Botulinum toxin injections
Botulinum toxin injections
Botulinum toxin injections are an effective way to combat facial expression lines that develop during the ageing process. The injection of botulinum toxin blocks the nerve impulses in the facial muscles, which relaxes the facial muscles and smoothes the wrinkles. Botox injections work best for wrinkles caused by facial muscle movements, like those from smiling or frowning. They are especially effective for non-permanent wrinkles, such as forehead lines from muscle contractions. Botox injections are also available for people who want to reduce sweating.
Botox injections are the most effective for wrinkles that are not permanent and are caused by the movement of the facial muscles, such as wrinkles when smiling or forehead wrinkles caused by forehead contraction.
Hyaluronic acid injections and botox injections can be combined for deeper wrinkles.
It is important to know that botox injections are used to smooth wrinkles, but the muscles are not paralysed – the amount of botulinum injected is only enough to weaken the muscle activity.
Botulinum toxin injections are not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
Botulinum toxin injections are an effective way to combat facial expression lines that develop during the ageing process. The injection of botulinum toxin blocks the nerve impulses in the facial muscles, which relaxes the facial muscles and smoothes the wrinkles. Botox injections work best for wrinkles caused by facial muscle movements, like those from smiling or frowning. They are especially effective for non-permanent wrinkles, such as forehead lines from muscle contractions. Botox injections are also available for people who want to reduce sweating.
Botox injections are the most effective for wrinkles that are not permanent and are caused by the movement of the facial muscles, such as wrinkles when smiling or forehead wrinkles caused by forehead contraction.
Hyaluronic acid injections and botox injections can be combined for deeper wrinkles.
It is important to know that botox injections are used to smooth wrinkles, but the muscles are not paralysed – the amount of botulinum injected is only enough to weaken the muscle activity.
Botulinum toxin injections are not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
The process of botulinum toxin injections
Botulinum toxin injections last about 15 minutes. A very fine syringe is injected into the skin or muscle tissue where wrinkles form. The number of injections depends on the depth and amount of wrinkles. The procedure is almost painless.
Before botulinum injections
It is recommended that you do not consume alcohol and certain medications for one week before the procedure.
After botulinum injections
After the injection, it is important not to lie down for a few hours and use any cosmetics. It is not recommended to exercise, massage the skin, sunbathe or take a hot bath for about a week, or to avoid saunas and solariums. Do not take B vitamins.
Risks of botulinum injections
Botulinum toxin injections have a low risk of causing unpleasant sensations such as headaches, as well as cold-like symptoms that subside. Bruising, asymmetry and sagging eyebrows may occur. In case of a complication, please contact the doctor who performed the procedure.
Results
The result is usually visible after a few days, and to maintain the long-term result, the injection should be repeated at a frequency determined by your doctor.
Prices
The exact cost of the procedure is given during the consultation, when the surgeon assesses the complexity of the procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Why are botulinum injections not recommended for pregnant women?
There are not enough studies on the effects of botulinum toxin on pregnancy and lactation, so for safety reasons, it is recommended to avoid injections during pregnancy and to perform the procedure after the end of the breastfeeding period.
Can botulinum injections cause an allergic reaction?
Although allergic reactions to botulinum toxin are very rare, they can occur and the most common symptoms are swelling, redness and itching at the injection site. If you notice any of these signs or any other unusual symptoms, it is important to contact your doctor immediately.
Can botulinum toxin injections be repeated? If yes, how often?
Botulinum injections can be repeated at a frequency determined by the individual muscle response and the desired result – usually every 3-6 months.
Are the results immediately noticeable after botulinum injections?
The first results of the treatment are visible within 3-5 days, but the final effect is visible after about 10-14 days. Botulinum toxin works by blocking nerve impulses in the muscles so the muscles relax. This process can take several days, so the final results are not always visible immediately after injection.
Hyaluronic or botulinum toxin injection – which is more effective?
Although hyaluronic acid and botulinum toxin injections can be done at the same time, they have different mechanisms of action and are usually chosen to address other problems or to different extents. Hyaluronic acid injections are a common choice for restoring skin moisture and contouring the face by injecting additional volume in the lips, cheeks and chin. Hyaluronic acid smoothes wrinkles, fills the skin tissues and instantly plumps them up.
Botulinum toxin injections are more often used for a smoother skin effect – only for wrinkle reduction (e.g. for anger lines or eyebrow lifts by injection). In addition, Botox injections for sweating can also block the sweat glands, which is useful for reducing excessive perspiration.
