What is Botox?
Botox is a well-known brand name for a medicine containing botulinum toxin. The active substance temporarily reduces signal transmission to treated muscles and may reduce their activity.
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Botulinum toxin · Expression lines
Botox
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Request a personal consultationWhat is it used for?
In aesthetic medicine, botulinum toxin is used for certain expression-related lines. Suitable areas and products are established during the medical consultation.
What happens during treatment?
Following examination and informed consent, small amounts are injected at selected sites. The treatment plan takes your facial expression and personal wishes into account.
Effects and limitations
The effects are not immediate and are temporary. Their extent and duration may vary from person to person. Botulinum toxin does not restore lost volume.
Possible risks
Possible effects include bruising, pain at injection sites and unwanted muscle weakness. The medical consultation also covers rare serious side effects and individual contraindications.
This information provides a general overview. An individual examination and medical consultation establish whether a treatment is suitable for you.