What is Botox & how does it work?
BOTOX® is the commercial trade name for Botulinum Toxin Type A.
Botulinum Toxin is derived from the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum.
When injected into muscles, Botulinum Toxin has a local effect. It blocks the transmission between the nerve endings and muscle fibres around the injection site to cause weakness (paralysis) of the nearby muscle.

What is Botox used for?
Botox is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment for wrinkles. It is typically used in people aged 18 to 65.
Botox works by blocking nerve transmission to temporarily reduce the contractions of the facial muscles that cause frown & laughter lines.
It has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for wrinkles, and botox injections are becoming increasingly popular.

Who can have Botox treatment?
Your doctor will decide if you can have cosmetic treatment with botox.
Before starting treatment, tell your doctor if you have any disorders that affect your nerves and muscles, if you are breastfeeding, or if you are planning to become pregnant soon.

How is botox administered & how long does it take?
Your doctor will administer several tiny injections of botox directly into the muscles of your face. Prior to injection, your doctor will determine where to administer the injections by examining your ability to move certain muscles in your brow area.
The entire botox injection procedure takes approximately 10-15 minutes and does not require a local anaesthetic. Discomfort is usually minimal and brief.

How soon will I see results from Botox & how long will it last?
You should notice an improvement in your frown lines from around 3 to 14 days, the effects of which can last up to 3-4 months. However, results may vary.
After a period of time, your frown lines will begin to reappear as the effects of botox wear off.

How often can Botox injections be given?
You can receive botox injections every 3-4 months.
With repeated treatments, thinning of the muscles occurs, which produces longer lasting results.

How much does Botox treatment cost & which areas are treated?
Treatments start from around £179 depending on the number of areas treated. The main areas treated with botox are the forehead, glabella (between the eyebrows), and around the eyes (crows feet).

What are the possible side-effects of Botox?
The main side effects experienced are localized redness and swelling around the injection site. If you have any concerns, discuss this further with your Doctor.
Other side effects include:
- headache
- flu-like symptoms
- temporary eyelid droop
- nausea
- squint/double vision
- twitching of the eye
- facial pain
- muscle weakness

Can anyone have Botox treatments?
You should not have botox treatment if you:
- have an infection where botox will be injected
- are allergic to any of the ingredients
- are pregnant or think you might be pregnant
- have a neurological disorder (eg. Myasthenia Gravis)