Injections
Facial Botox
Facial botox treatment
Facial botox is not a single treatment but a group of focused procedures to soften expression lines and refresh appearance while keeping a natural look. Each plan is tailored to facial structure, muscle strength, and each patient’s goals.
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What is botulinum toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a protein derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In medicine it has been used in a controlled, safe way for decades for both aesthetic and medical purposes.
When injected into a muscle in precise amounts, it temporarily reduces muscle activity and causes relaxation. As a result, expression lines soften while the face still looks natural and harmonious.
Facial treatment areas
Each area is treated separately, according to expression patterns and treatment goals.
Forehead linesForehead Lines
Softening horizontal forehead wrinkles while keeping natural expression.
Frown linesGlabellar Lines
Softening the lines between the brows that can look angry or tired.
Crow’s feetCrow's Feet
Softening wrinkles at the outer corners of the eyes when smiling.
Bunny Lines
Treating wrinkles on the sides of the nose when smiling.
Lip Flip
Subtle enhancement of the upper lip without filler.
Gummy Smile
Reducing gum show when smiling by relaxing the muscles that lift the upper lip.
Pebble Chin / Orange Peel Chin
Treatment for chin dimpling and an "orange peel" look. Overactivity of the chin muscle (mentalis) can cause a bumpy, uneven skin texture.
The treatment can help:
- Smooth the chin
- Reduce dimpling
- Improve skin texture
- Create a softer, more harmonious look
DAO – mouth corners
Relaxing muscles that pull the corners of the mouth downward. The treatment can support a more positive, refreshed appearance.
Nefertiti Lift
Injections into neck muscles (platysma) to improve the jawline and neck appearance.
- Treatment duration
- 10–15 minutes
- Discomfort level
- Results
- Begin after 3–7 days; full result after about two weeks
- Number of treatments
- One treatment
- Follow-up
- Recommended after about two weeks
- Duration of effect
- 3–5 months
Questions & answers
How does the treatment work?
Under normal conditions, a nerve releases a substance called acetylcholine. Acetylcholine carries the signal to the muscle and makes it contract.
Botulinum toxin acts at the nerve ending and blocks the release of acetylcholine.
As a result:
- The nerve signal weakens
- The muscle contracts less
- Wrinkles soften
- Expression stays natural with personalized dosing
Dose, injection sites, and treatment depth are adjusted to each patient’s facial structure and muscle strength.
Who is facial botox suitable for?
The treatment suits patients who want to refresh the face and reduce expression lines in areas such as:
- Horizontal forehead lines
- Frown lines between the brows
- Crow’s feet at the sides of the eyes
- Lines at the sides of the nose, lips, chin, and jawline
Suitability is decided at a consultation, according to facial structure, muscle activity, and aesthetic goals.
How is the treatment performed?
Treatment begins with assessment of facial structure, expression patterns, and muscle strength.
After precise planning, targeted injections are placed in the chosen areas, in a personalized amount.
In most cases you can return to routine the same day. Mild redness or swelling at the injection sites may occur.
Does botox treatment hurt?
The treatment uses very fine needles, so most patients feel only mild discomfort. If needed, cooling or numbing cream can be used.
How many treatments are needed?
Usually one treatment is enough.
A follow-up after about two weeks is recommended to review the result and adjust if needed.
The effect typically lasts 3–5 months, and treatment can be repeated as needed.
When are results visible?
Results begin to appear after 3–7 days.
The full effect is usually seen after about two weeks.
A follow-up at that time is recommended to ensure the result looks natural and precise.
Will the look stay natural?
The clinic’s approach is to preserve each patient’s natural, unique appearance.
The goal is to refresh and balance facial expression, not to freeze it or change facial character.
Dose and placement are tailored to facial structure so the result stays subtle and harmonious.
Does botox help prevent wrinkles?
Yes. Botulinum toxin treats expression lines (dynamic wrinkles) caused by repeated facial muscle activity. By reducing muscle activity, it can lessen the load on the skin and slow the change of expression lines into fixed (static wrinkles) visible at rest.
For suitable patients, early botulinum treatment is not only about softening existing lines but also part of a preventive approach to keeping smooth, refreshed-looking skin over time.
How long does the effect last?
The effect usually lasts 3 to 4 months, but duration varies between patients depending on metabolism, muscle strength, and the treated area.
Does the body develop resistance to botox?
In most cases, no. When treatment uses appropriate doses and intervals, excellent results can continue for years. Only rarely may response to treatment decrease.
Can I return to routine right away?
Yes. This is a no-downtime treatment, and in most cases you can return to work and daily life immediately afterward. Follow the aftercare instructions you receive.
What happens if I stop botox?
Stopping treatment does not worsen wrinkles. As botulinum wears off, muscle activity gradually returns and lines go back to their natural state, according to the normal aging process.
Is botox suitable for men too?
Absolutely. More and more men choose botulinum treatment to reduce expression lines while keeping a natural, refreshed look. The plan is tailored to facial structure, muscle strength, and each patient’s goals.
Is there a recommended age to start?
There is no fixed age that fits everyone. The decision is based on skin condition, how strong expression lines are, and personal goals. For some patients, treatment starts preventively before lines become permanent.
What are the possible side effects?
Most patients return to routine immediately after treatment. Mild, short-lived local effects may occur, such as redness, swelling, tenderness, or a small bruise at the injection site.
These are the most common effects and usually resolve within a few days.
As with any medical procedure, rarer side effects and complications also exist. Before treatment, a full medical consultation explains all benefits, risks, and possible side effects for the planned treatment.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Facial botox treats expression lines caused by muscle movement. When there is also volume loss or changes in contour, hyaluronic acid facial sculpting can be added as needed.
Combination is decided at the consultation, according to facial structure and aesthetic goals, with a conservative, natural approach.