For what purposes is botulinum toxin used?
Botulinum toxin, commonly known as Botox, is a prescription medicine that temporarily reduces neuromuscular signalling in selected muscles. In facial treatments, the aim is not to freeze all expression but to reduce movement in the target muscles in a way that respects the anatomy.
Movement at rest and during facial expression in the glabellar area, forehead and around the eyes is assessed together with the relationship between the eyebrows and eyelids, any existing asymmetry and previous treatments. For excessive sweating, the duration of the concern, its effect on daily life and possible causes are also assessed.
- Dynamic facial-expression analysis
- Injection points selected according to muscle anatomy
- Product-specific and individual dose planning
- An approach that preserves natural expression
- Review of medical history and medication
- Assessment at a follow-up examination
What is reviewed before treatment?
The units of different botulinum toxin products are not interchangeable. Neuromuscular conditions, infection, pregnancy and breastfeeding, medications in use and previous adverse effects are reviewed when determining the treatment area, muscle strength and treatment goal.
Glabellar Botulinum Toxin Treatment
Dynamic lines that become more pronounced when frowning are assessed together with muscle movement and the relationship between the eyebrows and eyelids. In suitable cases, movement in the target muscles may be reduced temporarily.
Forehead Botulinum Toxin Treatment
Forehead lines and the current position of the eyebrows are assessed together. Planning aims to reduce movement in the forehead muscle in a measured way while maintaining eyebrow balance.
Crow's-Feet Botulinum Toxin Treatment
Expression lines that become more pronounced at the outer corners of the eyes and the function of the surrounding muscles are assessed. Movement in the target muscles may be reduced temporarily at suitable points.
Botulinum Toxin for a Gummy Smile
Gum exposure when smiling is assessed together with possible causes such as upper-lip movement and dental and jaw structure. Botulinum toxin may be considered in suitable cases where excessive movement of the upper-lip muscles is a contributing factor.
Botulinum Toxin for Upper-Lip Lines (Smoker's Lines)
Dynamic lines around the mouth that become more pronounced during speech and lip movement are assessed. Because the muscles in this area are functional, treatment is planned conservatively with the aim of preserving lip movement.
Chin and Jawline Botulinum Toxin Treatment (Masseter Treatment)
Prominence of the masseter muscle and aesthetic balance in the lower face are assessed during examination. A more balanced jaw contour may be targeted in suitable cases; facial slimming cannot be guaranteed.
Neck Botulinum Toxin Treatment (Nefertiti Lift)
Neck bands that become pronounced with movement of the platysma muscle are assessed during examination. A temporary reduction in the appearance of bands may be targeted in suitable cases; a neck-lifting result cannot be guaranteed.
Botulinum Toxin for Bunny Lines
Dynamic lines that become pronounced at the sides of the nose during facial expression and the movement of surrounding muscles are assessed. Movement in the target muscles may be reduced temporarily in suitable cases.
Non-Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin Treatments
For teeth clenching or jaw-muscle pain, a dental and, when needed, medical assessment should be performed first. Botulinum toxin in the masseter muscle may be considered in suitable cases; this approach does not promise a permanent cure.
Botulinum Toxin for Excessive Sweating
For excessive sweating, botulinum toxin may be considered after underlying causes and other options have been assessed. The treatment area and dose are determined during examination.
When should you seek advice after treatment?
Pain, redness, swelling or bruising at the injection site, or headache, may occur. Unusual symptoms such as changes in vision, marked muscle weakness, or difficulty speaking, swallowing or breathing require urgent medical assessment.
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Assessment of facial anatomy and expression
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Treatment with a product-specific dose
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Review of effect, symmetry or sweating control
Frequently asked questions about botulinum toxin treatments
When the goal and dose are planned individually, movement in the target muscles is reduced in a measured way. The natural balance of the face and the patient's expectations are considered together during the assessment.
No. The units and usage characteristics of different products are not interchangeable. Selection and dose are based solely on a medical assessment specific to the product being used.
The onset and settling of the effect vary according to the individual, treatment area and product. The timing of follow-up is determined by the healthcare professional who performed the procedure.
Pain, redness, swelling or bruising at the injection site, headache, temporary asymmetry, or a change in eyelid or eyebrow position may occur.
Seek urgent medical care if difficulty swallowing, speaking or breathing, widespread muscle weakness, double vision or a marked change in vision develops.