Botox in New Canaan

All three are FDA-approved neuromodulators that work by temporarily relaxing targeted muscles. They contain the same active ingredient — botulinum toxin type A — but differ in their molecular formulation and spreading characteristics. Botox is the original and most widely studied. Dysport has a slightly different diffusion pattern that some patients and providers prefer for certain areas. Xeomin contains no accessory proteins, which makes it a useful option for patients who have developed resistance to Botox over time. At Intentional Self Aesthetics, Dr. Alasio selects the appropriate product based on your history, anatomy, and treatment area rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach.

Wrinkle relaxers are a special type of medicine that relaxes muscle. Our providers inject the wrinkle relaxer into the muscles of your face, stopping them from moving temporarily. This stops your muscles from creasing your facial skin, which stops wrinkles from forming and give your skin a chance to heal your current wrinkles!

Our TMJ Botox treatments are based on the same principle. TMJ disorders stem from overactive jaw muscles, and Botox helps them relax, relieving the pressure on your jaw to reduce your symptoms.

At Intentional Self Aesthetics, we specialize in delivering subtle, natural results from any of our aesthetic services. We bring a precise and delicate touch to everything we do to bring your unique cosmetic vision to life. After your session, you’ll simply look like a more vibrant and youthful version of yourself!

Most patients see results for three to four months, after which muscle activity gradually returns. With consistent treatment over time, some patients find their results lasting slightly longer as the treated muscles become less dominant. The exact duration varies based on metabolism, the area treated, the dose administered, and individual physiology. Dr. Alasio will give you a realistic picture of what to expect at your consultation.

The honest answer is that you don’t — and neither does anyone else — until your face has been properly assessed. The number of units needed depends on your muscle strength, the size of the muscles being treated, your desired level of relaxation, and how your body metabolizes the product. At Intentional Self Aesthetics, Dr. Alasio assesses your facial anatomy and movement pattern before determining a starting dose. She treats conservatively at the first appointment and invites you back at two weeks to evaluate the result and add more if needed. You can always add units. You cannot take them away. This approach consistently produces better outcomes than attempting to dose to full effect in a single session.

Yes, and in many patients a combination approach produces a more complete result than either treatment alone. Botox relaxes the muscles that create dynamic wrinkles. Fillers restore volume that has been lost with age. The two address different aspects of facial aging and work synergistically when planned correctly. Dr. Alasio may also recommend combining neuromodulators with Emface, RF microneedling, or a medical-grade skincare protocol depending on your overall goals. At your consultation, she will assess your full picture and discuss what combination of treatments makes the most clinical sense for you.

Your face returns to its natural baseline over time. Neuromodulators wear off gradually as the muscle activity returns, typically over three to four months. There is no rebound effect, no worsening of wrinkles beyond where they were before treatment, and no dependency. Many patients who have been treated consistently over years find that their muscles have been trained to contract less forcefully, so the lines they were treating may be less pronounced than before they started — but this is a gradual, natural change, not a guaranteed outcome.

Not at Intentional Self Aesthetics. The frozen appearance that many patients worry about is the result of over-treatment — too many units applied without regard for the patient’s natural movement and expression. Dr. Alasio’s approach is deliberately conservative, starting with less and building to the right result at a two-week follow-up. Her goal is for you to look like yourself, not like someone who has had Botox.

Yes. For at least a week before treatment, avoid blood thinners including aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and alcohol, as these increase the risk of bruising at injection sites. Come with a clean face, free of makeup. Stay well hydrated in the days leading up to your appointment. If you are on any prescription blood thinners, discuss this with Dr. Alasio before your visit — do not stop prescription medications without consulting your prescribing physician.