WRINKLE TREATMENTS
BOTULINUM TOXIN
Botulinum Toxin injections are primarily used in aesthetics to relax facial muscles and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, but it has many uses. It can be used to treat the following areas: forehead, frown lines, wrinkles around the eyes (often referred to as 'crows feet'), nose wrinkles ("bunny lines") and nose tip-lift. Other, more advanced areas include, jaw masseter (to help with teeth grinding and jaw clenching, or to slim the face, resulting in a less 'square' appearance), perioral (lip) lines, gummy smile, lip-flip, 'downturned smile', neck/jowls (by treating the platysmal band muscle), and excessive sweating.
BENEFITS OF BOTULINUM TOXIN
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Minimally invasive: The treatment is quick and has minimal downtime.
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Natural-looking results: When administered by a qualified professional, Botox can produce subtle and natural-looking results.
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Improved Symmetry: It can address facial by temporarily relaxing overactive muscles.
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FDA-approved: Legitimate and reputable brands are FDA-approved treatment for various cosmetic and medical conditions.
How long does the treatment take?
The appointment will be around 30 minutes but the treatment is very quick and takes around 5-10 minutes.
When can results be seen?
Results can sometimes be seen from as little as 48 hours, but it takes 2 weeks to see the full results.
How long will the results last?
Duration can vary for each person but generally results will last between 3-6 months.
When can you have another treatment?
There is a minimum of 3 months between toxin treatments. Generally patients will return around 4-6 months for further treatments.