Botox has been the most well-known wrinkle-relaxing injectable for decades. These injectables help smooth out dynamic wrinkles, which result from repetitive facial movement. For example, smile lines, frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead wrinkles are all areas where repetitive facial movements result in fine lines and wrinkles.
Daxxify is an FDA-approved neuromodulator that became available in 2023. It is a unique product for several reasons. Before exploring how Daxxify in Walnut Creek is different from Botox, let’s first look at what a neuromodulator is and how it works.
A neuromodulator is a neurotoxic injection used to reduce the body’s ability to make muscle movements. Although a neurotoxic injection can sound intimidating, the FDA has approved small amounts that have a significant impact on cosmetic and other health concerns.
The bacterium, Clostridium botulinum, creates the basic neurotoxin. This is the same toxin that is responsible for botulism. The product is processed, refined, and administered in small, targeted doses. The neurotoxin works by blocking acetylcholine receptors in the muscle, so the muscle does not contract.
Daxxify has proven effective in treating medical conditions such as hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), neuropathic muscle contractions, and an overactive bladder. Daxxify can be performed in the Walnut Creek office.
Daxxify and Botox are both injectable neurotoxins that Dr. Eberlin can implement in the Walnut Creek office, but there are key differences in how they are made, how long they last, and where you can use them on the body. Botox was the first neuromodulator and has been a staple in cosmetic dermatology for over twenty years.
Botox temporarily relaxes muscles to smooth out facial wrinkles. The effects typically last between three to four months. Daxxify is an alternative that uses botulinum toxin but has a unique peptide formulation that does not require human serum albumin or any animal-derived component.
The addition of the peptide-protein molecule makes the product more stable and provides longer-lasting results. Since the product does not use human albumin or animal-derived products, it can be stored at room temperature and does not need refrigeration like Botox.
People have reported results that last up to nine months and, in some cases, one year. The longer-lasting results mean you receive fewer injections, which has the benefit of being more convenient. Daxxify may also begin working quicker than Botox in most people. Most neuromodulators take five to 10 days to see the results, while Daxxify may have results as early as one day after the treatment.
Daxxify may also help the tiny percentage of people who develop Botox resistance. This means that you see fewer results with each subsequent administration of Botox. However, because the effects of neurotoxins cannot be reversed, you might want first to use a shorter-lived option until you are sure that the results you get are what you are looking for. Daxxify is not necessarily better than Botox, but it gives people options.
During your consultation, we will discuss whether you are a good candidate for Daxxify. Because of the long-lasting results, our Walnut Creek office clinicians recommend Daxxify for people who have already tried a shorter-acting neuromodulator and are sure they will like it.
Good candidates have good overall health without any conditions that could complicate injections, like a neuromuscular disorder. People with realistic expectations about the outcome, who understand the results are temporary and that maintenance treatments will be necessary, are also good candidates.
However, it is not recommended for everyone. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, people allergic to any of the ingredients, and people with a skin infection in the area are not suitable candidates.
The procedure involves marking anatomic landmarks with a removable pencil to ensure perfect use of the product. The actual injection portion of the procedure lasts 1-2 minutes.
Suggested time off work: 0 days
Other: Minimal bruising is possible. You may return to your normal activities immediately.
If you are struggling with dynamic wrinkles, there are options available to reduce the appearance of wrinkles between your eyebrows, which can make you look perpetually angry or tired.
Call our office today to schedule your consultation for Daxxify in Walnut Creek.
DAXXIFY™ is the only long-lasting, peptide-powered frown line treatment. DAXXIFY™ for injection temporarily improves the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in adults. DAXXIFY™ may last up to twice as long as conventional frown line treatments for some.*
Results last on average 6 months—and up to 9 months for some.*
KEEP YOUR FROWN LINES SMOOTH FOR A FULL YEAR WITH AS FEW AS 2 TREATMENTS.*
CONVENTIONAL INJECTABLES LAST 3-4 MONTHS AND REQUIRE UP TO 4 TREATMENTS A YEAR TO MAINTAIN RESULTS.
DAXXIFY™ IS THE ONLY FROWN LINE TREATMENT POWERED BY A PEPTIDE. IT’S A FORMULATION UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE.
Results may vary.
*Conventional frown line treatments last 3-4 months. At least 50% of patients in clinical studies had no or minor frown lines 6 months after treatment with DAXXIFY™. In other safety studies, between 5% and 17% of patients still had noticeable improvement 9 months later.