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When you look in the mirror, does that harsh line between your eyebrows make you look angrier than you actually are? Or do the crow’s feet at the corners of your eyes give away your age when you smile?
Botox (Botulinum Toxin), the most frequently performed medical aesthetic procedure worldwide, is a proven treatment developed specifically to address these issues. Over the years, the repetitive movements of our facial muscles cause the overlying skin to fold, leading to the formation of permanent wrinkles. Dr. Andan Clinic aims to prevent these wrinkles and soften existing lines using FDA-approved Botox applications, granting your face a smoother, brighter, and more refreshed expression.
Contrary to common misconceptions, Botox is not snake venom; it is a purified protein derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Used for therapeutic purposes in many fields of medicine (such as neurology and ophthalmology), this protein temporarily halts the excessive contraction of muscles in the aesthetic field, allowing the skin to recover. The Botox procedures at Dr. Andan Clinic are performed using modern techniques that target only unwanted lines, avoiding a “frozen face” look and preserving your natural expressions.
Botox can be used on different parts of the body for both aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. The primary applications performed with the expertise of Dr. Andan Clinic include:
Upper Face Botox (Forehead, Between Brows, Eye Area): The most classic and common usage. Horizontal forehead lines, “frown lines” between the eyebrows, and “crow’s feet” at the corners of the eyes are smoothed out. This provides a calmer, happier, and younger expression and can even create a subtle brow lift.
Masseter Botox (Jaw Clenching Treatment): An overly strong masseter (chewing muscle) can cause nighttime teeth grinding (bruxism), clenching, and associated headaches. Additionally, the enlargement of this muscle can square off the face. Masseter Botox treats the clenching issue while slimming the facial oval to achieve a “V-face” shape.
Sweat Botox (Hyperhidrosis Treatment): A life-saving treatment for those experiencing excessive sweating in the armpits, hands, or feet. By blocking the nerve signals to the sweat glands, it stops excessive perspiration and provides significant social comfort, especially during summer months.
Baby Botox (Minimal Botox): A low-dose technique applied for younger patients or those seeking natural results. Instead of completely erasing wrinkles, it softens them and prevents the skin from creasing further.
The biggest fear regarding Botox is the complete loss of facial expressions and being left with a permanently “surprised” look. This is known as a “frozen face” and is usually the result of outdated techniques or inexperienced hands.
The modern approach at Dr. Andan Clinic is to modulate excessive muscle activity rather than paralyzing the muscles entirely. This means you can still laugh, be surprised, or get angry after treatment; however, your skin will not form deep wrinkles while making these expressions.
Another myth is that Botox is used to plump the lips. Lip volumizing is done with fillers; Botox is only used in minimal doses for “barcode lines” (smoker’s lines) around the mouth or to slightly flip the upper lip outward (Lip Flip).
Botox begins to show its effect within 3–7 days after injection, with full results settling in after 10–14 days. During this period, the skin becomes brighter and tighter as the muscles relax. While longevity varies by individual, the effect typically lasts between 4–6 months. In those who receive Botox regularly, the muscles eventually “forget” to crease, potentially extending the duration of the effect and ensuring lines do not return as deeply as before.
At Dr. Andan Clinic, we view Botox not just as an aesthetic intervention, but as a preventative treatment that delays aging. Intervening before wrinkles become “static” (permanent even when the face is at rest) is much more effective for maintaining skin smoothness.
No, this is completely a myth. When the effects of Botox wear off, your muscles regain their former mobility and your wrinkles gradually return to their previous state. Your face does not deteriorate or sag further; only the smoothness provided by Botox disappears.
There is no specific age limit for Botox; the need for it is what matters. However, for “preventative Botox” administered to prevent the formation of expression lines, the late 20s and early 30s are ideal. Treatment can become more difficult once wrinkles have deepened.
Absolutely. Today, male Botox, known as “Bro-tox,” is quite popular among our male patients. Since men have a stronger muscle structure than women, special doses and techniques are used to give them a more charismatic and youthful appearance without compromising their masculine features.
Botox prices vary depending on the number of areas to be treated (e.g., only the forehead or the entire face) and the number of units used. In addition, specific procedures such as masseter Botox or sweating Botox are priced differently. For the most accurate pricing information, please contact Dr. Andan Clinic.
It is important to remain upright for the first 4-6 hours after Botox treatment, avoiding bending forward or lying down. For the first 24 hours, massage should not be applied to the treatment area, and strenuous exercise and excessively hot environments such as saunas should be avoided. These precautions are to prevent the toxin from spreading to unwanted muscles.
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