Botulinum toxin type A (BTX/A) is a prescription-only medicine (POM) used to temporarily relax specific facial muscles responsible for dynamic lines and wrinkles - those formed by repeated expressions like frowning or squinting. By reducing muscle activity, BTX/A smooths fine lines and gives a more refreshed appearance.

Important safety & legal requirements:

• A face-to-face consultation with a registered doctor or dentist is legally mandatory before prescribing and administering BTX/A.
• Your safety is paramount. Always choose a registered medical professional, confirm they use licensed BTX/A.

The achieved results require regular maintenance to preserve the results which may last longer with repeat treatments.

Small amounts are injected into the skin to block the nerve signals that stimulate sweat glands.

🕒 Onset: ~3 – 7 days

⏳ Longevity: Typically ~ 6 – 9 months, with some patients experiencing longer-lasting dryness after repeat treatments.

BTX/A is an effective treatment for chronic migraine — defined as 15 or more migraine days per month, each lasting at least 4 hours. The treatment follows the PREEMPT protocol, involving 31 small injections across 7 specific muscle areas of the head and neck.

🕒 Onset:
– Initial relief: 4 – 10 days
– Full effect: 6 – 12 weeks

⏳ Longevity: Typically 10–12 weeks

For consistent prevention, injections are recommended every 12 weeks.

Bell’s Palsy is a sudden, temporary weakness or paralysis of the facial muscles, usually on one side of the face. 

Cause        :  Inflammation or compression of the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) often linked to viral infections.

Symptoms: Drooping of the face, drooling, difficulty closing the eye, inability to smile and sometimes loss of taste or   

                      increased sensitivity to sound, pain or discomfort around the jaw or ear.

For most people, Bell’s Palsy is temporary, and recovery happens over a period of weeks to months:

• Mild Cases: Symptoms typically start improving within 2-3 weeks, with full recovery in 3-6 months.
• Moderate to Severe Cases: Recovery may take longer, sometimes up to 9-12 months.
• In rare cases, some people may experience residual weakness or other complications like synkinesis (unintended muscle movements).

85% of people recover completely within a few months.

15% may experience lasting effects, such as mild facial asymmetry or muscle stiffness.

BTX/A is used to treat facial asymmetry and muscle overactivity on the unaffected side, which often compensates for the weaker side.

🕒 Onset:
– Initial improvement: 3 – 5 days
– Full effect: 1 – 2 weeks

⏳ Longevity: Typically 3 – 4 months

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that primarily affects the face. Botulinum Toxin Type A (BTX/A) can help reduce facial flushing and redness by blocking nerve signals that cause blood vessels to dilate.

Like all BTX/A treatments, the effects are temporary.

🕒 Onset: 3 – 7 days

⏳ Longevity: 3 – 4 months

Review appointments for facial wrinkle relaxing injections must be requested between 14 and 21 days after the initial treatment. Any requests outside this defined time frame will be considered as a new treatment and the full price will be due.

Risks, complications & possible side effects (not exhaustive):

Stinging/tingling/burning/bruising/swelling/hives

Bleeding/redness at injection sites

Hypersensitivity/Allergic (Anaphylactic) reaction - rare but could occur

Asymmetry of facial expressions

Muscle weakness/twitching

Headaches

Drooping eyelid/eyebrow (Ptosis) in less than 1% of cases/local muscle weakness/double vision/dry or teary eyes

Feeling faint/Nausea/Flu like symptoms/Fatigue 

Swelling of face or throat/dry mouth/difficulty swallowing

Infection at injection site

Pre-treatment advice: 

- Avoid if possible taking any OTC painkiller like Aspirin/Ibuprofen, Alcohol or other blood thinning supplements (Fish oils, St.

  Johns Wort, Vitamins A-E) as these might increase the risk of bruising

- For your treatment arrive with no make-up.

- You should not have had any other aesthetic treatment within 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

Post treatment instructions:  

- Possible redness and hives should resolve within an hour.

- Do not lie flat or bend for 4 hours

- Avoid massage or put pressure/make-up on injected areas for 24 hours

- Avoid any heat i.e. hot showers/baths/sauna/steam/sun exposure/excessive exercises 24 hours

- No alcohol for 48 hours

- Do not get any other aesthetic treatment for 14 days after your treatment.

NB

In whatever case you experience any unexpected symptoms please contact the clinic.