Botox FAQ'S
What is Botox?
Botox is a simple, non-surgical, treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe wrinkles in people from 18 onward.
Botox is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause wrinkles to appear.
Botox injections have been used to treat millions of patients worldwide and are the world's most popular non-surgical treatment.
Does it hurt?
Because the needle is so fine and such small substance quantities are used, the pain is minimal. No local anaesthesia is required.
Who can benefit from receiving Botox treatment?
Botox treatment can benefit anyone from 18 onward.
Botox is perfect for those who have worries about forehead lines, frown lines or crows feet. The treatment still allows expressions to show on the face which is why many patients feel they do not have to tell anyone that they are having any treatment.
Botox can be combined with Dermal Fillers to rejuvenate the whole face to create an overall youthful rejunvenated appearance.
How long does Botox treatment take?
Botox injections usually take no longer than 10 to 15 minutes. The time for treatment is ultimately dependent on how many areas are being treated.
There is no recovery period after Botox treatment. You can leave the clinic straight away, without anyone noticing you have had anything done.
What results can I expect from Botox treatments?
Results following treatment will take from 4-10 days to become visible. The results will last
between 3-4 months.