Botox

What is Botox?

Botox is a non-surgical treatment that uses botulinum toxin to temporarily reduce expression lines through controlled relaxation of facial muscles. It's ideal for lines on the forehead, between eyebrows, and crow's feet.

Ideal Candidates

• People with dynamic expression wrinkles
• Lines on forehead, between eyebrows, or around eyes
• Good general health
• Realistic expectations about results
• Not pregnant or breastfeeding

Treatment Areas

• Horizontal forehead lines
• Frown lines (glabellar lines)
• Crow's feet (lines around eyes)
• Lip lines (perioral lines)
• Neck bands
• Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)

Procedure

1. Consultation and facial evaluation
2. Marking injection points
3. Area cleaning and disinfection
4. Precise injection with ultrafine needle
5. Ice application if necessary

The procedure takes approximately 15-30 minutes and requires no anesthesia.

Results and Duration

First days (3-7)

• Gradual onset of effect
• Possible small bruises at injection points
• Avoid massaging treated area
• Don't lie down for 4 hours after treatment

2 weeks

• Maximum treatment effect
• Notable reduction of dynamic wrinkles
• Smoother and more relaxed facial expression

Duration (3-6 months)

• Results last 3-6 months
• Gradual return of muscle movement
• Possibility of touch-up before effect completely wears off

Benefits

• Quick treatment with no recovery time
• Natural results when properly applied
• Prevents formation of permanent wrinkles
• Improves confidence and self-esteem
• Reversible procedure

Post-Treatment Care

• Avoid facial massage for 24 hours
• Don't lie down for 4 hours after treatment
• Avoid intense exercise for 24 hours
• Don't apply heat to treated area
• Use sunscreen daily

Side Effects

• Small bruises at injection points
• Mild temporary swelling
• Mild headache (rare)
• Temporary asymmetry (very rare)
• Temporary eyelid drooping (very rare)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the treatment painful?

Most patients describe the sensation as a small pinch. The use of ultrafine needles minimizes discomfort.

When will I see results?

Results begin to be visible between 3-7 days, with maximum effect at 2 weeks after treatment.

How often should I repeat the treatment?

Generally every 3-6 months, depending on individual response and treated area.

At Bodies Plastic Surgery, we apply Botox with precise techniques to achieve natural results that soften expression lines while maintaining the naturalness of your facial expressions.