Botulinum therapy is used to reduce migraine frequency, alleviate the symptoms of Bells’ Palsy and soften wrinkles.  Dr. Brozowski administers all medical treatments personally and utilizes all three neuromodulators approved for use in the U.S.:  Botox, Dysport & Xeomin, and is experienced with their subtle differences.  

Botulinum injection is ideal for treating lines of the upper face, such as frown lines of the brow, the forehead and crows' feet around the eyes  In addition to softening lines of expression, many people find that their headache frequency is reduced and migraine sufferers report a reduction in migraines.  Studies have also shown that relaxing the frown with botulinum actually decreases depression through biofeedback.

The use of Botulinum neuromodulators one of the most popular treatments in the world, as treatment of the frown lines make people respond to us more favorably and helps combat ageism that is prevalent in the workplace, especially in the tech industry.  Schedule a consultation to find out if you are a candidate for Dysport, Botox or Xeomin. Dr. Christine Brozowski offers Botulinum treatments in both her Berkeley and Ketchum offices. 

*From 1/1/05 to 11/1/19, Dr. Brozowski performed over 5,000 individual injectable Botulinum procedures. 

Benefits
Botox, Dysport and Xeomin medications can improve facial lines and wrinkling as well as reducing migraine frequency and addressing the asymmetry caused by Bells’ Palsy. 

Areas that can be treated include:

• Frown lines of the brow
• Horizontal lines of the forehead
• Crows' feet area around the eyes
• 'Bunny lines' of the bridge of the nose
• Vertical lines around the lips, sometimes called smokers' lines
• Wrinkles of the neck or prominent tendons in the neck
• Drooping or uneven brows
• Dimpling of the chin, or 'peach pit' appearance of the chin
• Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, of the underarms or palms*
• Migraine or headache prevention*
• Alleviation of Bells' Palsy symptoms* including an asymmetrical smile or drooping eyelid

*Botulinum treatment for migraine, Bells' Palsy or sweating is eligible for Flexible Spending or Health Care Savings Account benefits. Please ask any of our staff for more information.

Before & After

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Q&A

What can I expect?

Botox, Dysport and Xeomin are natural, purified protein complexes that are injected with a tiny needle into a specific area, which relaxes the muscle's contraction. As the muscle relaxes, the skin overlying the muscle softens and the wrinkles in the skin gradually smooth out.  Initial treatments last 3-4 months; subsequent treatments last up to six months, and may provide more effect than the initial treatment. For deeper wrinkles, an additional filler agent may be used to smoothen static lines.

I want to look natural.

It is important to consider the artistic training, as well as the medical training, of the physician administering Botox.  Dr. Brozowski’s unique approach includes hyper-concentrating the botulinum and applying it in small quantities to specific fibers within the muscle. This results in a relaxation of the muscles causing facial lines, but allows the muscle to move to maintain a natural expression.  Dr. Brozowski has extensive experience with all three botulinums, and can advise you on the best treatment for your facial features. The three botulinum products are very similar, but the subtle differences that may benefit one patient vs. another, especially considering the location injected.  Repeated treatments are recommended to prevent future lines from forming and migraines from returning. 

What are the safety concerns and possible side effects?

Safety is of utmost importance.  Therefore, cosmetic services are performed exclusively by the doctor. You are never passed off to technicians or nurses for medical care, as done at medispas. In the hands of a physician with proper cosmetic training, botulinums are very safe with minimal risk of side effects.   Long-term, repeated use, does not increase the risk of adverse events.  Botox, Dysport and Xeomin have all been approved by the FDA for the reduction of wrinkles.

What is the level of discomfort during and after the treatment?

When botulinum is injected it may cause a minor pricking sensation. As Dr. Brozowski has so much experience with injecting, she is able to perform the procedure very quickly and painlessly. Patients can continue their daily routine immediately after the treatment.

What is the cost?

Compared to other aesthetic treatment options, Botox Cosmetic is relatively inexpensive. According to a survey by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, it is one of the least costly facial aesthetic procedures. 

Referenced from “Botulinum:  Botox, Dysport & Xeomin”