We form wrinkles from frequent contraction of our mimic muscles . At first, we develop dynamic wrinkles - the wrinkles which disappear once we don't have any facial expression. Over time, the wrinkles can become static - they will not disappear completely when we relax facial muscles.
Botox works though relaxing muscles that create wrinkles.
-Botox is merely a name of one of neurotoxins that are used in cosmetic industry. There are other brands that produce neurotoxins such as Dysport or Xeomin.
Currently, in our clinic we administer only Botox.
-It does NOT "freeze" your face, you can still have facial expression without forming wrinkles.
- The skin does not feel numb after treatment.
-Although Botox improves quite well moderate to severe wrinkles, it does not dramatically change your appearance. It will not have effect of cosmetic surgery.
- The injections are done with smallest needle. pain is minimal and brief.
-The full effect gradually appears within 2 weeks time and lasts on average 3-4 months.
Side effects are infrequent. Proper technique of injection is crucial:
- Since Botox is administered though injection, bruising might happen in small percent of the cases.
- Droopy eyelid . around 3 % of people develop this side effect if frown lines are treated. The effect can be alleviated with special eye drops. Typically it improves on its own after several weeks.
- Mild Headaches - temporally with treatment of forehead lines.
- Brow ptosis - eyebrows might feel heavy in 2 % of cases.
- If you have deep wrinkles, Botox may have less effect on them and some of the wrinkle will stay after treatment. Although typically with multiple treatment even deep wrinkle tent to get better.
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