Why Wrinkles Form
Wrinkles develop over time due to a number of factors: collagen breakdown, hormonal losses, cellular changes, damage by free radicals and muscle movement among other factors. Ultimately even those who follow strict skin regimens and avoid sun exposure cannot completely avoid muscle contraction which causes creases in the skin over time. Our facial muscles contract every time we show expression. When we raise our eyebrows in astonishment or bring them together during times of anger, we use facial muscles. As these muscles contract, the overlying skin creases and over time these lines become more pronounced causing wrinkles.
How Botox Treats Wrinkles
Botox and Dysport provide an immediate solution to smoothing out lines and wrinkles. Botox and Dysport relax facial muscles which are responsible for causing frown lines, forehead wrinkles and crows feet. Botox and Dysport are sold by the unit as every client requires a different number of units based on the size of the muscle. Most clients do require a combination of Botox and dermal fillers. Your needs will be best addressed during a complimentary consultation with us.
NOTE: Individual Results May Vary
What Are Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are a great option for treating creases by providing volume under the skin. Those used at the D&K Medical Spa all consist exclusively of naturally occurring hyaluronic acid which is present in the human body. When injected, your body does not consider them as foreign components therefore they present a very good safety profile.
Hyaluronic acid has the ability to attract and bind water molecules which helps maintain volume naturally. It is used to smooth out wrinkles, restore volume, enhance facial contours and augment lips. Restylane™ and Perlane™ are non-animal based dermal fillers which are used and recognized world wide. The main difference between the two is that the hyaluronic acid molecules are larger with Perlane™ which allows this product the ability to lift and fill deeper creases and folds.