Botox injections
Facial Botox
Treatment method and purpose
- The facial injection plan is designed according to muscle movement, brow shape, and facial lines. The aim is to reduce dynamic lines while preserving natural function; a single fixed injection pattern is not appropriate for everyone.
Suitable candidates and limitations
- Dynamic facial lines; severe laxity and volume deficiency require another method.
Sessions, time to results, and longevity
- Effects usually begin within a few days and are assessed about two weeks later; they often last about 3 to 4 months, depending on the area, product, and individual response.
Possible complications and safety considerations
- Injections in the lower face may affect smiling, speech, or lip control. Bruising, pain, headache, asymmetry, and unwanted muscle weakness may occur. Eyelid or brow drooping and, rarely, difficulty swallowing or breathing are important complications; neuromuscular disease, medications affecting nerve transmission, and pregnancy must be assessed.
Preparation before your visit
- At the examination, disclose your medical history, allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, cold sores, medications, and recent procedures. Prescription medications, especially blood thinners, must not be stopped without medical advice. Active infection or inflammation in the area must be assessed before the procedure.
Post-treatment care and follow-up
- Do not press or massage the area unless instructed by your doctor; ask your doctor when you can apply makeup, exercise, and be exposed to heat. Severe or increasing pain, unusual skin discoloration, or problems with vision, swallowing, or breathing require immediate assessment.