Botulinum Toxin Treatment FAQ

Results will be visable three to ten days from the day of treatment. We suggest a review at two weeks post treatment to ensure you have the best outcome.

Yes, Botulinum Toxin is an excellent cosmetic treatment for both men and women. Men may need a slightly larger treatment dose, due to their stronger facial muscle contractions, which would be discussed during a consultation.

A Botulinum Toxin treatment has minimal discomfort and often the fine needle is not felt at all.

A Botulinum Toxin treatment is performed by one of our specifically trained and qualified Doctors or Registered Nurses.

A Botulinum Toxin treatment itself only takes a few minutes, less time than the consultation. However the full consultation and facial assessment is important to ensure clients have all the information they need and treatment is tailored to the individual.

Treated facial muscles will gradually return to their normal action three to five months after treatment, depending on the individual. Our bodies regenerate neuromuscular connections, which means that all muscle activity will return to normal over time.

Botulinum Toxin is most commonly used cosmetically for the following areas;

Crows feet

Squint lines

Forehead lines

Frown lines

Vertical lines between the brows

Botulinum Toxin has been created in a laboratory and it is a purified protein. It is not derived from animals. A part of it’s production involves a specific type of bacteria, much like penicillin is created from mould.

Botox treatment is one of the safest treatments available in the cosmetic industry today. Any side effects always temporary and minor, which is a reason Botox is currently the most popular treatment for looking fresh and youthful, around the world.

Facial muscles gradually revert to normal over time as the Botulinum Toxin wears off. The treatment does not cause any damage to facial muscles. Without continued treatment the normal ageing of the face will continue and more lines will appear.