Dynamic wrinkles are caused by contractions of the delicate underlying facial muscles every time you smile, laugh or frown. The more emotion you show, the deeper these wrinkles and lines are likely to be. While you may have earned every one of your worry lines, you don't have to show them anymore.

Now, thanks to a new use for an approved drug, dynamic lines can be dramatically softened. The procedure known as cosmetic denervation uses Botox^® injections to improve the appearance of worry lines, frown lines, laugh lines, crow's feet and other dynamic wrinkles.

Botox^® blocks impulses from the nerve to the tiny facial muscles that are related to expression lines. Botox^® injections relax the muscles so they do not contract. After treatment, the overlying skin remains smooth and unwrinkled while the untreated facial muscles contract in a normal fashion, allowing normal facial expression to be unaffected.

Cosmetic denervation with Botox^® is a simple and safe procedure. Using a tiny micro-needle, a very small amount of Botox^® is injected, very precisely, into several locations on the face. Because the needle is so fine and only a small amount of liquid is used, the pain associated with the injections is minimal. Most patients compare the sensation to a bug bite. No sedation or local anesthetic is required, and you can resume normal activities immediately. You can even drive yourself home or back to the office. Some patients experience a slight temporary bruising at the injection site. This usually can be covered with make-up.

In addition to Botox^®, we provide additional wrinkle removal procedures such as collagen/ filler injections, Photorejuvenation, and laser resurfacing.

Dr. Junker is a leading physician in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Located in the Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia area, we have helped people across the country look and feel younger. Schedule a free consultation today and discover how you can benefit from cosmetic Botox^® injections.