Neurotoxins
In Gainesville, FL
Neurotoxins, such as Botox® are injectable treatments that aim to reduce muscle tone and activity in the face.
By discouraging the excessive use of certain muscles when making facial expressions, patients will quickly notice that the skin around their injection site is taut and smooth, with their wrinkles either softening in appearance or disappearing entirely. Our experienced medical aestheticians are trained to painlessly apply these neuromodulators to the forehead or eyebrow region, where wrinkles and fine lines are most common. Results should appear within a week. If interested, contact North Florida Plastic Surgery Center today to see if a wrinkle relaxing treatment would work for you!
Botox is one of the most popular wrinkle relaxing treatments. Known worldwide for its age-defying effects, Botox is an FDA-approved method to quickly and non-surgically subtract years from your current age.
During your appointment, our medical aestheticians will inject Botox into the facial muscles. This neuromodulator then blocks the signals from the brain that regulate muscle contraction during acts of smiling, frowning, or laughing. Rather than cause muscles to contract during facial expressions, Botox® relaxes the facial muscles, creating a wrinkle-free and refreshed look.
Forehead fine lines and wrinkles, often referred to as frown lines, can give the appearance of stress, fatigue, or premature aging.
To smooth these lines, we offer Daxxify®, the only long-lasting, peptide-powered injectable FDA-approved to improve the look of moderate-to-severe frown lines in adults. Daxxify delivers natural-looking, beautiful results that can last between three to four months. The treatment is quick, minimally painful, and provides consistent, reliable outcomes.
Botox, and Daxxify treatments have comparable effects on fine lines and wrinkles, and are recommended to our patients interchangeably depending on their preferences, budget, and timeline.
Botox is well-suited for patients who are risk-averse, want to treat larger areas of their face, and don’t mind regular injections.
It has been FDA approved for over 20 years, making it the most widely studied and reliable neurotoxin injectable on the market.
If you are seeking an injection that will consistently reduce signs of facial aging in a matter of days, contact us to learn more about our FDA-approved Botox® injectables today!
Daxxify expands on the capabilities of traditional Botox by using peptides to increase the effectiveness and longevity of the wrinkle-reducing treatment.
Peptides bind more effectively to the nerve cells in your face than traditional neurotoxins can, resulting in more rapid and enduring results than traditional treatment options can produce. This makes Daxxify a solid choice for patients who want longer-lasting results with fewer treatment sessions.
Dr. John W. Tyrone, founder of North Florida Plastic Surgery, is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his years of surgical experience and a longstanding reputation in the Gainesville community.
His commitment to patient safety and surgical excellence helped establish the foundation that the practice continues to build upon today.
Dr. David Mateo de Acosta is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his signature "Body by Mateo" breast and body contouring procedures.
Originally from Havana, Cuba, Dr. David Mateo’s diverse academic background and global surgical training have helped him become an intentional, efficient, and adaptive surgeon. Additionally, Dr. David Mateo is fluent in Spanish, enabling him to assist a diverse range of patients in achieving their beauty goals. Now serving patients across North Florida, Dr. David Mateo is an experienced plastic surgeon, dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals.
Neurotoxins are harmless when administered in small and controlled doses by a trained medical professional. In fact, some neurotoxin treatments have even been shown to improve symptoms of certain chronic conditions, such as migraines, hyperhidrosis, and muscle spasms.
At most, Botox should be administered every 3 – 4 months. Daxxify treatments only need to be repeated every 6 months for optimal results.
When administered in moderation by an experienced medical professional, neurotoxins such as Botox and Daxxify will not make your face appear unnatural, stiff, or frozen. Our specialized wrinkle-reducing treatments are designed to leave you looking youthful, natural, and rejuvenated.
Neurotoxins are often used in younger patients to prevent wrinkles from forming due to repeated muscle contractions over time. If you are interested in preventative neurotoxin treatment, reach out to North Florida Plastic Surgery Center to learn more today!
Adults who are interested in preventing, reversing, or minimizing signs of aging through non-invasive injections are ideal candidates for neurotoxin treatments.
