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Natural Botox results can be achieved with meticulous attention to detail. Welcome to Kare Plastic Surgery and Skin Health Center in Santa Monica. We are the leading plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology center in Santa Monica and we can provide you with the best options for Dysport, Xeomin, Botox, and Jeauveau injections. 
 
There are many different treatments that use Botox on the face and body. Most people know about Botox injections for the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. Our comprehensive plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology center also offers Trapezius Botox and Masseter Botox for patients who have underlying tenseness in these muscles.

If you are interesting in a consultation for Botox injections for either cosmetic or medical purposes, schedule a visit to our Santa Monica office on Montana Avenue; or read below to further understand the uses, benefits, post-treatment expectations, and care after Botox injections for TMJ or Traptox. 

What is Trap-Tox?

Trap-Tox is an injection treatment that uses either Botox or Xeomin on overactive and strong Trapezius muscles of the lower neck, back, and shoulders. The treatment can help slim the neckline or relieve pressure and discomfort in the shoulders. Overactive trapezius muscles can contribute to back pain, discomfort, neck pain, muscle stiffness, or even migraine and tension headaches. 
 

• Overactive muscles in the back and neck
• Muscle stiffness
• Migraine or Tension headaches
• Back pain or discomfort

 
Trapezius Botox (Trap-Tox) can provide you relief from overly tense trap muscles that lie along the upper back and lower neck. Our experienced clinical staff can help you understand the benefits of trapezius muscle Botox injections in order to help relieve stiffness, upper back pain, posterior neck pain, and even tension headaches that arise from the back of the head. The trapezius muscle is a large muscle that is anatomically located along the upper back, shoulders, and into the lower neckline. This muscle can become overactive and can lead to postural changes, stiffness of the back and shoulders, and changes in posture.
 

• Barbie Botox
• TrapTox
• Trapezius Botox

 
Trapezius Botox has been popularized for both its cosmetic and medical benefits. Some people refer to this treatment as Trap-Tox or Barbie Botox because it is used to address the stiffness of the lower posterior neck and improve the overall cosmetic appearance of the neckline. We also use this technique to relieve tension along the shoulders and upper back. We can employ Barbie Botox at the same time as other wrinkle reducing treatments for the forehead and eyelids. Trapezius Botox can provide significant relief from postural changes, muscle tension in the trapezius muscle and upper back, and chronic pain issues caused by muscle discordance. 
 

•  Improve posture
• Reduce neck and back stiffness
• Improve muscle discomfort
• Slim the neckline and back
• Reduce tension that may contribute to tension headaches and migraines

There are many reasons why you should undergo Trapezius Botox and our trained clinical staff can help you navigate through the different options. Trapezius Botox can be used to relieve chronic neck and shoulder pain as well as tension headaches that arise from the shoulder and upper back area. The Trapezius muscle can interdigitate with the occipitalis muscle in the lower posterior head, and this can cause tension headaches that can arise in the shoulders which can progress to the top of the head.
 
Postural changes from overactive Trapezius muscles can cause you to be hunched over and bulky in the shoulders and upper back area. These problems may improve with trapezius Botox injections. By addressing the Trapezius muscle, you may gain flexibility from releasing overly tense muscles and muscle discordance. There is a delicate balance between the muscles of the shoulder and back, and the chest muscles along the pectoralis. If there is an uneven balance of muscle strength, you may get changes in posture that can have medical and cosmetic ramifications. For these reasons, Trapezius Botox may be of benefit to you.
 
Finally, there are many cosmetic benefits of treating strong Trapezius muscles. Botox to the Trapezius muscles can have a slimming effect on the neckline and upper back, which is an ideal popularized by the Barbie movie, models, and women wearing strapless gowns.

Finding an Experienced Provider for Trap-Tox in Santa Monica

Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is a double board certified plastic surgeon and an experienced clinician who understands the unique anatomy of the trapezius muscles and back. He has considerable experience in the management of TMJ and overactive trapezius muscles in his plastic surgery clinic in Santa Monica. During your consultation, Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian will customize a treatment plan that fits your aesthetic and medical needs. 
 

Planning Your Trap-Tox Botox Session

Treatment with Botox for the Trapezius muscles and lower neck, including the occipitalis muscle begins with a careful examination by our experienced clinical staff. We have board-certified plastic surgeons who understand the unique anatomy of the upper back and shoulders, and can help you decide whether the medical and cosmetic benefits of Trapezius Botox are appropriate for you. Once your consultation is complete, an examination will help evaluate the amount of Botox needed. 
 
The injections follow specific patterns of muscle insertion along the shoulders, upper back, paravertebral area, and lower neck. These isolated points of muscle insertion and exertion are directly targeted during this safe and easy clinic-based procedure. Most injections are painless with minimal discomfort.
 
Kare Plastic Surgery and Skin Health Center is the leading cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery clinic in Santa Monica. We are located on Montana Avenue and have a comprehensive center dedicated to the highest level of professionalism and ethics in cosmetic treatment. We perform Botox injections to help you achieve the benefits of treating Trapezius muscle overactivity.
 
Recovery with Trap-Tox

Recovery after Trapezius Botox is minimal with few side effects. We ask that you avoid strenuous activity and massaging of the area for at least 24 hours after the treatment. We are always available and have 24 hour access to our dedicated plastic surgeons. The amount of Botox to be injected into the area depends on the size, strength, and volume of the Trapezius muscles and the associated tension along those hyperactive muscles. We would initially recommend injections along the major points of muscle insertion and recommend that you resume normal activity within a day of the procedure.
 
Trapezius and masseter Botox are valuable additions to the medical and cosmetic benefits of Botox. Our double board-certified plastic surgeon offers state-of-the-art laser, injectable, and dermal filler options to help you achieve the best possible results. Schedule an appointment today at Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica for Trapezius Botox. 

Benefits of Botox in the Trapezius Muscle and Occiput
 

• Relieve tension in the muscles of the upper back
• Slim the neckline and upper back
• Reduce tension related to headaches and migraines
• Relieve shoulder pain and discomfort associated with muscle tone

Aftercare for Trap-Tox

Avoid strenuous activity for at least a few hours after receiving your injections. Avoid massaging the area. If you have any bruising or swelling in the area, contact our office for a personalized evaluation. Most sessions will take 15 minutes and results last 4-5 months. Trap-Tox is usually not painful and is well-tolerated by our patients. 
 
Kare Plastic Surgery
Santa Monica
804 7th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Consultations: (310) 998-5533
 
Kare Plastic Surgery and Skin Health Center
Hollywood Hills / Los Feliz
5636 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028
Consultations: (310) 998-5533