Daxxify Treatment from U.S. Dermatology Partners

About Daxxify

Daxxify, daxibotulinumtoxin A or daxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm, is an innovative new neurotoxin injectable treatment that delivers results like those that are possible with Botox, Jeuveau, and other botulinum toxin injections. Daxxify uses the clostridium botulinum bacteria and the protein RTP004 to temporarily halt muscle contractions that lead to wrinkles and increase the appearance of fine lines. The RTP004 protein is used to stabilize Daxxify during shipping and storage, but it is also proven to stabilize the ingredients after injection, leading to longer-lasting results. Receiving regular injections as directed by your dermatologist, relaxes the muscles and diminishes the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Daxxify was formulated specifically to address the appearance of frown lines and wrinkles around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and on the forehead.

Before treatment, the injection sites are cleaned. Numbing cream can be applied to minimize discomfort during treatment, but most patients can tolerate the mildly uncomfortable, pinching sensation of administration even without topical numbing. Each person’s specific Daxxify treatment plan will vary based on their specific needs, but most dermatologists will recommend injections at the sides of the eye (crow’s feet area) above the eyebrows, and between the eyebrows. The needle used to administer Daxxify is a very small gauge, and the entire treatment only takes about ten to fifteen minutes.

Immediately following and for a day after treatment, you may notice some redness or mild bruising around the injection site. These initial effects after injection typically clear up within a few hours of treatment. Results begin to develop within a few days of treatment, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles will continue to diminish for up to two weeks after the initial treatment.

Following your first treatment session, your dermatologist may want to schedule a check-in session after a few weeks or a month to ensure you’re seeing the desired results. They may also ask you to come in after three or four months to ensure the longevity of results and schedule your retreatment visit. Once your dermatologist has a good idea of how your body will process Daxxify, they will set up a regular retreatment schedule to ensure you maintain results.

Daxxify Treatment – Are You a Candidate?

Daxxify is recommended for temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe fine lines and facial wrinkles. Patients who have moderate to severe frown lines are especially likely to benefit from Daxxify, but it has proven most beneficial to improve the appearance of glabellar (frown) lines and fine lines and wrinkles on the top half of the face.

This FDA-approved neurotoxin injection is safe for most people, but there are situations when Daxxify isn’t the right option.

Reasons someone would not be a good candidate for Daxxify include:

• Past sensitivity or adverse response to botulinum toxin injections or ingredients present in Daxxify
• Receiving other neurotoxin injections with Daxxify may be possible with caution and at the discretion of the dermatologist, but treatment should be carefully monitored
• Taking muscle relaxants or other medications with neuromuscular transmission that could interfere with or intensify the results of Daxxify
• Having skin infections or flare-ups in chronic skin conditions
• Being diagnosed with a bleeding disorder
• Children under the age of 12 should not receive Daxxify treatment
• Pregnant or nursing women should not receive Daxxify treatment
• Regularly undergoing light treatments, laser therapy, chemical peels, or dermabrasion may make Daxxify more likely to cause irritation and inflammation

Benefits of Daxxify

There are many benefits to Daxxify treatment. The most obvious is the improvement in appearance. Clinical studies showed that about half of people who received Daxxify treatment noticed a significant improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines. Within a few days and up to two months after treatment, frown lines were mild or not visible at all. These results remained consistent, delivering a noticeable improvement in appearance for six months or longer.

Some of the many benefits of treatment with Daxxify include:

• Longer lasting results compared with other neuromodulator injectable treatments with retreatment typically only recommended twice a year
• Effective in the treatment of stubborn or more severe lines, including crow’s feet, frown lines, and deep forehead wrinkles
• Helps to prevent the development of additional wrinkles
• Minimally invasive, fast, and comfortable treatment

Possible Side Effects

While Daxxify is FDA-Approved and considered safe for use, as with any medication, there are some possible side effects. The side effects are almost always topical, and they can be alleviated with healing creams. Many of the common side effects will clear up on their own as the body processes the injection.

These common side effects include:

• Redness, bruising, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site
• Drooping eyelid
• Frozen facial features
• Headache
• Dry eye or reduced blinking

In addition to these common and less serious side effects, there are some reports of rare side effects that may be more serious, including:

• Difficulty swallowing or breathing caused by swelling and hives on the lips, tongue, or face
• Spread to other areas may occur in rare cases for the first few hours or weeks after treatment
• Allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, is possible and requires immediate, emergency care if you notice shortness of breath, fever, swelling, rashes, or hives
• Worsening of preexisting medical conditions can occur, so it’s important to make a full disclosure of all medical conditions to your dermatologist before treatment

Cost of Daxxify

Because Daxxify treatment is customized to each patient, the cost can vary greatly. For that reason, it’s important to schedule a consultation with your dermatologist to determine the cost of your individual treatment plan. During your consultation, the dermatologist will examine your skin and walk through the recommended treatment plan and prices.

Where to Get Daxxify

U.S. Dermatology Partners has numerous locations across eight states, so chances are there is a location near your home or office that offers Daxxify treatment. Getting started is quick and easy. Simply complete our online scheduling request form. Then, a dermatology team member will be in touch to finalize the details of your visit.

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