Botox injections to reduce frown lines
Written and reviewed by Dr Bernard Hayot, ophthalmologist, RPPS 10003926226.
Botox injections to reduce frown lines
Botulinum toxin (Botox®) is the treatment of choice for softening expression lines, and frown lines in particular, which are a frequent reason for consultation.
What is the frown line?
It is often the first wrinkle to appear on the face. When you frown, a vertical crease forms between the eyes, at the level of the forehead.
When to have Botox® injections to remove frown lines
Over the years, and with the repetition of the movement, the frown line soon becomes permanent and gives the face an aged, severe look. Botox® is a particularly effective treatment for softening frown lines. It works by inhibiting the action of the forehead muscles responsible for forming them. Botox® injections can be performed at any age, either to soften an already pronounced frown line or to delay its appearance or deepening.
How botulinum toxin injections for frown lines with Dr Hayot work
Before any treatment, Dr Hayot always sees his patients for a preliminary appointment. That consultation allows him to assess your needs, analyse your face and make sure that Botox® injections are appropriate for you. The injection takes place in the doctor’s office. The procedure is quick, painless and takes only a few minutes. Botulinum toxin injections also require no social or professional downtime.
Are there any contraindications to Botox® treatment of frown lines?
Botox® is a safe technique, provided the following contraindications are observed:
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Anticoagulant treatment
- Neuromuscular disease, such as myasthenia gravis
- Hypersensitivity or allergy to the product
- Active infection in the area to be treated
Results after Botox® injection for frown lines
Thanks to its action on the facial muscles, Botox® is the benchmark treatment for reducing frown lines. Immediately after treatment, the wrinkles are visibly reduced. Transient side effects such as redness and bruising may appear, but they disappear within a few hours or days. Dr Hayot uses a high-quality product, which offers patients optimal comfort as well as a natural, harmonious and long-lasting result. The result is stable for up to 6 months after the session. After that, depending on the patient’s wishes, another injection session can be scheduled.
Price of a Botox® injection to reduce frown lines with Dr Hayot
Dr Hayot will give you a personalised quotation at a dedicated consultation, before any procedure.
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