Botulinum Toxin
Injections Preston

Botulinum Toxin Injections, often referred to by the brand name of 'Botox', are a popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment used to temporarily reduce or eliminate wrinkles and fine lines in the face.

Botulinum Toxin Injections

Commonly referred to as ‘Botox’, Botulinum Toxin is injected into a specific muscle causing temporary weakness/relaxation of the muscle and improvement of the wrinkles that the muscle action has formed.
Botulinum Toxin treatments may not be right for all patients. It cannot remove every facial line or wrinkle. It has no effect on static wrinkles, which are not due to repetitive muscle activity.

Botulinum Toxin Injections

Commonly referred to as ‘Botox’, Botulinum Toxin is injected into a specific muscle causing temporary weakness/relaxation of the muscle and improvement of the wrinkles that the muscle action has formed.
Botulinum Toxin treatments may not be right for all patients. It cannot remove every facial line or wrinkle. It has no effect on static wrinkles, which are not due to repetitive muscle activity.
Botulinum Toxin Injections can be used to treat:
1. Glabellar Frown Lines: Glabellar Lines are short, vertical lines between the eyebrows, formed from repeated frowning.
2. Horizontal Forehead Lines: Horizontal Lines develop across the forehead because of repeated contraction of the muscle used to raise the eyebrows.
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3. Crows Feet: Crow’s Feet are wrinkles around the corners of the eyes, which develop because of repeated contraction of the muscles used for smiling or squinting.
Botulinum Toxin Injections can be used to treat:
1. Glabellar Frown Lines: Glabellar Lines are short, vertical lines between the eyebrows, formed from repeated frowning.
2. Horizontal Forehead Lines: Horizontal Lines develop across the forehead because of repeated contraction of the muscle used to raise the eyebrows.
3. Crows Feet: Crow’s Feet are wrinkles around the corners of the eyes, which develop because of repeated contraction of the muscles used for smiling or squinting.
Can I have Botulinum
Toxin Treatments?
  • You must be over 18 years old
  • You must not be pregnant or breastfeeding
  • You should be in general good health and should have realistic expectations of the outcome
  • Patients with muscle disorders or who take muscle relaxants are not suited for Botulinum toxin (Botox) treatment
  • New patients require a face‐to‐face consultation, where they will be informed of all options, risks and complications of the procedure
FAQs

Treatment takes 10-15 mins.

Expect weakening of the injected muscles to begin to be apparent after approximately 7 days.

The results can last up to 3–4 months.

All treatments are associated with some level of risk, and some of the complications may be permanent.

The commonest side effects are bruising, swelling, tenderness, itching and redness.

Less commonly, temporary droopiness of your facial features can occur. In rare instances, serious problems can develop, such as breathing difficulties.

Some people may not wish to undergo wrinkle reducing treatments.

The alternative therapies include, but are not limited to, dermal fillers, dermabrasion, medical-grade peels, prescription-strength vitamin A products, lasers and surgery. There is also the option of embracing your wrinkles and folds, doing nothing to alter their appearance.

Please note, this information is given as a reference only.

FAQs

Treatment takes 10-15 mins.

Expect weakening of the injected muscles to begin to be apparent after approximately 7 days.

The results can last up to 3–4 months.

All treatments are associated with some level of risk, and some of the complications may be permanent.

The commonest side effects are bruising, swelling, tenderness, itching and redness.

Less commonly, temporary droopiness of your facial features can occur. In rare instances, serious problems can develop, such as breathing difficulties.

Some people may not wish to undergo wrinkle reducing treatments.

The alternative therapies include, but are not limited to, dermal fillers, dermabrasion, medical-grade peels, prescription-strength vitamin A products, lasers and surgery. There is also the option of embracing your wrinkles and folds, doing nothing to alter their appearance.

Please note, this information is given as a reference only.

Before Botulinum
Toxin Injections
Consultation with our medical doctor is required prior to treatment. All the options for treatment, as well as the risks and complications of Botulinum Toxin Injections (Botox) that will be discussed with you in detail to ensure informed consent.
Do not consume alcohol 24 hours prior to treatment, as this may increase the risk of bruising. It is advisable to have treatment at least 2 weeks before any special event to allow swelling or bruising to subside.
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Consultation

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