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The Good Life Centre for Women
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~Botulinum Toxin A~
for the treatment of fine wrinkles of the forhead, frown lines between the eyebrows and smile lines (crow's feet) alongside the eyes.
($10/unit every day) Spring Special!! $9/unit
Good Only Through April 30th
xeo1Botulinum Toxin Type A (known commonly by the brand name Botox®) is the protein produced by the bacteria Clostridium Botulinum and not the organism itself.  It was discovered that when used in very small amounts in certain muscles of the face, it can produce a temporary, controlled paralysis and thus, a more youthful appearance by reducing the fine wrinkles caused by these contracted muscles.  Botox was the first to be approved by the FDA with two others having since been brought to market (Dysport® and Xeomin®).  There are some subtle advantages to these other brands that have been described by clinicians as well as studies, but for the most part, they all work effectively to create the desired end result.  Though Botox was originally approved for use to reduce the frown lines that occur between the eyebrows, expanded application has received widespread acceptance in the treatment of forhead wrinkles as well as the smile lines (or crow's feet) around the eyes. 

At the Good Life Centre, we are pleased to offer the most advanced form of botulinum toxin A - Xeomin®, and strive to provide the most accurate and precise delivery of the medication so that patient satisfaction is achieved.   We always use freshly reconstituted, fully potent product.

xeo2Our pricing is very competetive with each unit costing only $10.

When deciding to receive treatments with Botulinum Toxin Type A, it is important to know ahead of time what sort of cost you are looking at.  The table below helps to delineate this for you.  Everyone is different and depending on the extent of the muscle contraction we are trying to reduce, it may require more or less of the medicine, hence the range noted.  The goal is to use just the right amount since an optimal result is the objective.
Frown Lines
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Depending on the extent of the muscle action responsible for these lines, the amount of medication needed can range from a simple 6 units treatment all the way up to 30 units.  This one area has the widest potential range of the three treatment sites. Most patients require 20-24.
Forehead Wrinkles
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As we have all likely observed, the wrinkles on the forehead can be simple or extensive.  Fortunately, this region is very sensitive to the effects of the medication and therefore does not require a great deal to achieve the desired results.  The range of units needed is from 10-20, with most requiring 18.
Smile Lines (Crow's Feet)
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When assessing the need for this region of the face, the extent that the wrinkles extend laterally is what determines the needed amount.  The usual dose is pretty standard for most, that being 24 units.  It may require slightly less or more, again, depending on the individual.

Risks of Botulinum Toxin Type A   -  Please Read Carefully.

BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) Important Information

Indication
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in people 18 to 65 years of age for a short period of time (temporary).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening. Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of these problems any time (hours to weeks) after injection of BOTOX® Cosmetic:

  • Problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing, due to weakening of associated muscles, can be severe and result in loss of life. You are at the highest risk if these problems are pre-existing before injection. Swallowing problems may last for several months
  • Spread of toxin effects. The effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas away from the injection site and cause serious symptoms including: loss of strength and all-over muscle weakness, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice (dysphonia), trouble saying words clearly (dysarthria), loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing. If this happens, do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities

The dose of BOTOX® Cosmetic is not the same as, or comparable to, another botulinum toxin product.

There has not been a confirmed serious case of spread of toxin effect when BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used at the recommended dose to treat frown lines.

Serious and/or immediate allergic reactions have been reported. They include: itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you are wheezing or have asthma symptoms, or if you become dizzy or faint.

Do not take BOTOX® Cosmetic if you: are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic (see Medication Guide for ingredients); had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc® (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA), or Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA); have a skin infection at the planned injection site.

Tell your doctor about all your muscle or nerve conditions, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease), myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, as you may be at increased risk of serious side effects including severe dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and respiratory compromise (difficulty breathing) from typical doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic.

Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including: plans to have surgery; had surgery on your face; weakness of forehead muscles, such as trouble raising your eyebrows; drooping eyelids; any other abnormal facial change; are pregnant or plan to become pregnant (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic can harm your unborn baby); are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic passes into breast milk).

Human albumin and spread of viral diseases. BOTOX® Cosmetic contains albumin, a protein component of human blood. The potential risk of spreading viral diseases [eg Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD)] via human serum albumin is extremely rare. No cases of viral diseases or CJD have ever been reported in association with human serum albumin.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Using BOTOX® Cosmetic with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received BOTOX® Cosmetic in the past.

Especially tell your doctor if you: have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last 4 months; have received injections of botulinum toxin, such as Myobloc®, Dysport®, or Xeomin® in the past (be sure your doctor knows exactly which product you received); have recently received an antibiotic by injection; take muscle relaxants; take an allergy or cold medicine; or take a sleep medicine.

Other side effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic include: dry mouth, discomfort or pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, neck pain, and eye problems: double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, drooping eyelids, swelling of your eyelids, and dry eyes.

For more information refer to the Medication Guide or talk with your doctor.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

 

 

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