Botox beyond the face
More than smoothing lines
Neuromodulators like Botox and Xeomin relax overactive muscles and quiet the signals that drive sweating. That makes them useful well beyond forehead lines: for a clenched jaw, heavy underarm sweating, chronic migraine and tight shoulders.
Some of these uses are FDA-approved for specific products, and others are off-label. Dr. Kendall explains which applies to you, which product she recommends and why, before anything is injected.
- Jaw clenching, grinding and TMJ tension
- Excessive underarm sweating
- Chronic migraine
- Neck and shoulder tension
$12.50 a unit, or $10 a unit for Ritual members, who also get $50 off every toxin treatment. Units vary by area and are agreed before treatment.
Is this for you?
If you know Botox only as a wrinkle treatment, this is the other half of what it does: relaxing muscles that won't let go, and quieting overactive sweat glands.
- A jaw that clenches or aches
- Sweating that soaks through your clothes
- Chronic migraine
- Neck and shoulders that never relax
What to expect.
- 01
Consultation
Dr. Kendall reviews the problem, your history and other treatments you've tried.
- 02
Treatment
Product, areas and units are agreed, and your investment confirmed, before injection.
- 03
Follow-up
A check-in once it's taken effect, and a plan for when to repeat it.
Every plan is built by your physician.
Kendall Phelps-Polirer, MD, is a Charleston native and internal medicine trained physician. She plans your care, oversees it and is the person you follow up with.
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Dr. Kendall took the time to understand my goals and developed a personalized approach rather than treating me just like another patient.
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Most enjoyable experience from the moment I walked in. Dr. Kendall was so gracious, informative and professional about the service I was about to experience.
Is this the same product used for wrinkles?
Yes, the same family of medicines. What changes is where it's placed and how much is used, which Dr. Kendall plans for the problem you're treating.
Is it covered by insurance?
The Atelier is a private-pay practice. If insurance matters to you, ask at your consultation and Dr. Kendall will talk through your options.
Pairs well with.
Dr. Kendall is a member of
- Diversity in Dermatology
- Longevity Docs
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