly makes it less likely to lead to resistance.
Is Xeomin better than Botox?
Different neuromodulators can have varying results on different people. Xeomin has a smaller protein size which some argue reduces its longevity, while others state that it reduces the risk of developing resistance to it.
What is Xeomin used for?
Xeomin is a neuromodulator used commonly in facial rejuvenation. It is FDA-approved for smoothing out glabellar frown lines, also called ’11’ lines. It can also be used for other facial wrinkles, dynamic lines, and folds, and to reduce pain from overactive muscles.
What is the risk of Xeomin?
Xeomin is relatively safe. However, there are risks and side effects linked to the injection of Xeomin. Some of these risks are headaches, pain, bruising, droopy eyelids, dysphagia, breathing difficulty, muscle weakness, etc. Visit your consultant if you notice any of these symptoms post-procedure.
How long does Xeomin last?
Xeomin treatment results are seen between 7-10 days and last between 2-4 months. Maintaining adequate skincare, taking zinc supplements, scheduling touch-up sessions, avoiding excessive sunlight, and use of other anti-aging products can help the results last longer.
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