The Differences Between Daxxify and Botox: What You Need to Know
Posted March 14, 2023 in Injectables
If you’ve heard a lot about Daxxify, then you’ve likely heard that it’s similar to Botox. In fact, there are a lot of Botox alternatives on the market, but not all of them are unique like Daxxify. If you’re looking for the absolute best way to get rid of fine lines and wrinkles, or if you’ve tried Botox before, then Daxxify may be for you. Here’s what to know about this exciting new option now available at our Nashville, TN office.
What is Botox?
Botox is one of the most time-tested and popular cosmetic treatments performed each year. Botox is a form of botulinumtoxin and it’s extremely effective at weakening facial movements by binding to the nerve receptors in the muscles of the face. This can prevent the formation of dynamic wrinkles (or wrinkles caused by expressions) and relax fine lines and creases in many areas. All it requires is a quick and easy injection session.
What is Daxxify?
Daxxify also contains botulinumtoxin and works similarly to Botox, relaxing wrinkles and refreshing the face. However, Daxxify is the most recent Botox alternative to come on the market where Botox has been in use for many decades. Daxxify can be used in the exact same ways as Botox but has some key differences that make it preferable for some patients.
3 Differences Between Daxxify and Botox
Daxxify has some great benefits that make it unique from any other Botox alternative on the market. Here are just three of them.
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The biggest difference between Daxxify and Botox is that Daxxify’s stabilizing ingredient is a Peptide Exchange Technology (PXT). Botox uses human serum albumin as a stabilizing agent and other Botox alternatives even use animal-based proteins, meaning they aren’t always good options for patients who have allergies to these ingredients. Because of its revolutionary formulation, Daxxify is available to a wider selection of patients.
Long-Lasting Benefits
One of the best benefits of its peptide manufacturing process is that this allows Daxxify to last much longer than Botox. Whereas Botox typically lasts 3-4 months, Daxxify can last 4-5 months, even lasting as much as six with repeated treatments. This can drastically cut down on the amount of treatment sessions needed every year, allowing you to return for touch ups as often as twice per year versus Botox’s four.
Fast-Acting Results
Although for any neuromodulator it’s best to allow 1-2 weeks for the product to fully take hold, Daxxify is now one of the most fast-acting neurotoxins available. In some cases, Botox patients begin to see improvement in 3-5 days where Daxxify has been reported to show improvement as soon as the next day. This makes it the best option for patients who need immediate wrinkle-reducing results, such as before a big event.
Which Treatment is Right for You?
Certain injectables are best for certain patients, but there are many exciting benefits to Daxxify. If you’ve been using Botox and it works great for your needs, then it may be best to stick with it. But if you want longer-lasting results or want to try Daxxify’s industry-leading new formulation, there are benefits to switching. Our knowledgeable injectors can help you explore our extensive selection of injectable treatments and discuss which ones will best suit your goals and lifestyle.
Schedule a Consultation
At Gilpin Facial Plastics & Aesthetics, we’re excited to begin offering Daxxify to our Nashville-area patients. To schedule an appointment with our experienced team, contact our office by calling or filling out our online form.
Dr. David Gilpin is Nashville’s most accomplished dual board-certified facial plastic surgeon and the founder of Gilpin Facial Plastics, the city’s largest facial plastic surgery and medspa practice. With advanced fellowship training under one of the world’s leading experts in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Gilpin brings extensive knowledge, skill, and experience to every procedure he performs. He is particularly recognized for his expertise in facelift plastic surgery, delivering natural-looking facelifts that enhance facial harmony while preserving each patient’s unique features. Committed to continual learning and innovation, Dr. Gilpin stays at the forefront of facial rejuvenation techniques to provide patients with the most advanced and cutting-edge facelift procedures available.
Renowned for his personalized approach to both surgical and non-surgical facial procedures, Dr. Gilpin is known for achieving refined, long-lasting, and natural results. He has been featured in Nashville Lifestyles, recognized as a RealSelf Top Doctor, and regularly serves as a national speaker, sharing his expert knowledge with peers across the country. Handpicked by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the past six years and selected by Allergan to host the official Allergan Botox Day celebration two years in a row, Dr. Gilpin is trusted by A-list clients and respected colleagues alike. His leadership, experience, and compassionate care firmly establish him as one of the most sought-after facial plastic surgeons in Nashville, TN, and the eastern United States.
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