Glow Medical Group

12/13/2025

12/13/2025

🧬 How Does Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Work? And How Much Do I Need? 🧬

Ever wondered how Botox smooths out those wrinkles and fine lines? Here’s a quick breakdown of how this popular treatment works!

1. The Basics:
Botulinum toxin, commonly known as Botox, is a purified protein derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. When injected in small, controlled doses, it has the ability to temporarily relax muscles.

2. Blocking Nerve Signals:
Botox works by blocking the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. Normally, when your brain sends a signal to a muscle, it releases a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which binds to the muscle receptors and makes them contract.

3. Relaxing the Muscles:
When Botox is injected into a specific muscle, it prevents the release of acetylcholine. Without this signal, the muscle can’t contract. This relaxation of the muscle reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, especially those caused by repetitive facial expressions, like frown lines or crow’s feet.

4. Temporary Effects:
The effects of Botox are temporary, typically lasting 3-6 months. As the muscle gradually regains its ability to contract, the wrinkles or lines may start to reappear, which is why follow-up treatments are recommended to maintain the results.

5. Versatile Uses:
While Botox is well-known for its cosmetic uses, it’s also used medically to treat conditions like chronic migraines, excessive sweating, and muscle spasms.

Is Botox Right for You?
If you’re considering Botox for cosmetic or medical reasons, it’s important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional. They can assess your needs and help you decide if Botox is the best option for you.

✨ Curious to learn more? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how Botox can help you achieve a smoother, more youthful appearance!

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

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12/12/2025

Working on that microneedling with salmon PDRN and red light therapy glow for the holidays ❤️❤️

12/08/2025

Did you know???

We lose 1% of our collagen per year starting at age 18!?

Microneedling can help rebuild collagen, smooth fine lines and wrinkles, improve the appearance of acne scars, tighten skin and so much more!

We treated our first microneedling model today and it was so much fun! So excited to be offering this and thoroughly enjoyed doing this treatment today!

Our model spots are all full, but you can see details, fees, and book a treatment on our website- glowmedicalgroup.com

Vault members get 15% off!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Glow Medical Group! 🧡 We are so grateful for our amazing patients and community. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and lots of delicious food. Stay safe and enjoy every moment! 🍂🦃✨

11/21/2025

Umm, say less. Let's do this!

Weight loss, GLP1, Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, Phentermine, Peptides, Xeomin, Dysport, Filler, Retinoids, Skin Care, Laser teeth Whitening, Testosterone, HRT, microneedling.

11/20/2025

This before and after is everything! She looks more lifted and has a more heart shaped, less elongated facial structure, yet she doesn’t ‘look’ like she has filler! We started with 2 syringes and plan to add 1 more and this will be perfection when we are all finished ❤️.

11/20/2025

Oh how we love a Versa lip ❤️

11/20/2025

Left, 2 years younger with makeup on, 35lbs heavier, deep forhead line.

Right, post Botox and weight loss, 2 years older without makeup.

Never thought that forehead line would go away but thanks to consistent Tox and better skin care habits, she is gone ❤️

Let us help you get that at Glow Medical Group !

Need a prescription for Tretinoin skin cream to complement your tox? We HIGHLY recommend it and can send one in for you!

Book your tox appointment here ➡️➡️➡️ Glowmedicalgroup.com