What can I expect after the treatment?
Your facial expressions will become softer and fresher, giving a more relaxed appearance. The end result is very natural. Your wrinkles will become smoother and may even disappear altogether.
How long will the treatment last?
Although individuals vary, the effects of your Botox® therapy will generally last for around 3-4 months. Research shows that regular use every 3 months in the first couple of years can yield better results which often last longer.
Botox® therapy is injected with a very tiny needle. Most patients tolerate the treatment very well only reporting a tiny pinching sensation with each injection similar to waxing or plucking.
Botox® therapy has a good safety profile. It has been used in millions of people worldwide, and to treat many medical conditions, including eye spasm and neck spasm.
Botox® therapy is used in young children with cerebral palsy, where it relaxes contracted muscles to help them walk and improve their hygiene. As with many of the medical treatments, it is often used for this in doses over 10 times the amount used for the average adult frown line. Botox® therapy is also used to treat excessive sweating. The safety has been proven over the past 20 years through extensive testing and research.
How long does the procedure take?
After your initial one hour consultation and assessment, the procedure generally takes about 10 minutes.
Although you may see results in a few days, it can take up to 2 weeks for it to take full effect. If you are planning a special event, such as a wedding, your results will be at their best about a month after your treatment. We recommend a trial run at least 4-6 months prior to your big day.
I don’t want to look “frozen” or like a mask without expression, will that happen?
No, we aim to create natural looking results. Most people say they want to look natural, relaxed and refreshed without looking “done”. Friends simply comment that they look rested and great.
BOTOX® is a Prescription Medicine containing 100 units of botulinum toxin type A for injection. It is used for the treatment of frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet, And for the treatment of severe primary hyperhidrosis of the axillae. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure. Cautions: People with defective neuro-muscular transmission disorders, infection at site of injection, glaucoma, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects include headaches, injection site pain/burning/stinging/bruising/swelling/redness, local muscle weakness including drooping eyelids/eyebrows, eyelid swelling, skin tightness, tingling sensations, aching/itching forehead, nausea and flu-like symptoms. For hyperhidrosis it can include perceived increase in sweating in areas other than the underarms, pain at the injection site, pain, hot flushes and transient arm weakness. If you have any side effects or concerns speak to your doctor. You will need to pay for this medicine. Normal Doctors visit fees apply. Note: BOTOX® facial treatment lasts about four months and after this time further courses of treatment may be necessary. BOTOX® hyperhidrosis treatment lasts about 7.5 months and after this time further courses of treatment may be necessary Speak to your specialist about your own situation.
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