Treatment Guide
Botox
Botox is a prescription drug that doctors have been using for years to treat wrinkles and facial creases. Botox is a brand name for a toxin made by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. Whilst there are other brands, ‘Botox’ is the generic term because it was the first injectable botulinum toxin.
How do botulinum toxin (Botox) injections work?
Repeated muscle contractions are one of the causes of wrinkles on the face. Botulinum toxins like Botox temporarily block nerve signals to muscles. As a result, injected muscles can’t contract and they become weak or paralysed. These effects can last from 3 to 6 months. The muscle injected is dependent on the area(s) of concern and several areas can be treated in one session.
Botox can be used to treat many different areas such as:
Glabellar lines (frown lines)
Wrinkles around the eyes (crow’s feet)
Forehead creases
Creation of a brow lift
Corners of the mouth
Neck bands & folds
Jaw tension
Eyelid twitches (Blepharospasm)
Severe sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Treatment Details
A reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
There is no specific downtime. You will generally see results within 3 days, with optimum results after 2 weeks. The effects can last up to 4 months.
Please do not wear makeup for your appointment.
Post treatment avoid any sweat-inducing exercise and skip make up for at least 24 hours whilst also avoiding heavy facial washing – gentle cleansing is fine.
Professional consultation
Treatment compatibility is uppermost and I always undertake a professional consultation before undertaking Aesthetic treatments.
Please contact me on 07507 420244 to discuss any of my treatments and arrange an initial consultation.
