Botox Treatments

Botox is approved by the Food & Drug Administration in the US and the UK (MHRA).

As a muscle relaxant with an extensive record of application in medicine, botulinum toxin BOTOX has an outstanding safety record. In a range of medical conditions throughout the past 40 years, it has been used successfully for both young and mature patients.

Moreover, London Botox is one of the most widely requested treatments especially for facial wrinkles such as crow’s feet, frown lines, smokers lines and forehead lines. In order to ensure successful and safe results from your Botox treatments, it is important that they are performed by trained physicians. 

Common side effects of Botox injections are mild discomfort and swelling at the injection site for 10-20 minutes. Rare side effects include eye and vision issues or nearby muscles being affected.

To begin with, there is always some level of sensation when it comes to needles. Even receiving a flu vaccine can cause a slight prick. Furthermore, botox injections are usually not painful. Many patients report experiencing no discomfort during the procedure.

At CosmeDocs, the doctors use the smallest needles in the industry, known as “invisible needles,” for London Botox to minimise discomfort. When combined with the application of a numbing cream, most patients report that injection during the procedure feels like a mosquito bite.

The full effects of the Botox treatment typically take 5 to 14 days to show up and can last for two to four months. It is important to note that results from botulinum toxin take time to appear because the treatment needs to reach the cells of your facial muscles to block neurotransmitters in the nerves, which ultimately relaxes the muscle.

Various factors may affect the time frame of the Botox injections results from patient to patient. These factors include:

• The treatment area,
• Thickness of the muscle
• The dose of Botox used.

Botox was originally developed to treat a range of medical conditions, but it has since proven to be a successful preventative measure against chronic migraines and headaches.

To target headaches specifically, Botox in London is injected into areas surrounding the pain fibres. Once injected, it enters the nerve terminals and impedes the release of chemicals that contribute to pain transmission, thus preventing the brain’s pain pathways from being triggered.

Botulinum Toxin injections have shown to be a reliable solution, gradually reducing the frequency and severity of migraine headaches for many patients, thereby enabling them to live better lives.

Long-term administration of Botox can be quite beneficial for many people. Consistent use of botulinum toxin can play a role to relax the facial muscles and, as a result, lessen the severity of dynamic wrinkles leading to static wrinkles.

Thanks to the less-is-more approach and skilled touch of doctors at CosmeDocs, Botox may actually help to realise anti ageing goals of many patients who regularly undergo this treatment in the form of micro-Botox or touch-up sessions.

On the other hand, the long term benefits of a course of medical Botox treatments can help patients with conditions like TMJ dysfunction, frequent migraines episodes, or excessive sweating live a better quality of life.

The average Botox Cost UK is usually determined by the number of units of Botox and the number of areas for treatment. At CosmeDocs, Botox cost London range between £250-£350 in the UK. 

Moreover, Botox treatments prices vary depending on the experience of the practitioner.

To book a consultation and explore your treatment options, please get in touch with our Harley Street clinic for Botox in London .

Since Botox is not permanent, experts at CosmeDocs advise follow-ups to maintain that youthful appearance. The average duration of the Botox treatment’s efficacy is 12 weeks.

However, the need of rescheduling Botox injections depends on personal aesthetic preferences and goals. According to some studies, Botox treatment can remain effective for up to six months after two years of regular administration.

Regular Botox treatments may not only reduce the look of facial lines and wrinkles but also prevent new wrinkles from emerging as well as prevent existing ones from becoming worse.
There are a few things to remember to avoid developing ageing signs such as:

• Preventing UV damage by wearing sunscreen daily with an SPF of at least 30.
• Quit smoking
• Eat a healthy diet

Immediately after Botox injection treatments, patients are advised to avoid lying down for four hours. On the day of treatment, they are asked to avoid activities that result in flushing, such as strenuous exercise, drinking alcohol, using hot tubs or saunas, as well as massaging the facial muscles or applying heat to the treatment area.
These post-treatment measures help to prevent the botulinum toxin from migrating and guarantee that the treatment is successful.

The following measures are usually advised to allow the BOTOX function in the target muscle safely and effectively:

• For four hours following the procedure, avoid touching or massaging the injection site.
• After treatment, refrain from heavy activity for 24 hours.
• Do not lie on your front or back for at least first four hours of the procedure
• Avoid wearing headwear that fits your forehead firmly.
• To avoid bruising, abstain from too much consumption of alcohol and any blood-thinning medications unless absolutely necessary.
• Never leave your house without wearing an SPF during the day

The wrinkles will always come back to their pretreatment state once the effect of the anti wrinkle injection treatment in the treated muscles wears off. The effects may last for an extended period for some patients, particularly those who have received previous treatments in the same area. You can also repeat your Botox treatments at intervals of at least three months.

There are three reasons why Botox may not work effectively:

• Insufficient units administered.
• Inaccurate injection placement.
• Development of antibodies.

If Botox wrinkle treatment is not suitable for you, there are other options available, such as dermal filler treatments.

Botox in London is safe and effective for patients who are 18 years and older. However, our experts suggest considering this anti wrinkle treatment for preventing lines and wrinkles from the mid 20s onwards.
In order to delay the onset of wrinkles and ageing, Botox is also used as one of the effective preventative aesthetic treatments, especially by patients in their mid to late 20s. Many patients who had no luck in reducing their excessive sweating condition may also benefit from the Botox procedure.

Nevertheless, there are certain cases in which Botox treatments are not advisable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Other medical conditions that do not favour the administering of Botox injections include:

• Drooping of the upper eyelid
• A condition known as peripheral motor neuropathy that affects the peripheral nerves that control movement
• Lou Gehrig’s disease
• Muscular weakening due to cancer
• Double vision or blurred vision
• Skeletal muscle dysfunction
• Hoarseness
• involuntary urine leakage
• A form of speech impairment known as dysarthria
• Difficulties breathing and swallowing

At CosmeDocs Harley Street London clinic Botox and Dermal Fillers are quite efficient in delivering a youthful look to male and female patients. These injectable treatments serve anti-ageing solutions that are safe and long lasting.

Generally, Botox treatment is the preferred option for wrinkles formed primarily by active muscle movement. For deeper wrinkles or severe frown lines and areas of volume loss, dermal filler treatments are usually recommended.
As you step in for your consultation at our clinic, our practitioner will examine your face and will listen to your expectations. Since every patient is different, we always adopt a personalised approach to tailor a suitable treatment plan accordingly.

Before administering Botox in London, the treatment area is cleansed and disinfected. Then, a topical numbing cream is applied to reduce any discomfort during the anti-wrinkle treatment.

Botulinum toxin is directly injected into the muscles responsible for the wrinkles in the target area, using a small and delicate needle. The number of injections required at precise locations depends on the patient’s aesthetic goals, concerns, and treatment area (e.g., frown lines, forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, bunny lines, etc.).

Moreover, you may also experience slight bruising and localised discomfort around the injection sites.

Generally, Botox procedures have an excellent safety profile and have been approved by the UK’s MHRA for both aesthetic and medical purposes. However, it is essential that this injectable treatment is performed by an experienced and skilled practitioner in non surgical cosmetic treatments to avoid any unwanted scenarios.

A Botox injector should be knowledgeable about where to inject and understand the significance of even a millimetre variation. The treating doctor should examine your face, observe how your muscles move, and ask about the results you desire.

Therefore, selecting a skilled injector to administer Botox injections is crucial. A doctor with extensive facial anatomy training and years of injection expertise provides assurance against receiving a botched Botox treatment.

Unfortunately, a Botox procedure cannot be reversed once it has been performed. Botox attaches to specific receptor sites on nerve terminals, preventing the muscles from being activated by the nerves. There is currently no known treatment that can undo the effects of Botox.

However, Botox’s effects are only temporary and typically last for a few months. Any unwanted side effects will wear off over time. Most practitioners adopt a cautious approach to avoid any complications, as additional Botox can be added if required.

Furthermore, there are no negative consequences of discontinuing your anti wrinkle injection treatment. With time, your muscles and facial wrinkles will return to their previous state.

Cosmedocs London is a clinic with years of expertise in aesthetics and a reputation for delivering tailored, natural-looking results. We have performed over 50,000 Botox injection treatments by experienced practitioners with sharp skills and knowledge. 

We are renowned for achieving youthful Botox results, which has earned us the trust of our clients throughout the UK. At our Harley Street clinic, we value each patient’s uniqueness and approach every treatment with a personalised touch.