Botox that relaxes muscles and makes wrinkles disappear, how does this actually work?
What do you use botox for?
For years, the use of Botox in the treatment of aging skin was shoved under cupboards and doors: people did not want to know about it, and if they did, it was not discussed. Today we are more open about the phenomenon of aging; it’s just part of it. People start looking for solutions to combat the visible aging process. Botox treatment appears to be a suitable solution for this.
Botox is often thought of tightly drawn faces without any facial expression. However, this is only the case if it is injected in the wrong places and excessively. At The Body Clinic, we strive for natural results. We therefore take your facial expressions into account and try to advise you as best we can to achieve the desired result.
What is botox?
At our clinics in Amsterdam and Duiven, we are often asked what botox actually is. Can you put botox in your lips? There is often confusion about botox and fillers(hyaluronic acid). Botulinum toxin is a naturally derived protein used to temporarily relax muscles. The Body Clinic uses the brand Azzalure. This is administered through injections. Botulinum toxin blocks the stimulus transmission from the nerves to the muscles, reducing or halting their function. Fillers, on the other hand, can fill a specific area, including your lips. You can’t put botox in your lips. Hyaluronic acid, the substance name for this filler, not only provides volume, it also improves the skin. Increased hydration and collagen formation will make your skin more radiant.
Why?
For example, Botox is appropriate if you have a severe frown lineand a wrinkle has appeared over time or you think it will appear. Injecting botox into this area relaxes the muscles that cause the frowning. This prevents you from making the muscle contraction. This results in a calm facial expression. A wrinkle at the site of frowning can be prevented if you choose to have preventive treatment with botox. If the wrinkle is already there, it may go away or diminish as the muscles are relaxed. Botox in the forehead is also a nice treatment.
Botox treatment
Prior to treatment with Azzalure from the manufacturer Galderma, the cosmetic doctor first carefully analyzes how the muscles in the face contract. Then the doctor marks the points where the botox should be injected. A very thin needle is used. A small amount of Azzalure is then injected under the skin. This area is not anesthetized, as this is not necessary. The injection feels slightly tingly.
After treatment
After treatment, you can return to work immediately. We recommend that you do not lie flat or exercise immediately after treatment, after 2 hours this is possible again. We also do not recommend massaging the treated area or having a beauty treatment. However, we do recommend that you regularly tighten the muscle that has been treated. For example, if your frown is treated, we advise you to look angry. So if your forehead is treated, you should look surprised, and if the crow’s feet are treated, you should smile often.
What areas is botox suitable for?
In addition to botox for the frown line, there are obviously several areas where this drug can be injected. Botox treatment for crow’s feet or forehead is commonly used. There is also increasing demand for treatment of a gummy smile and of the corners of the mouth. If your gums are visible when you smile and you want to prevent this, then gummy smile treatment with botox may be for you. If you have drooping corners of your mouth and would like to get rid of them, we encourage you to come in for a no-obligation consultation.
In addition to the face, it is also possible to treat other areas with Azzalure. E.g. the armpits in case of excessive sweating. Botulinum toxin then blocks the action of the nerves that excite the sweat glands. This prevents these glands from producing sweat. Likewise, botox can be used for teeth grinding and migraines. One of the possible causes of migraines is the involuntary tightening of muscles in the face. Injecting botox into your forehead or frown can relieve pressure and tension in your head.
How long do you get pleasure from botox?
You will enjoy a botox treatment for about 3-4 months. If you take botox treatment more often and thus keep up with this treatment, this period gradually increases to an average of 5-6 months. The duration of the result may vary because the rate of breakdown varies from person to person.
Is botox safe?
Of course, we also get asked if botox is safe. Botox is an extremely safe drug. Because this drug is covered by the Drug Act, before it was allowed on the market, years of research were conducted on effectiveness, side effects and complications. Botulinum toxin has been used in the medical field for more than forty years, including in children and adults with muscle spasms. So far, no adverse long-term effects have been recorded.
Disadvantages botox
Botox, unlike fillers, cannot be dissolved after injection. If you are not satisfied with this treatment, you should wait for the drug to wear off. This may take about 3-4 months. Therefore, always make sure you are treated by an experienced physician. Azzalure, the brand we use at The Body Clinic, has been on the market for quite a long time and is one of three registered Botulinum toxin brands. Azzalure is extremely safe when inserted by an experienced cosmetic doctor. Azzalure is the only brand of botox officially registered for cosmetic use. A treatment with Azzalure can rightly be called a lunchtime treatment. You can return to work immediately after treatment, as side effects are rare.
Botox before and after
Look here for before and after photos of a botox treatment.
Botox Amsterdam
Doctors at The Body Clinic are BIG registered, members of NVCG and cosmetic doctor KNMG. We have a clinic in Amsterdam and Duiven.
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