

We detected that you're using an older version of Internet Explorer. please upgrade IE 11 or later
Alternatively, you can install and use these secure and newest browsers: Chrome | Firefox | Safari for MacOS | Edge for Windows
Neurotoxin therapy smooths unwanted facial wrinkles and lines and relaxes jaw tension. The comfortable, minimally invasive treatment takes about 15 minutes. In Tacoma, Washington, Dr. Karbakhsch and Dr. Katafuchi are experienced providers who offer safe, convenient neurotoxin therapy with minimal downtime.
Neurotoxin therapy is a procedure that uses purified protein to relax muscles for therapeutic and cosmetic benefits. When used for cosmetic purposes, brief in-office therapy can relax muscles and prevent wrinkles and lines.
Neurotoxin therapy can treat neck and facial creases and wrinkles and other concerns that may result from nerve and muscle activity, including:
The therapy works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles. Facial lines and wrinkles will soften, or jaw or neck muscles will relax. Your face will still have expression but without the creases and wrinkles. Before treatment, you will consult with Dr. Karbakhsch or Dr. Katafuchi. Your doctor will review your health history to determine whether you are a candidate for treatment, discuss your concerns, and answer your questions.
One of our doctors will complete your procedure with these steps:
After treatment, you can return to your usual routine but avoid strenuous activity and exercise.
You may experience mild symptoms that improve in two to three days. Temporary side effects of cosmetic injectables include:
It takes about 15 minutes to prepare your skin and inject small amounts of neurotoxin beneath it. You will begin to see results in three to seven days, and they last three to six months. You can repeat treatment to maintain the results.
As periodontists, Dr. Karbakhsch and Dr. Katafuchi have extensive head and facial anatomy knowledge and understand how nerves and muscles function. They use these skills along with a whole-body approach to offer you safe, effective treatment. We welcome you to request a consultation by calling our office at (253) 752-6336.
Please be aware that this is not a secure email network under HIPAA guidelines. Do not submit any personal or private information unless you are authorized and have voluntarily consented to do so. We are not liable for any HIPAA violations. Understand that if you email us, you are agreeing to the use of an unsecured method and understand that all replies will be sent in the same fashion, which you are hereby authorizing.
By checking this box you hereby agree to hold MK Periodontics & Implants, including its doctors and affiliates, harmless from any hacking or any other unauthorized use of your personal information by outside parties. By checking this box, you also agree to receive email communication from MK Periodontics & Implants.