Hizmetlerimiz

Botox and Fillers

What is Botox?

Botox is the short name of botulinum toxin, a group of molecules produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It is called a "toxin" because in very high amounts it can act as a "neurotoxin" in the body by blocking the action of certain types of nerves.

Botox works by blocking nerve signals in the muscles where it is injected. When these nerve signals are interrupted, the affected muscle becomes temporarily paralyzed or frozen. Because of these selected muscles, some wrinkles can be smoothed, reduced or even eliminated.

It can be injected directly into the small muscles of facial expression, in the lines formed with age, to relax the muscle tension on the skin; thereby loosening lines and wrinkles. It can also be used to give a lifting effect, for example, in the neck muscles, to relax the muscles that pull the face down. Likewise, it can be used to block the sweat glands, so it can be used for the treatment of excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). Migraines can also be effectively treated with Botox injected into several points on the scalp. '

Does Botox have side effects?
Side effects of Botox are rare, but as with any injection in the skin, there is a risk of bruising and tenderness at the injection site. Headaches can sometimes be experienced by people on the first day of treatment. Most rare side effects include flu-like symptoms and difficulty swallowing.

Who can / cannot have Botox?

Botox is generally considered an extremely safe treatment and there are very few exceptions. Pregnancy is a contraindication, as are myasthenia gravis and some other rare neurological conditions.