Botulinum toxin type A (BTX/A) is a prescription-only medicine (POM) used to temporarily relax specific facial muscles responsible for dynamic lines and wrinkles - those formed by repeated expressions like frowning or squinting. By reducing muscle activity, BTX/A smooths fine lines and gives a more refreshed appearance.
The achieved results require regular maintenance to preserve the results which may last longer with repeat treatments.
Contraindications▼
- Not suitable for under 18s, pregnant, or breastfeeding women.
- No history of skin cancer or active cancer treatment.
- No anticoagulation therapy or blood disorders (e.g., thrombocytopenia).
- No active skin infections or dermatological conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis) at treatment site.
- No severe metabolic or systemic disorders (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes).
- No allergy to local anaesthetics (topical or injectable, e.g., lidocaine, articaine).
- No known allergy to botulinum toxin or its constituents (e.g., human albumin, saline).
- No history of keloid scarring.
- No neuromuscular disorders (e.g., Myasthenia Gravis, Eaton-Lambert Syndrome).
Pre-Treatment Advice▼
- Avoid blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen), alcohol, supplements (e.g., fish oils, vitamins A–E) for 72 hours prior.
- No systemic steroids (e.g., prednisone) for 3 weeks prior.
- No dental treatments, aesthetic treatments, or vaccines 2 weeks prior.
Post-Treatment Advice▼
- Avoid massaging or pressuring treated areas for 24 hours.
- Avoid heat (e.g., hot showers, saunas, sun, intense exercise) for 48 hours.
- No alcohol for 48 hours.
- No aesthetic treatments, vaccines, or dental treatments for 2 weeks post-treatment.
- Stay upright (no lying down or prolonged bending) for 4 hours.
- Exercise facial muscles (e.g., frowning, squinting) for 1 hour to aid toxin uptake.
Important safety & legal requirements:
- A face-to-face consultation with a registered doctor or dentist is legally mandatory before prescribing and administering BTX/A.
- Your safety is paramount. Always choose a registered medical professional, confirm they use licensed BTX/A.
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