What is Botox®?

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Botox (Botulinum Toxin A) is a neurotoxin, produced by the bacteria Clostridum botulinum, which is then purified for clinical and cosmetic use.

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How does it work?

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Botox® is injected into specific muscles whereby it blocks the chemical signal (acetylcholine) sent from the nerves to the muscle. This means that the muscle is put into a state of temporary relaxation and the wrinkles on the skin soften.

 

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How long will take to see results? 

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It can take up to 14 days to take full effect.

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Will I need a 2 week review appointment?

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Sometimes clients may require a "top up" to ensure they have perfect results. You need to inform us if you require a top up on day 14 of your treatment. 

 

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When will I need my next treatment?

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The anti-wrinkle injections will last 3-4 months depending on factors such as your body’s metabolism and tolerance to the toxin. When a muscle is not in use it shrinks in size (muscle atrophy) therefore after several treatments clients will find that their results last much longer.

 

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When should I start having Botox®?

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The first signs of ageing start around the age of 25. Dynamic wrinkles are those that appear when a muscle contracts, static lines are those that start to appear even when the muscle is rested. We want to prevent static wrinkles appearing later in life as these are much more difficult to treat. If you can start to see static lines on the skin when your face is relaxed, we would recommend booking in for a treatment. Prevention is better than the cure.

 

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Will I look unnatural?

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With all our anti-wrinkle treatments we aim to smoothen out fine lines and eliminate wrinkles without leaving your face completely frozen and expressionless. You will have an in-depth consultation with our medical practitioner prior to treatment and together you can decide on a treatment plan.