BOTOX

---

 Botulinum Toxin A is a liquid which can be safely injected into a muscle. When injected, it blocks the muscles nerve impulses, resulting in temporary relaxation. This means that the muscle doesn’t receive any messages to contract, so it cannot form wrinkles. The result is a much smoother and softer appearance of fine lines, and the prevention of creating any new, deeper lines. 

 The initial effects of Botox can be seen generally between 2 to 14 days after treatment. The effects then can last up to 6 months but average around 3 to 4 months. We advise a top up between 4 to 6 months to maintain excellent anti-ageing results, however we do offer a free top up after two weeks of the initial treatment for anti wrinkle areas on the face. 

 Botox is a very comfortable procedure as we inject with a very fine needle, therefore topical anaesthesia is not necessary. The treatment is also very quick, taking only minutes, with minimal downtime- you are able to drive and go to work straight from your appointment. 

 Not at all, we administer a specific amount of Botox to paralyse the muscle and smooth out dynamic wrinkles, but you will still have your range of facial expression. Should you want to have a more effective result, this can be thoroughly discussed at consultation and is bespoke to each clients desired results. 

 Botox is not suitable for people with infections at the proposed injection site, people who have previously had an allergic reaction to Botox, or for those with muscle problems and chronic diseases affecting the muscles, such as Eaton Lambert Syndrome. Botox is also not suitable for people under the age of 18 and for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Botox should be used to cautiously in people who are taking blood thinning medication such as Aspirin, Warfarin and other anti-inflammatory medicines. This also includes herbal remedies such as St John’s Wort and Vitamin E supplements. It should also be used cautiously in people with excessive weakness or wasting of the muscles, such as people with history of strokes or Bells Palsy, and people with chronic breathing difficulties. If any of the above apply to you please let us know at consultation or send us a message on our contact forms and we will be happy to advise further.