Botox injections relax facial muscles to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Botox is usually used to treat:
- Existing facial lines caused by repetitive muscle movement
- Botox also prevents new lines from forming
- Common injection sites for addressing wrinkles and lines are: glabella (region between eyebrows); forehead; outer corners of eyes (crow's feet); sides of mid-chin (for down-turned mouth); neck (for neck bands or visible cords); excessive sweating.
HOW SAFE IS BOTOX?
Botox is one of the most highly studied and published drug available today. Since its MHRA approval over 20 years ago, it's had over 20 different approvals because we know in great detail how it works and can apply it in precise ways for many different medical and aesthetic procedures.
Botox is my favorite rejuvenating and anti-aging treatment. I believe it is the single most reliable and powerful treatment. When injected properly, it helps retrain muscles so you look natural.
HOW DOES BOTOX WORK?
BOTOX is a brand of butulinum toxin type A indicated for cosmetic and aesthetic use on the face. Wrinkles on the face can be divided into two distinct groups. Those caused by repeated action of a muscle pulling on the skin, and those more related to loss of facial volume with age.
An Injection of Botox into the muscles causes paralysis. Wherever it is injected, the junctions between the nerves and the muscles are destroyed. When the muscles are not used, the wrinkles are not continually being re-created. Eventually the wrinkles actually "heal": the dermis gradually thickens and the wrinkles lessen.
Hence the whole process takes two to fourteen days. Remember that we are talking about a biological process, similar to plants growing. Hence BOTOX results are fully evident in two weeks. But the body battles Botox and begins to repair itself soon after injection. Between two and six months later, the muscles begin to work again. It's time for another injection.
CAN I AVOID BOTOX SIDE EFFECTS?
The most important consideration is the skill of the injector. I cannot emphasize enough that it is imperative to see only a qualified and well-trained injectors like Rupesh.Be wary of injectors in non-medical settings: Beauty Salons, Hairdressers, etc Make sure they are qualified.
Make sure the injector is using genuine Botox: Ask them to show you the bottle!
If you taking any supplements or medicines than make sure you discuss this with Rupesh first.
It's also important to note to notify Rupesh if you are pregnant, are lactating, have a family history of neuromuscular or peripheral muscle disease, or a history of inflammatory skin conditions.
Read your consultation forms & consent forms thoroughly - they are detailed for a reason.
Post treatment, you must follow Rupesh's aftercare instructions accurately.
HOW IS ALLERGAN BOTOX ADMINISTERED AND WHERE DO WE INJECT IN THE FACE AT OUR HARLEY STREET CLINIC LONDON.
Using a very fine needle, Rupesh injects the Botox directly into the targeted facial muscles. Botox treatments take only a few minutes. You should be able to return to your normal activities immediately.
The effects of Botox-induced muscle relaxation begin to occur within about three days. By the end of the first week, you will probably notice a significant reduction of fine lines and wrinkles around the treated areas. Repeat injections of Botox may be given after the effects wear off.
The proven and most popular areas for Botox for the face are the areas surrounding around the eyes, the brows, and the forehead.
Around The Eyes -
The eyes are subject to many muscle movements brought about by facial expressions. Commonly known as Crows Feet, Botox helps your muscle relax, with less need for squinting and crinkling around your eyes.
The Brows -
Any form of facial expression, smiling, laughing, and/or frowning all use the muscles around the brows. These lines can give a person an angry or sad look about them. Fortunately Botox can be used to temporarily reverse this.
The Forehead -
Forehead lines, also known as “surprise lines” can give a tired like and haggard looking appearance. It is possible to recreate a smooth and natural look again to this area, improving your aesthetic appearance.
Botox can help to reduce the appearance of the wrinkle, however not completely remove.
Given the complexity of the system of muscles in face, It is important to remember to always see a trained medical professional like Rupesh when getting Botox.
BOTOX INJECTION TREATMENTS AT OUR HARLEY STREET CLINIC IN LONDON