What is Botox?
Botox or Botulinum toxin is a protein that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.It is
non surgical anti ageing procedure which is safe and effective for the reduction of facial wrinkles.
How does Botox act?
Once the patient is injected, the muscles under facial wrinkles relax, resulting in the smoothing of
the overlying skin.
How safe is Botox?
Botox has been used for more than 3 decades for the treatment of neurological and
ophthalmological diseases. It is considered as a very safe option regarding cosmetics due to the
specificity of the injection as well as its passing effect. Occasionally, the patient might feel
localised irritation.
Where can Botox be used?
Botox is administered on facial wrinkles, between the eyebrows, the surrounding area as well as
the neck.
How is Botox therapy conducted?
Botox therapy is pretty simple and only last for about 10-15 minutes. The medicine is
administered into the muscle with the use of a very thin syringe. After the process, you can return
to your resume your daily activities.
How long do Botox results last for?
Botox results are phenomenal and can be seen within 3-5 days after administrating the medicine.
More particularly, we can observe a smooth face with no wrinkles, an absence of wrinkles around
the eyes, lifted eyebrows and an overall rested and rejuvenated expression. These results last for
a year.
In which case is Botox not recommended?
Botox is not recommended in case of pregnancy, breastfeeding, case of previous neuromuscular
disorders or a history of allergic reaction during a previous use of the medicine.
What is the cost for the procedure?
The cost is entirely depended on the specific therapy that the patient chooses.