VISTABEL (BOTOX) INJECTION TREATMENT

Repeated frowning or squinting can lead to the development of deep lines on the forehead and between the eyebrows. It can be habit forming, so much so that the frown lines become a permanent feature.

You might not be aware that you are frowning and may even be frowning in your sleep.

It is now possible to break this habit by the injection of Botulinum Toxin. This is injected in minute quantities into the muscles of the forehead and renders the muscles unable to move for approximately 3-4 months. This treatment can substantially reduce the appearance of frown lines.

The aim of the Vistabel (Botox) treatment is improvement not perfection. You are advised not to wear make-up over the treated area that day. You can leave the practice straight away after treatment.

We use the minimum dose of Vistabel (Botox) compatible with achieving the desired result so as to minimise the risk of complications. In this way we experience very few complications. However we are aware that a recorded complication of the treatment is a droopy eyelid.

The effects of the treatment will become apparent after 5 days; however, in some patients it can take up to 14 days. Static wrinkles due to skin thinning will not be improved by Vistabel (Botox). These respond well to dermal fillers. Many patients will benefit from a combination of Vistabel (Botox) and Fillers.