Botulinum Toxin

Anti-wrinkle injections such as botulinum toxin are FDA approved, which means that a lot of research has been done on them to ensure their safety of use. However, after anti-wrinkle treatment, it is common to notice pinprick-sized redness within hours of the injection. If you notice prolonged bruising, irritation or infection around the area, sagging or difficulty swallowing, call your practitioner immediately so that he or she can provide you with the advice and botulinum toxin post-treatment care you need. Be sure to avoid exercise, alcohol, aspirin and ibuprofen for the next 24 hours, and do not rub the treated area, as this can cause the toxin to move.

Botulinum Toxin injections are relatively quick and simple, taking only about 15 minutes. However, before your treatment, you should expect a thorough and meticulous medical consultation with your practitioner.

The time it takes for the effects of Botulinum Toxin to begin to show varies from person to person, but it generally takes between 3 to 5 days for the result to begin to be visible and 14 days before they set. When this happens, you will begin to see fine lines and wrinkles diminish.

There is no downtime with Botox, which means you can go about your day as if nothing happened. However, because you may experience redness in the hours following treatment, you should not do it right before a big event.

Anti-wrinkle injections such as Botulinum Toxin are prescription medications and should only be performed by medically qualified practitioners such as Dr. Alexandra Miles or Dr. Sophie Nordback, as they require specialized skills and experience. You should also have a face-to-face consultation with the prescriber before your treatment. When performed by an expert, Botox injections are safe and effective, but in the wrong hands, they can be very dangerous.

Botulinum Toxin and fillers can both be used to rejuvenate the skin, but they actually work in different ways. Botulinum Toxin is a prescription medication that relaxes muscles, reducing movement, which minimizes dynamic wrinkles, such as frown lines and frown lines. Dermal fillers, on the other hand, are also injectable treatments, but they work by plumping up the lines to soften them. Dermal fillers are also used to enhance features such as the nose, jawline and lips.

One of the biggest concerns people have about Botulinum Toxin is that they think it will give them a “frozen” look, preventing them from making facial expressions as usual. This depends on the amount used. If a practitioner uses too much, it can happen. However, when performed by an experienced and medically qualified practitioner, the treatment should look natural, while allowing you to express your emotions.

The effects of Botulinum Toxin vary from person to person, as people metabolize it at different rates. However, on average, the anti-wrinkle injection lasts between 4 and 6 months, after which you will begin to see the fine lines and wrinkles reappear.

Botulinum Toxin is not approved for pregnant women. This is because not enough is known about the impact of the toxin on babies and their health. No ethical medical practitioner will perform anti-wrinkle treatment on a pregnant woman.

You will be asked to fill out a detailed health questionnaire prior to your Botulinum Toxin appointment to assess whether the treatment is right for you. There may be other treatment options available to you. You must tell Dr. Miles or Dr. Nordback if you have a muscle disease such as Bell’s palsy or any other nervous system or blood disorder. You should also inform them of any medications you are taking, as they may interfere with the effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin, and vice versa. This is especially important if you are taking medications that affect blood clotting.