XEOMIN v. BOTOX

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What is XEOMIN? 

XEOMIN is a BOTOX competitor that was introduced in 2011. It works very similarly to BOTOX and is administered in exactly the same way as BOTOX. Because XEOMIN is a little less popular, there are frequent specials to gain interest.

What is  BOTOX?

Botox is synthetically derived Botulinum Toxin.  It is injected into muscles to relax them.  By relaxing muscles and softening facial expressions, it softens and reduces the appearance of lines on the face.

Which product does Dr. Rosenberger use the most? 
We have used XEOMIN in the office since 2014.  Primarily, Dr. Rosenberger uses BOTOX since founding Appalachian Spring Dermatology in 2005 because that is the name people know and expect.

Which is better? 
Scientifically, maybe XEOMIN, but BOTOX has the longevity of use. The BOTOX molecule has some accessory proteins attached to it. XEOMINremoved those extra proteins.  In real life patient use, the two can be used interchangeably.  We have some patients that prefer one over the other, but that is an individual preference.

Is it safe? 
Yes, all Botulinum Toxins are extremely safe when it is REAL product administered by an EXPERIENCED medical professional.

What do you mean “real”? 
There is lots of black-market product available at a lower cost.  You can know you are receiving real product by verifying that the physician purchases product from the only legitimate source.

What qualifies as experienced? 
Well, this is harder to judge but use your gut.  Dr. Rosenberger was trained to administer BOTOX during her residency and received a certificate from her training at a BOTOX® Cosmetic National Education Facility in 2004. Personally, Dr. Rosenberger has administered well over 5,000 BOTOX treatments.  That’s experience.  We encourage patients to ask about the injector’s experience and ask to see some before and after photos.  Check out our website to see some of our before and after shots.

Any other benefit to picking one or the other? 
You can often save a lot of money with Brilliant Distinctions.  BOTOX and all Allergan products, including Kybella, Juvederm, Latisse, and Coolsculpting, have a rewards program called Brilliant Distinctions.  I encourage my patients to register and take advantage of this. XEOMIN has occasional promotions through the Xperience Program.

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