What Is Botox?
Botox is a treatment that temporarily reduces the activity of facial muscles by injecting low and safe doses of botulinum toxin into the muscles. This softens the appearance of dynamic wrinkles and gives the face a more relaxed and youthful expression.
Indications
- Forehead lines, glabellar lines, and crow's feet
- Bunny lines (lines on the nose) and fine lines above the lips
- Neck bands (platysmal bands) and masseter hypertrophy (jaw clenching)
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the underarms, palms, and soles)
- Functional indications such as migraine and bruxism, assessed by a doctor
Application Process
- Evaluation: Analysis of facial dynamics, muscle strength, and asymmetry.
- Planning: Individualized dose and injection points are determined.
- Application: Comfortable injection with fine needles in 10-15 minutes.
- Return to daily life: Immediate return to social life is possible after the procedure.
Advantages
- Natural look: Softening effect without freezing expressions
- Fast procedure, quick return: Possible to do during lunch break
- Predictable and repeatable results
- Individualized dose and regional approach
Results And Duration Of Effect
- Onset of effect: 3-5 days; maximum effect: 10-14 days
- Duration: Average 4-6 months (may vary individually)
- Effect duration may extend with regular applications
Contraindications And Warnings
- Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Neuromuscular diseases (e.g., myasthenia gravis)
- Active infection at the injection site
Post-Procedure Care
- First 4-6 hours: Avoid lying down and rubbing the area
- First 24 hours: Avoid sauna, hammam, heavy exercise, and hot baths
- If needed, use cold compress to manage mild redness/swelling
Why Choose Our Clinic?
- Planning according to facial anatomy under expert dermatologists
- FDA-approved products and sterile field principles
- Natural, balanced, and safety-focused approach
Doç. Dr. Mehmet Ünal