While wrinkles are a natural by-product of ageing that is to be expected at some point, the formation of creases and finer lines around the forehead and eyes often occurs before people are ready to see them. In addition, these wrinkles can give you a tired or worried appearance even when you don’t feel that way. Fortunately, there are nonsurgical options to reduce these wrinkles as early as they begin to form.
What is Botox®
Botox® is a natural purified protein that temporarily relaxes your muscles to soften wrinkles and lines. Botox® has been used for over 20 years and is one of the most studied medications ever, with over 10,000 published scientific studies to date. It’s a very safe, popular and effective treatment for wrinkles with millions of treatments performed worldwide every year.
BOTOX® works its way into muscle tissue and prevents nerve signals from commanding the muscle to contract. When we consult with you, we will ask you to smile and makes other facial expressions, we watch as the muscles contract. After observing this, we’ll know just how much of the BOTOX® to use and exactly where to inject it.
Botox® is a prescription medicine for the treatment of frown lines, horizontal forehead lines and crow’s feet round the eyes. Botox® has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Botox is right for you. If you have side effects see your doctor. You will need to pay for Botox® and clinic fees will apply. For details on precautions & side effects consult your healthcare professional or the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) at www.medsafe.govt.nz. Botox® treatment lasts about 4 months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Should only be administered by trained medical professionals. (contains botulinum toxin A 50,100 & 200 units) Allergan (NZ) Limited, Auckland.