What Is Botox ?
Botox® is a prescription product, primarily noted for its anti-ageing abilities. Botox® is made up of a toxin called botulinum toxin A, which is used to temporarily prevent muscles from moving. It blocks chemical signals from the nerves, primarily those signals that cause muscle contraction. At Euphoria Medical Center©, we use Botox® to reduce and treat facial lines and wrinkles.
BOTOX
At Euphoria, we focus on the following treatments:
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Forehead Botox® – The forehead is one of the most commonly treated areas, which frequently wrinkles the muscles we use when expressing emotions.
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Glabella – The Glabella is the fancy name given to the space between your brows. Over time, a deep and prominent line may appear. Brow Botox® wrinkle injections can be used to lift the brow area by the administration of Botox® in key areas, which relaxes the muscles used when you frown.
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Botox® for the Nose – When you smile repeatedly over time, creases form on the bridge of the nose near the tear duct of the eye. We can relax the muscles in this region of your face to reduce how prominent these lines can appear.
The Botox Treatment
In order for a muscle to move, a neurotransmitter needs to signal that muscle to move. Botox® inhibits the muscle from moving by depleting that neurotransmitter. Preventing your muscles from moving reduces the wrinkles created by certain facial expressions. The Botox® treatment procedure is as the follows:
Before the procedure you may wish for the area to be numbed beforehand. You may be advised on topical anesthesia or ice to reduce the discomfort. During your procedure, our specialists will start by discussing the details and the steps they will take, prior to commencing. Following this, the areas will be marked up and Botox® injections will be administered using fine needles.
PROCEDURE TIME
15-30 Minutes
NUMBER OF SESSIONS
1 treatment
timeframe for result
Optimum results are visible after
10 days
BACK TO WORK
Same day
duration of result
Up to 6 months mostly
downtime
No Downtime
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does it hurt?While everyone experiences different levels of pain, you may feel some discomfort and needle stick pain.
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Are there any side effects?There may be some swelling or bruising for a few days. The results commonly improve over time, as the swelling subsides, and the filler settles more naturally – this process often takes up to 2 weeks.
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Am I suitable for Fillers treatment?This treatment is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding or has severe allergic reactions
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Fillers Aftercare?The following may assist with recovery and results: Following the instructions provided by our specialists before and after your treatment Stay upright following your treatment for 3-4 hours Avoid sleeping for 3-4 hours after the treatment (to avoid pressing the treated area) Take arnica supplements and apply arnica cream Avoid strenuous exercise following the treatment Limit your sun exposure Apply a cold compress to the treated area Avoid facial treatments or other treatments on the area Should you experience any symptoms, notify us so we can best assist you. To maintain the effect of your treatment, you will require further follow ups.
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When will I see results?Most patients will notice immediate results following their filler treatment. However, note that it can take 7-10 days to notice the final results, which is when any potential bruising, swelling or redness subsides.
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How long do the results last?This will depend on your own metabolism. Some people will break down the fillers more quickly than others. A general rule of thumb is that fillers typically last longer in the areas that move the least – such as cheeks, in comparison to lips, which may last a little less time. To maintain the effectiveness of your Fillers treatment, you will require further follow-ups, but you can expect your cheek fillers to last for 6 months and more.
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What are the benefits of Fillers?Quick – most treatments take approximately 30 minutes to perform. Faster and more effective than creams – the treatment results are much faster than those achieved when using skincare. Long-lasting results – whilst long-lasting, most fillers are not permanent and are reversible. Natural Results – in the hands of the right, medically trained, artistic hands, such is the team selected to work at Euphoria Medical Center©, the results can be very natural and complement your own natural beauty.