In today’s fast-paced life, work stress, and environmental pollution contribute to premature facial wrinkles. But why should we let our faces age prematurely? If you desire a wrinkle-free face and a V-shaped jawline, Botulinum Toxin treatment by a dermatologist at Pornkasem Clinic can help maintain a youthful appearance.
What is Botulinum Toxin?
Botulinum Toxin is a purified protein extracted from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, commonly known as Botox. This substance reduces facial wrinkles and specifically targets muscles in the injected area without spreading throughout the body. Initially used to treat patients with eyelid spasms, it was found to also reduce wrinkles around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and on the forehead. Botulinum toxin is now used in cosmetics to diminish wrinkles and adjust facial contours for a tighter appearance.
Benefits of Botulinum Toxin Treatment:
- Non-surgical, requiring no recovery time.
- Quick results within 2-3 days, with maximum effect in 7 days.
- Can be combined with fillers and laser technology for enhanced wrinkle reduction.
Appropriate Dosage:
Determined by the doctor, typically 50-100 units for the entire face.
Preparation for Botulinum Toxin Injection:
Avoid blood thinners and certain pain medications, such as Aspirin and NSAIDs, which may increase bruising. Inform your doctor about any supplements or herbal remedies you are taking.
Injection Procedure:
- Apply numbing cream to the treatment area for 40 minutes or use a cold compress for about 5 minutes.
- The doctor injects the target area, taking less than 10 minutes.
Results:
- Noticeable reduction in facial wrinkles and fine lines.
- Facial contouring, reduced jaw muscle size.
- Decreased sweating.
- Slimmer calf muscles.
Post-Injection Care:
- Do not massage the injected area to avoid spreading the toxin.
- If injected above the eyebrows, avoid lying down for the first 4 hours.
- Avoid alcohol or heavy exercise for 24 hours.
Possible Side Effects:
- Bruising can be found inhighly vascularized area and will be subsided within 1-2 weeks-
- Stiff forehead, elevated or drooping eyebrows, drooping eyelids, asymmetrical smile or drooping mouth corners, jaw pain, facial stiffness, facial asymmetry, partial facial paralysis. All of which can be spontaneously recovery overtime.
- Allergy to Botulinum Toxin.
Causes of Side Effects:
- Overdose.
- Illegal imported or counterfeit products.
- The injector’s expertise.
Solution:
Consult an experienced doctor for prompt Botulinum Toxin dissipation.
Who Should Avoid Botulinum Toxin:
- Pregnant women.
- Those allergic to Botulinum Toxin or albumin.
- Individuals with muscle disorders.
- People with neurological disorders.
- Those prone to bleeding easily.
Optimal results and safety depend on the dermatologist’s expertise, the precision in targeting muscles, and the use of standard-approved products tailored to the patient’s needs. The goal is to achieve the most suitable and safe outcome for the patient.
Rate of service charges:
Botulinum Toxin from South Korea: 9,000 baht for 50 Units.
Botulinum Toxin from the United States: 15,000 baht for 50 Units.
Botulinum Toxin from Germany: 15,000 baht for 50 Units.
Botulinum Toxin from the United Kingdom: 25,000 baht for 120 Units.
