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Neuromodulators

Neuromodulators are proteins derived from bacteria that have medicinal uses by virtue of their being able to block the transport of certain chemical across nerve endings.

The most common neuromodulator is Botox but there are several FDA-approved and equivalent products on the market. The most common uses for these drugs are to relax overactive muscles and inhibit sweat and salivary gland production. From a facial aesthetics standpoint, injections of these products help to eradicate unwanted wrinkles, modify the shape of the brows, nose, lips, chin, and shrink large muscles or salivary glands that are causing undesirable issues.

Neuromodulators are proteins derived from bacteria that have medicinal uses by virtue of their being able to block the transport of certain chemical across nerve endings.

Dr. Frankel has over twenty five years of experience and is a leading expert and author of the original studies utilizing Botox to elevate the eyebrows and to improve the shape of the chin. He often applies botox in ways other injectors would never think to do so and performs his injections as if it were an art form.

Dr. Frankel prefers to inject patients when they are awake and seated upright and interacting with him.

The Neuromodulator Procedure

A topical anesthetic or ice may be used to numb the area if necessary, though most of the time the procedure causes little pain and is well tolerated without either. Dr. Frankel prefers to inject patients when they are awake and seated upright and interacting with him.

Although these products work very similarly, there are subtle differences between them that come into play.

Which Neuromodulator is best for me?

Although these products work very similarly, there are subtle differences between them that come into play. Dr. Frankel uses three neuromodulators in his practice, Botox, Dysport, and Juveau, and chooses the specific product he feels is best for whatever the effect he is trying to achieve. Rarely a patient will have a lackluster response to one product but still respond vigorously to another. Allergies and side effects are extremely rare and similar for each of these neuromodulators.

DR. FRANKEL’S NOTES

Simple and effective procedure

Simple and effective procedure

*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.

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Preparation & Expectations of Neuromodulator Treatment

Preparation for Neuromodulators Procedure

Preparation for Neuromodulators Procedure

There is very little preparation required for neuromodulator injections however it is best to avoid certain medications and supplements that might lead to increased bruising. These drugs should not be injected if you are pregnant.

Length of Neuromodulators treatment

Length of Neuromodulators treatment

Aesthetic injections are a very quick procedure, taking mere minutes after the prep-work has been done. The number of injections will dictate the total time the procedure takes, though it is generally about 15 minutes.

Recovery time from Neuromodulators treatment

Recovery time from Neuromodulators treatment

Right after the injections there might be some needle marks, bruising and swelling. Applying pressure to the injected areas is to be avoided to prevent spread of the medicine.

Neuromodulators Aftercare

Neuromodulators Aftercare

Neuromodulator injections are not permanent and will need to be “touched-up” at regular intervals. The average duration of effectiveness is four months but varies depending on the area treated.

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What neuromodulators office is near me?

If you live near Beverly Hills, CA, DR. Andrew Frankel, offers neuromodulators among its services and is conveniently located at 201 S Lasky Dr Beverly Hills, CA 90212.

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