Neuromodulators
At Mariposa Transformation Wellness Center & Med Spa in Albuquerque, NM, you'll find a tranquil space dedicated to rejuvenation and revival. We believe that the path to wellness lies in holistic and integrative treatment, a philosophy embodied in the range of services we provide. Among the many treatments at our Wellness Center, we offer Neuromodulators … aka Neurotoxins.
⚡️ Major Neuromodulator Brands
- Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA)
- Daxxify (DaxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm)
- Dysport (AbobotulinumtoxinA)
- Jeuveau (PrabotulinumtoxinA)
- Letybo (LetibotulinumtoxinA-wlbg)
- Xeomin (IncobotulinumtoxinA)
❓ How do Neuromodulators Work:
- Neuromodulators work by blocking the release of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction, which is the point where nerves and muscles communicate
- When Neuromodulators are injected into specific muscles, they temporarily block nerve signals to muscles and subsequently temporarily paralyze the muscles injected
✨ Indications
- Aesthetics
- Fine Lines / Wrinkles
- Reduce Pore Size / Reduce Sweating / Reduce Oil (with Microneedling)
- Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
- Migraines
- TMJ Disorder
NOTE: Some Treatment areas are Off-Label Use
- Off-label use refers to prescribing a medication for a different purpose than those formally approved by the FDA and found in the package labeling of the drug
- The FDA does not mandate how a doctor practices medicine or what drugs they prescribe for any particular condition
🚩 Contraindications
- < 18 Years of Age
- Pregnancy / Nursing
- Autoimmune / Neurologic Disorders
- History of Severe Allergic Reaction to Neuromodulators or Formulation Components
⚠️ Common & Temporary Side Effects / Risks
- Injection Site Reactions: Redness, Swelling, Pain
- Bruising
- Headache
- Flu-Like Symptoms
- Temporary Drooping
- Asymmetry
- Dry Eyes or Excessive Tearing (when injected around the eye)
⚠️ Less Common Side Effects / Risks
- Localized Muscle Weakness (Nearby unintended areas)
- Difficulty Swallowing or Speaking (Neck Injections)
- Nausea / Dizziness
- Skin Rash / Itching (Allergic Reaction)
⚠️ Rare but Serious Side Effects / Risks
- Spread of Toxin Effects: Muscle Weakness, Vision Changes, Severe Difficulty Swallowing / Speaking
- Anaphylaxis: Severe Difficulty Breathing
- Formation of Antibodies – Repeated frequent treatments may reduce efficacy over time
🤔 Things to Consider
- Animated Wrinkles – Wrinkles with Facial Expressions
- Static Wrinkles – Lines / Wrinkles when the Face is at Rest
- Neuromodulators are a great way to prevent / delay the progression of wrinkles
- If you have Static Wrinkles, Neuromodulators, may help progression, but will not correct Static Wrinkles … Improvement of Static Wrinkles requires implementation of other aesthetic modalities (Microneedling [Pen or RF], Lasers, PDO Threads, etc.) in a series of treatments
- Lifestyle is Highly Contributory to Skin Health – Smoking, Alcohol, Concentrated Sweets, Processed Foods will Facilitate Poor Skin Health
