Botox Application
What is Botox?
Botox (botulinum toxin) is a toxin with a protein structure obtained from a special bacterium. The toxin temporarily weakens the muscles into which it is injected. Botox was first used in the treatment of Strabismus in the 1970s. Later, in the 1980s, it was used in the treatment of neck spasms and overactive bladder, and after 1990, it began to be used for aesthetic purposes around the world. It has been used for aesthetic purposes in our country since 1995.
It is used in more than 70 countries in the world and millions of people have botox applied for aesthetic purposes every year.
Botox is the first drug to use the active ingredient botulinum toxin. Other drugs licensed by the Ministry of Health in Turkey containing botulinum toxin are Dysport and Nabota.
What is Botox used for?
-In the treatment of wrinkles between the forehead and the eyebrows around the eyes
-Gummy smile treatment when gums appear while smiling
-In the treatment of cigarette lines and barcode lines that occur around the lips
-In the treatment of teeth grinding
-In the treatment of platysmal bands in the neck
-In the treatment of cobblestone appearance on the chin
-In the treatment of excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) (armpit, hair, face, hands, feet, groin, under breast)
-In migraine treatment
-Neck muscle spasm in the treatment of Torti colice
-In the treatment of anal fissure (anal fissure)
-In the treatment of strabismus
-In the treatment of overactive bladder
How is Botox applied?
The patient who will receive Botox is first evaluated by the physician.
The area where Botox is planned to be applied is cleaned with an antiseptic. Since the procedure is not very painful, it usually does not require anesthesia. In patients who are more sensitive to pain, the application area can be anesthetized with topical anesthetic creams. Cold applications and vibration relieve pain. The process takes approximately 5 minutes.
Things to consider after Botox Application
-After Botox application, no pressure or massage should be applied to the procedure area for 48 hours.
-It is recommended to avoid hot showers, saunas and intense physical activities.
How long does it take for the effect of Botox to appear?
-Although the effect of Botox varies depending on the drug used, it begins to appear in 2-3 days and reaches its maximum in two weeks.
How long does Botox last?
-The duration of effect varies from person to person, but is 2-6 months.
What are the factors affecting the duration of stay of Botox?
-Dosage of botox applied
-The strength of the muscles in the application area
-The person's metabolic status (thyroid functions)
-Personal habits (exercising, hot shower, sauna, facial massage)
-Storage conditions of botox
At what age should Botox be started?
-The lines formed by facial facial expressions are called "dynamic lines" and the lines formed while resting are called "static lines". Botox is indicated for wrinkles between the forehead and the eyebrows around the eyes that occur with movement. Toxin should be applied before the lines begin to become evident. There is no standard age for botox. It can be applied even at the age of 18 for those with excessive muscle activity.
-In general, it is recommended to start in your thirties to prevent wrinkles.
Does Botox have any side effects?
-Botox for pregnant and breastfeeding women,
-It is not applied to those who are allergic to Botox medication.
Rarely;
-Redness, pain, bruising in the procedure area
More rarely;
-Headache
-Flu-like symptoms
-Doopy eyelid, droopy eyebrow, eyebrow asymmetry
-Smiling disorders
Who can apply botox?
-Botox application can be performed by competent and experienced physicians in clinic and hospital environments.
-Physicians who are qualified to perform botox for aesthetic purposes in Turkey; Dermatologist
-Plastic Surgeon and
-They are Certified Medical Aesthetic Physicians
Getting Botox in places such as beauty centers, hairdressers, health cabins is very harmful for health.
Frequently Asked Questions about Botox
-Is Botox snake poison?
Botox is not snake venom, it is a drug used for therapeutic purposes.
-After having Botox once, will the face get worse if it is not done again?
-After the effect of Botox wears off, the face does not get worse and returns to its previous state.
How long does the effect of Botox last?
Although the effect varies from person to person, it lasts for 2-6 months.
Does Botox cause loss of facial expression?
-Although the age to start Botox varies from person to person, it should generally be in the early 30s, before wrinkles appear. As a result of the application performed by an experienced physician on the appropriate patient, there is no loss of facial expression or a confused appearance.
Forehead Between Eyebrows Around Eyes Botox
Requirements for crow's feet botox application to eliminate wrinkles around the eyes; Wrinkles around the eyes begin to form with repetitive facial movements and over time. The degree of this wrinkle and the time it takes to form depends on many factors. The most common cause is overuse of the facial muscles around the eyes. Facial expressions such as squinting or laughing are a reason for these wrinkles to form.
Masseter Botox
The masseter is one of the muscles that helps you chew. It is located on the side of your face and connects your cheekbone to your lower jawbone. When Botox is injected into the masseter, it is called masseter
It is called Botox. Sometimes called chin Botox. The treatment uses botulinum toxin to temporarily block nerve signals in the masseter. As a result, the muscle cannot move.
Gummy Smile (gummy smile) Botox
Botox is a toxin produced from a bacterium called colustridium botulinium. This bacterium is not snake poison, which is a very wrong belief. Well, what? We can say that it is poison from spoiled cans, but it is simplified a million times.
Gummy smile is when the upper gums appear more than they should normally when talking and/or laughing. The prevalence of gummy smile in society does not exceed 10%. Since the usage in Turkish (gummy smile) is not common, the English expression (gummy smile) is generally preferred.
Sweating Botox
Sweating problem is a very serious social life problem that affects both business and private life for many people and reduces a person's self-confidence. People with this disorder; They state that they cannot move freely in society, cannot shake people's hands, cannot be free to choose clothes, and cannot comfortably choose the shoes they want. Due to these complaints, the person's quality of life decreases and their psychology is negatively affected.
Migraine Botox
Migraine botox is an auxiliary migraine treatment method that aims to prevent the onset of chronic migraine attacks by controlled weakening of the areas of excessive muscle contraction that cause migraine attacks to begin. Migraine is a disorder that significantly reduces the quality of human life.
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