The 10 most important questions & answers

Everyone has heard of Botox before, everyone knows roughly how it works, and yet there are always uncertainties about what exactly a Botox treatment is and can do. That is why the specialists at OmniMed are giving you answers to the 10 most important questions about Botox today.

1 What is Botox?

Botulinum toxin, mostly known by the trade name Botox, is a protein, which is obtained from special bacteria. It is a toxin that has been used in medicine for decades.

2 How does Botox work?

Botox blocks the transmission of information between nerve and muscle. This means that the Botox treatment restricts or prevents the muscle contraction responsible for wrinkle formation.

3. how toxic is Botox?

Even though Botox is fundamentally a neurotoxin, the rule here, as everywhere in medicine, applies: "The dose makes the poison". It would take about 50 vials of Botox for it to be toxic to a patient undergoing wrinkle treatment or other medical applications.

4. how often do you have to inject Botox? How long does a Botox treatment last?

Depending on the dose and area, the result lasts 3 to 6 months. After that, another Botox treatment can be performed.

5. What is the “Botox effect”?

The Botox effect is spoken of when the treatment is repeated in the same area, and the affected muscles gradually unlearn how to form wrinkles. As a result, the result of the Botox treatment lasts ever longer available.

6 What do I need to consider after Botox treatment?

In the week after the injection, no great pressure should be applied to the treated area. Therefore, patients should avoid facial massages and cosmetic treatments involving heavy pressure. Saunas, steam baths, or solariums are also off-limits for 7 days.

7 How much does a Botox treatment cost?

The Costs for a Botox treatment result from the area and the care used. Prices for the treatment of the frown line start at about €240, an eyebrow lift costs €340, and a combination treatment of frown lines, forehead wrinkles, and crow's feet costs €420.

8 What happens with too much Botox?

If too large amounts are used during the Botox treatment or if it is applied in the wrong places, the loss of facial expression can go so far that the face appears mask-like. Therefore, you should only have Botox injections performed by specialized doctors. At OmniMed, we always split the Botox treatment into two appointments to avoid over-injection.

9 What is the difference between Hyaluron and Botox?

Both Botox and hyaluronic acid are used for wrinkle treatment in aesthetics. The biggest difference between Botox and Hyaluron lies in the function. While Botox paralyzes the muscles responsible for wrinkles, hyaluronic acid provides more volume due to its water-binding properties. Often, a combined treatment with both materials is also sensible for facial rejuvenation.

10 What can be treated with Botox?

The following regions and complaints can be treated very well with Botox:

  • Frown lines (concentration lines)
  • Forehead wrinkles (worry lines)
  • Crow's feet (lateral eye wrinkles)
  • Mouth area (smoker's lines)
  • Eyebrow lift
  • Migraine / tension headache
  • Masseter hypertrophy (teeth grinding)
  • Underarms for excessive sweating
  • Palms for excessive sweating
  • Soles of the feet for excessive sweating

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