Botox

Application

10 – 20 minutes

Onset

3 – 5 days

Full Effect

About 2 weeks

Duration

4 – 6 months

In Brief

It softens expression lines by temporarily reducing the contraction signal.
Besides wrinkles, it is also used for migraine, teeth clenching and excessive sweating.
The effect is temporary; the muscle gradually regains its strength.

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How Does It Work?

The substance used in this treatment is a purified protein that temporarily weakens communication between the nerve and the muscle. When the muscle contracts less, the creases it has formed in the skin over the years also soften. After a few months the nerve endings form new connections and the muscle regains its strength. That is why the treatment is repeated at regular intervals.

The Fear of a “Frozen Face”

The most common concern about botox is that the face will look expressionless. This look comes not from the substance itself but from overdosing and injecting the wrong points. The aim is not to stop the muscle completely but to reduce its strength. After a good treatment you can still raise your eyebrows, smile and look surprised; only deep lines will not form.

Areas of Use

Upper face: Forehead lines, between the brows, corners of the eyes
Shaping: Slightly lifting the brow tail, slimming the jawline, reducing a gummy smile, softening neck bands
Medical: Chronic migraine, teeth clenching, underarm and hand sweating

Who Should Not Have It?

It is not applied during pregnancy and breastfeeding, in certain neuromuscular diseases, or when there is an active infection in the treatment area. It is important to share the medications you use during the consultation.

Step by Step

1

Analysis

Your face is examined at rest and while making expressions.

2

Application

Small amounts are injected at the determined points with very fine needles.

3

First day

Do not lie down for 4 hours or massage the area; avoid intense exercise for 24 hours.

4

Two-week check

The effect is evaluated, with a small touch-up if needed.

A Surgeon’s View

Regular treatments started while expression lines are still visible only with movement are much more effective at delaying the formation of permanent wrinkles.