Prior to treatment, a detailed medical history and assessment of your needs and expectations will be taken to ensure that treatment is suitable for you.
Treatment is not suitable for the following patients:
Those with known hypersensitivity to Botulinum toxin A.
Neuromuscular disorders such as Myasthenia Gravis or Eaton lambert syndrome
Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Co-treatment with other medicinal products which interfere with neuromuscular transmission.
<18 years of age
Treatment is not recommended if you are suffering from skin infection in or near treatment area.
Cautions for treatment
Patients who are on aspirin, anticoagulants, Vitamin E might be at increased risk of bruising.
Alcohol can increase bruising which should be avoided the day before and after treatment.
Vigorous exercise, sun exposure, sun beds, sauna should be avoided for 48 hours after treatment.
Botulinum toxin often referred to as botox, blocks nerve signals which temporary paralyse the facial muscles responsible for the formation of wrinkles. This relaxing of muscle activity helps smooth out the skin leading to a more youthful and refreshed appearance. There are several brands of Botulinum toxin available that are currently used in clinic, including Botox and Bocouture. All Botulinum toxins are prescription only medicines (POM) and can only be prescribed by registered prescribers, following a face to face consultation.
Botulinum toxin has been proven to be safe for human use, in the low doses used in aesthetics. However as with all treatments, side effects can occur which include:
Redness around injection site
Swelling around injection site including bruising
Headache, which can sometimes be described as 'forehead heaviness'
Blurred vision
Sometimes the toxin can spread to the brow or eyelid causing drooping. This normally resolves by itself after 6-8 weeks.
Adverse effects can occur within a few days and normally resolve over a couple of weeks. Aftercare advice will be provided to speed up recovery.
While many patients may feel apprehensive about injections, the fact is that discomfort is normally minimal as the injections are superficial and the needles used are very fine. Treatment is normally well tolerated with no anaesthetic necessary.
Most people will notice a difference after a few days but sometimes it can look irregular as the toxin begins to exert its effects on some muscles but not others. This should balance out, with full effect visible after 2 weeks.. The effect normally lasts 3 months for the facial area and up to 6 months for hyperhydrosis (sweating).