Botox Injections

The process begins with a consultation where we will discuss your reason for treatment and determine whether you are a suitable candidate.

The practitioner will make a series of injections to administer the substance. We can apply a topical anaesthetic to minimise discomfort. The unit will vary depending on the size of the area and the severity of the concern. You may feel a very slight scratch as the injections enter the skin.

In some cases, the nurse may inject a lower dosage than initially expected – this is standard practice when treating forehead wrinkles, particularly if you have a small forehead. It is essential to assess how your muscles react to the treatment to avoid eyebrow or eyelid drooping. Your nurse will discuss a follow-up appointment to administer the rest of the Botox.

Botox is suitable for those who have

• Tried topical skincare products with no avail
• Fine lines or wrinkles
• Dimpling of the chin
• Migraines
• Mildly hooded or sagging eyelids
• Asymmetry of the eyebrows or want to improve the shape of their eyebrows
• Excessive sweating
• Large jaw muscles
• Large calves
• Downturned mouth corners
• A gummy smile
• Lack of teeth show/thin upper lip (we sometimes combine a ‘Botox lip flip’ with fillers to enhance the lip shape and size)
• Platysmal bands

Botox treats wrinkles by targeting the underlying muscle that wrinkles the overlying skin. It restricts the contraction of the muscle, so the overlying skin appears smooth. By inhibiting this movement, the toxin can create many other positive aesthetic effects or have health benefits.

It can take up to 2 weeks to see the full effect of Botox depending on the size of the area treated and the condition. For Botox to the masseter, it can take four weeks, and calf muscles can take six weeks before you see results.

The permanency varies from patient to patient, but usually, Botox starts to wear off after around 12 weeks. Its longevity also depends on the strength of the muscle.

No, there is no downtime, but you may experience slight bruising at the injection site.

Depending on the area, you can usually achieve the desired aesthetic outcome within one treatment, but this varies from patient to patient. For example, when treating forehead wrinkles on a patient who has a small forehead, we may start with a low dosage and see how the patient reacts to the treatment and to avoid unwanted side effects.

You may desire to repeat the treatment when you see your cosmetic concerns returning. For wrinkles, this may be every three-six months.

Botox takes approximately 5-20 minutes. For other techniques, the treatment time may be longer.

Each patient’s pain threshold varies, but generally, most patients don’t find this treatment painful. You may feel a slight sting as the needle enters the skin. The treatment doesn’t usually require a topical numbing cream. Botox for sweating may be more uncomfortable as the treated areas are very sensitive.

Your nurse will discuss the associated risks and side effects with you during your consultation. Some risks include:

• Possible headache for 24 hours after the treatment
• Bruising and redness at the injection site
• Potential migration of the substance, poor injection technique or overuse of the toxin could cause drooping eyelids or eyebrows. It would be best if you avoided exercise and rubbing the area for 24 hours after the injections
• Resistance over time to the treatment with ongoing use, making it less effective
• Tingling or other sensation at the injection site