Refresh Your Look, Naturally

Botox and Dermal Fillers in Ankeny, Iowa

At Pure Facial Development, we help patients look and feel their best by offering natural, conservative injectable treatments that complement our core mission of facial harmony and health. While our foundation is in guiding structural growth during childhood, we also support adults who want to reduce fine lines, restore volume, and achieve a refreshed, balanced appearance.

Led by Dr. Erika Peddicord, our Ankeny clinic delivers results that are subtle, safe, and beautifully customized. We proudly serve patients from Ankeny, Des Moines, Ames, Johnston, Altoona, and surrounding Central Iowa communities.

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Botox Treatments

Smooth Wrinkles and Relieve Tension

Botox is a purified protein that relaxes overactive facial muscles, helping reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. At Pure Facial Development, Botox is used not only for aesthetic purposes but also to support functional balance in the face and jaw.

With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Peddicord takes a precise and thoughtful approach to every treatment. She understands the underlying muscle activity that shapes expression and tension, ensuring your results look natural and feel comfortable.

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Botox Can Be Used To Treat:

  • Forehead lines

  • Frown lines between the eyebrows

  • Crow’s feet around the eyes

  • Bunny lines on the nose

  • Lip lines and smile asymmetry

  • Gummy smiles

  • TMJ symptoms or jaw clenching

  • Headaches

  • Neck bands (platysmal bands)

What to Expect from Botox

Botox works by relaxing the muscles responsible for expression lines, allowing the skin to smooth and soften over time. Most patients see visible results within 3 to 5 days, with full effects around 10 to 14 days after treatment. Results typically last 3 to 4 months and can be maintained with routine visits.

Botox for TMJ Relief and Headaches

Botox can also be used to relieve chronic jaw tension and discomfort caused by clenching or grinding. By reducing muscle overactivity in the masseter muscles, Botox provides relief from pain and may also create a more tapered, relaxed appearance along the jawline.

Dermal Fillers

Restore Volume and Facial Balance

As we age, volume loss in the cheeks, lips, and lower face can create shadows, folds, and a tired appearance. Dermal fillers are injectable gels made from hyaluronic acid, a substance that naturally occurs in the body. These fillers restore volume and lift while maintaining the natural contours of your face.

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Common Areas Treated with Dermal Fillers:

  • Smile lines (nasolabial folds)

  • Marionette lines around the mouth

  • Lips and lip borders

  • Cheeks and midface volume

  • Chin and jawline

  • Under-eye hollows

  • Fine lines around the lips

How Fillers Work

Hyaluronic acid attracts water, adding volume and hydration to the treatment area. Results are visible immediately and can last anywhere from 6 to 18 months, depending on the type of filler used and the treatment location.

Treatments are quick, usually completed within 30 to 60 minutes, with minimal downtime. Dr. Peddicord takes a conservative approach to ensure that each result enhances your natural beauty without looking artificial or overfilled.

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Why Choose Dr. Erika Peddicord for Injectables?

Dr. Peddicord combines her expertise in facial development with advanced training in facial esthetics to offer results that are safe, precise, and natural-looking. As a dentist and a provider of airway-focused orthotropic care, she brings a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy that few providers can match.

What Sets Her Approach Apart:

  • In-depth knowledge of facial growth, symmetry, and muscle function

  • A conservative, customized treatment philosophy

  • Emphasis on natural results that complement your features

  • A gentle, honest approach with every patient interaction

  • Care for both cosmetic and functional concerns, such as TMJ or facial pain

Your Consultation: Personalized, Pressure-Free

Whether you are trying injectables for the first time or looking to refresh your current treatment plan, we start with a detailed consultation. Dr. Peddicord will assess your goals, facial structure, and expression patterns to create a treatment plan that feels right for you.

You will leave your appointment with a clear understanding of your options, what to expect, and how to maintain your results over time.

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Schedule Your Injectable Consultation Today

Pure Facial Development
3720 N Ankeny Blvd., Suite 200
Ankeny, IA 50023

Call 515-963-3339 or Schedule a Consultation

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