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Botox – what you need to know
Botox – What You Need to Know Before Treatment
considering Botox, this guide will help you exactly what it is, how it works, and whether it’s right for you — with safety and personalisation in mind.
What is Botox?
Botox is a protein derived from the bacterium. In medicine, it’s used to relax muscles and reduce dynamic wrinkles (like frown lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet). It's one of several neuromodulators including Dysport, Xeomin, and others — each with slightly different properties.
How Does Botox Work?
Who is a Good Candidate?
Botox can suit many people wrinkle prevention or reduction. Good candidates:
What to Expect On the Day / Duration
Sessions are quick — often under 20 . You’ll see effects within 3-5 days, with full by 2 weeks. the effects last **3-4 months**, sometimes up to 6 on area, skin type, and lifestyle.
Side Effects & Risks
Aftercare Tips
FAQs
Discomfort is . Injections are quick; many describe a small pinch. or can be used.
Cost depends on area and number of units. View our page or us for a quote.
No — with treatment, we aim for . Techniques like "baby Botox" allow softening without freezing expression.
Every 3-4 months typically. Some clients maintain longer with and good skin/genetic .
Botox is an and facial wrinkle treatment. If you’re new to Botox treatment, the following questions will help you to decide whether Botox is right for you.
the results are not permanent, the decision to do botox is a combination of your and a discussion with your doctor on the results and the future needs of your skin health. The is designed to give you a better and a view of Botox.
Please don’t to get in touch with us if you’d like to speak with one of our or discuss any other treatments that will give you the desired outcome.
What is Botox?
Botox is a that comes from the protein . It is predominantly used as an anti-ageing and wrinkle treatment to help reduce the of fine lines and dynamic wrinkles.
You may also hear Botox being referred to as BTXA, Dysport, Myobloc, Neurobloc, Xeomin, Botox Cosmetic, and Vistabel.
How does Botox work?
Botox treatment in three steps.
When you are injected with botox it relaxes your muscles by blocking the signals from your nerves to the muscle.
Once your nerve impulses have been blocked, Botox stops your muscle from contracting.
As a result, your muscles relax and your fine lines and wrinkles become less noticeable. Your is smoother and more in appearance.
Is Botox safe?
Botox treatments have been used in for over 50 years. However, it came to the fore in the 1980s when ophthalmologists noticed that and fine lines when they treated with strabismus.
to belief, Botox has been around for a long time and has been used as an wrinkle treatment for over 20 years.
Today, Botox is one of the most treatments for the appearance of fine lines and . It is also one of the most researched in the world.
Are there any long-term consequences?
The average Botox dose for on the forehead, crow’s feet and frown lines is approximately 50 units. There are no reported from long-term use of botox for aesthetic treatment of . At Santi you will be with some of the in the field.
How long will a Botox treatment last?
After your first treatment, you will see full results within two weeks; however, you may see the effects within a few days – the results vary from person to person. It is always to book a 2 week follow-up with the botox doctors at Santi to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the result.
On average, your Botox treatment will last for approximately three to four months. With some people it can last as long as six months.
In certain areas; for example, the forehead, you might find that after the Botox has worn off, the won’t be as prominent when they return.
Will Botox work for me?
According to trials, 90% of patients improvements in their fine lines and wrinkles, making Botox a highly wrinkle . By all means come in for an and discussion of your skin care needs. At Santi we are uniquely to offer skin care advice based on scientific that are unique to our clinic. Read more about our .
What else has Botox been used for?
Botox isn’t just used as a treatment. It’s a reputable medicine that is used to treat people with a variety of . Botox can be used to treat the following conditions:
migraines
Severe back and neck pain
Eyelid spasms and eye twitching (Blepharospasm)
Crossed eyes (Strabismus)
Chronic sweating under the arms
Muscle tightness in the fingers, wrists and elbows
Who can have Botox?
People who have Botox often want to feel their best and look younger. Santi can treat both men and women; however, men often need a slightly stronger botox dose.
Prior to your Botox at Santi, you will a thorough consultation with your doctor who will be able to advise you accordingly.
Does Botox hurt and will I be able to go about my daily activities afterwards?
Most people say Botox are fairly painless. The needle is fine and there’s no need for anaesthetic.
You also don’t need to worry about being immobile for the rest of the day – many people who have Botox go about their daily . So, if you have to go back to work on the same day as your treatment, Botox won’t cause you a problem. It is often described as a lunch time in the press.
What are the side ?
side effects
Side of botox are rare; however, some people may experience a mild pain and/ or tenderness where the treatment was injected. Slight mild may also occur; however, this usually goes within two days.
Other rare side effects include slight and temporary of the eyebrows or . This is why the must be out by experienced experts in facial aesthetics.
Positive side effects
In addition to this, there may also be some pleasant side effects, such as a in tension style headaches if you’ve chosen to have Botox treatment in your forehead.
How many Botox can I have? Is it possible to have too many treatments?
The effects of Botox usually wear off after about three to four months; so, every three months is the minimal amount of time you should wait until your next treatment.
With treatments, some patients have reported longer lasting results.
Providing you wait at least three months between treatments, you can continue to be treated without any harm being caused.
If I stop having Botox treatments will my face look worse than before?
Not at all. Once you stop having Botox, your lines will gradually return to how they looked prior to your last treatment. If anything, your lines and may look less from the long term use of Botox.
Will expression be lost in my face?
Contrary to belief, you will not lose in your face. When Botox is injected into areas of your face, it is to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Because the facial muscles are affected, it does alter facial movement. During your consultation your . One of the alternatives is to have baby Botox which has a softer look yet maintaining the use of facial expression muscles.
Is Botox acceptable?
Many clients come to Santi in their late 20s for Botox as they see Botox as a preventative. Some people need longer to decide whether Botox is the right wrinkle treatment for them. You’re always welcome to come in and have a with one of our .
How do I find a good Botox clinic?
When you decide to have Botox treatment, most will offer you a free consultation prior to your treatment. It’s important that you feel comfortable with the doctor; and your is qualified and understands your .
At Santi, all have been chosen primarily because they their time between work, research and aesthetics. It’s this that gives surgeons at Santi an excellent balance and .
It’s also important to make sure that post-treatment you are offered a appointment two weeks after your first Botox . It is essential that you are happy with the results.
Is there anyone who is not for Botox?
If you are from any of the following conditions you may not be suitable for Botox treatments.
You have an infection in the area you’d like to be with Botox
You’re to Botox injections
You have an extreme condition such as Eaton Lambert or Gravis
You’re currently pregnant or breast feeding
You are under the age of 18
If any of the following to you, please consult your doctor before you have Botox
You have a blood such as Haemophilia
You are taking anticoagulant or medicines such as Asprin, Warfarin or Heparin
You are taking herbal containing St John’s Wort, Gingiko Bilboa or Vitamin E
You have chronic problems with your breathing
You have had a stroke or Bell’s palsy in the past
If anything on these lists applies to you, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you aren’t suitable for Botox, it just means that you may need to be more cautious.
Before your treatment, your doctor will discuss everything with you in depth to avoid any or the possibility of side effects occurring.
If necessary, your doctor will also be able to discuss other treatment options with you that may be more suitable.
What aftercare advice should I follow?
Once you have had your Botox treatment there are certain exercises you can do to improve results. This is what you can and can’t do after a treatment of Botox:
Straight after your treatment, you should try to your in the area for up to four hours. This exercise will help the Botox to reach all of the muscle.
For 48 hours after your treatment, you should avoid the area of your face that was treated.
and exercise should be avoided for a period of 48 hours.
If you bruising, you might find that Arnica cream will help.
If you experience pain, you can take paracetamol after your .
If you feel that Botox is the right wrinkle treatment for you, call us on today to book your free consultation.
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