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Neuromodulators (Botox) are proteins injected into the muscles of the face and neck to temporarily relax muscle activity and smooth the skin.
This muscle relaxation helps reduce the appearance of expression lines and gives the face a smoother, more youthful look — without surgery or downtime.
Les neuromodulators (often called Botox) offer a proven, fully non-surgical solution to reduce expression lines and refresh the face. Approved by Health Canada and used for decades in aesthetic medicine, they allow an immediate return to daily activities. When performed by a qualified professional, results are natural and preserve the full expressiveness of the face.
Neuromodulators adapt to several areas: forehead to soften horizontal lines, glabella (between the eyebrows) to erase frown lines, eye area to reduce crow's feet, chin to smooth orange-peel skin, and neck to soften platysmal bands. Botox also treats hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and bruxism (teeth grinding).
The session begins with a personalized consultation to assess your needs, your natural expressions and your overall health. Neuromodulators are then injected with ultra-fine needles at precise points on the face. The session lasts 15 to 30 minutes. No anesthesia is required and discomfort is generally minimal. You can resume your activities immediately.
The first effects of neuromodulators appear in 2 to 5 days and the optimal result is reached after 10 to 14 days. The effect lasts on average 3 to 6 months, depending on metabolism, treated area and dose. Regular maintenance sessions are recommended to preserve the smooth, youthful appearance of the skin. To learn more, consult information from Health Canada ainsi que celles de la American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Side effects of neuromodulators are generally mild and temporary: redness, slight swelling or bruising at the injection site, which fade within a few days. More rarely, a mild headache or temporary asymmetry may occur. Our team will provide precise recommendations to optimize your recovery. Don't hesitate to contact us for any question.
No heavy preparation is required before a neuromodulator session, but a few precautions optimise the result and limit bruising. Avoid alcohol and anti-inflammatories (aspirin, ibuprofen) during the 48 hours preceding the injection, unless prescribed by a doctor. Arrive with a clean face, without makeup. If you take supplements such as ginkgo biloba, omega-3 or vitamin E, let our team know during the consultation: they can increase the risk of bruising.
Neuromodulators are contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, in case of neuromuscular disease (myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), active infection on the area to be treated or known allergy to one of the components. The consultation allows us to rule out any contraindication and to tailor the protocol to your profile. If a particular situation justifies postponing an injection, our team will offer you an alternative or an adapted schedule.
The effect of a neuromodulator lasts on average 3 to 6 months. To maintain a uniform result, most patients return two to three times per year. With regular sessions, the treated muscles get used to relaxing and expression lines often become less pronounced over time, sometimes allowing appointments to be spaced further apart. Our team adjusts dosage and frequency to your metabolism and personal objectives.