What CAN Botulinum Toxin TREAT?

• Frown lines (between the eyes, at and above the bridge of the nose)

• Worry lines (horizontal lines across the forehead). Only treatable in conjunction with frown lines

• Crow’s feet or smile lines at the corner of the eyes 

• Gummy smile (relaxing the muscle that pulls the top lip upwards revealing the gum.

• Neck bands

• Jaw slimming

• Excessive sweating

At your consultation, a £50 fee is payable on prescribing your toxin however this is deducted from the final cost of your treatment which is paid in full on the day of your treatment.

What is Botulinum Toxin?

Botulinum toxin is a naturally occurring protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. In a purified form, botulinum toxin is a very safe, effective treatment not only used in cosmetic clinics, but also for a number of medical conditions, including migraine and bruxism.  

All botulinum toxins are prescription only medicines (POM) and can only be prescribed by doctors, dentists and nurses with the prescribing qualification, following a face to face consultation with a qualified prescriber. Our Independent Nurse Prescriber, is able to prescribe the toxin for you.  This will be completed at your consultation where we will discuss the treatment and ensure the treatment is suitable for you.   

How does it Work?

The toxin blocks the transition of chemical messages from the nerve to the muscle so that the muscle stays in a resting state for a period of 3 to 4 months on average.

You may wish for only a partial reduction in movement  allowing  some remaining movement or perhaps a full block in which case there is very little remaining muscular movement in the area. Depending on what you are wanting depends on the amount administered and location of product placement. Treatments are tailored to suit your individual requirements. Your expected treatment outcomes are discussed at the time of your consultation.

How Long will it Last?

Results tend to last 3-4 months.  Movement will likely begin recovering from 8 weeks.  Frequent treatments at intervals of less than 3 months are not recommended. Repeating treatment when movement recovers will deliver optimum results over time. Frequency of treatments may be reduced according to the quality of your skin and your response to treatment. Should you choose not to maintain the results and not have further treatment, your muscles and skin will return to their pre-treatment state.

Does it Hurt?

A very fine needle is used and generally this treatment is not described by most as painful and can be well tolerated with no anaesthetic.  Please request an anaesthetic cream or ice, if you are nervous about needles.