Constant sun exposure and smoking accelerate the decline of skin elasticity and thus, the early appearance of wrinkles.

Botox contains a highly purified protein, botulinum toxin A, manufactured under strict and regulated conditions. This protein blocks the nerve cells that cause muscle contractions. The result is a more relaxed and youthful appearance as facial muscles relax and dynamic wrinkles are smoothened.

Yes! When administered by a trained and qualified doctor, Botox is safe. The safety of Botox is well established with 30 years of clinical use, including treatment of cerebral palsy in children.

Yes, Botox produces natural results that may last up to 4 months. When injected with the right dose in the right muscles by a highly trained aesthetic doctor, patients are able to express themselves naturally. This has consequently resulted in high patient satisfaction rates.

No, Stopping treatment will only make the treated muscle gradually return to its normal activity. However, for those who have been accustomed to the youthful effects of Botox, this may result in them feeling like they’ve aged.

Botox has no addictive component, You may get used to its youthful effects and wish to receive continuous treatments after consulting your doctor. Note that Botox is not interchangeable with other botulinum toxin brands.

You may have read about “neutralizing antibodies''that may develop with any botulinum toxin products, leading to a loss in efficacy. This is very rare for Botox in cosmetic use. Studies have shown that patients who continue to treat their wrinkles with Botox regularly are shown to look younger over time.

Botox is administered in 3 to 5 injections, depending on the area. The treatment takes approximately 10 minutes and may feel like a pinch but this can be minimized by using ice or numbing creams. You can return to your daily routine immediately after treatment.

Botox is generally well tolerated. As with any medicine Botox injection may cause side effects in some patients such as bruising, redness, pain or swelling around the injection site. Others include headache.

You may ask to see the vial or clarify with your doctor before the procedure. Botox is a proprietary brand name of allergan no other brand of botulinum toxin A or procedure can be called Botox.