Wrinkle Treatment with Botulinum Toxin

Smoothing of mimic wrinkles (Botox) – subtle and natural.

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Wrinkle Treatment with Botulinum Toxin

Over the course of life, the first signs of ageing appear on the face. Mimic wrinkles on the forehead and eyes such as frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet develop. The wrinkles around the eye, called crow's feet, form, for example, when the muscles around the eye contract. Personal lifestyle (smoking, excessive sunbathing, alcohol, etc.) further promotes the formation of facial wrinkles.

But wrinkles make us look older and often give us a negative, sad facial expression. You do not have to put up with this. For many years, Botox has been a proven antidote. Disturbing wrinkles caused by frequent, usually unconscious muscle pull can be visibly smoothed by the small injection, and their formation prevented. The face appears more relaxed and youthful. The characteristic facial expression is not impaired by it.

What is Botox?

Botox, or botulinum toxin A, is a protein or medication obtained from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. After targeted injection, it reduces the activity of those muscles that cause disturbing wrinkles. Botox thus inhibits the release of the messenger substance acetylcholine. This blocks the transmission of stimuli from the nerve to the muscle. Botulinum toxin is usually used for mimic wrinkles in the upper third of the face. The agent is injected directly into the muscle. This prevents muscle tension – the skin above it smooths out and looks considerably fresher. Injecting Botox is a minimally invasive procedure and is therefore carried out without surgery.

Botox can be used, for example, for:

Horizontal forehead lines
Horizontal forehead lines
Frown lines
Frown lines
Crow's feet
Crow's feet
Eyebrow lift
Eyebrow lift
Mouth lines
Mouth lines
Bunny lines when wrinkling the nose
Bunny lines when wrinkling the nose
Chin crease
Chin crease
Vertical neck bands
Vertical neck bands

Why should you have your treatment with Dr. Özdemir in Vienna?

  • Dr. Özdemir is an experienced specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
  • Treatment at the highest medical level.
  • Dr. Özdemir attaches importance to a natural treatment result.
  • He has a very good sense of aesthetics.
  • Only tested, long-proven brand products are used.
  • Good value for money.

The consultation

Before a botulinum treatment, a consultation with Dr. Özdemir first takes place at his practice in Vienna. During this, a precise examination of the face is carried out. Dr. Özdemir addresses your individual wishes. Together you discuss which region should be treated and how strongly. He then advises you on the expected treatment result. He also clarifies contraindications, informs you about the risks and possible interactions. He is happy to answer all your questions.

Course of the treatment – Botox against wrinkles

The first Botox treatment can be carried out directly after the consultation. In most cases, no local anaesthesia or numbing ointment is necessary. The area to be treated is disinfected and the treatment points are marked. The solution containing botulinum toxin is then injected in a targeted manner with a very fine needle of a syringe into the muscle that causes the wrinkle. The injections are barely noticeable and leave at most a temporary burning sensation. The area is then cooled a little. Depending on the extent of the treatment, the procedure takes about 10 to 30 minutes.

Botox treatment: targeted injection with a fine needle
Botox treatment: targeted injection with a fine needle

After the Botox treatment

You do not need to plan for any downtime. Usually you can immediately resume your usual daily routine. Temporary slight redness can occur at the injection sites, which you can cover with make-up. In the first two to three hours after the treatment, the head should be kept in an upright position. Up to four hours after the treatment, you should avoid physical exertion (e.g. exercise) and alcohol consumption. Sun, sauna, solarium and intensive exercise should be avoided for 1 to 2 weeks. Until the full effect is reached after about ten days, no strong pressure (e.g. facial massage) should act on the treatment area.

How long does the effect of Botox last?

The smoothing effect sets in within the first week after the treatment. It lasts about 4–6 months. After that, the changes caused by Botox have receded again. After this time, the treatment can be repeated at any time. The effect then usually lasts longer, as the immobilised muscle often becomes somewhat weaker. Botox is considered the best prophylaxis for avoiding wrinkle formation caused by facial expressions.

Combination treatment with hyaluronic acid

In some cases, a combination treatment with a wrinkle injection using hyaluronic acid can lead to an optimal result. Botox can reduce wrinkle formation caused by muscle activity. Hyaluronic acid, on the other hand, can conceal age-related volume shifts in the face and smooth surfaces. Thus, with deeper wrinkles, hyaluronic acid can additionally serve as filling material for wrinkle smoothing. Botox in combination with hyaluronic acid injected into the middle area of the upper lip can make lips appear larger. Dr. Özdemir will be glad to advise you on this.

Dr. med. univ. Özkan Özdemir
Medically reviewed by Dr. med. univ. Özkan Özdemir Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Vienna About me
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Key facts about Wrinkle Treatment with Botulinum Toxin

Duration
30 min
Pain
low
Scars
no
Dressing
no
Back to work
immediately
Socialising
immediately
Exercise
after 5 days
FAQ

FAQ · Wrinkle Treatment with Botulinum Toxin

One week before the treatment, blood-thinning medication (and aspirin) should be stopped after consulting your doctor. You should come to the treatment without make-up. Refrain from alcohol the day before.
Mimic wrinkles can be prevented by the injections. Preventive Botox injections can therefore also make sense at a younger age (under 30). The wrinkle-formation process cannot be stopped, but it can be delayed for a long time.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended. Botox must also not be used in cases of blood-clotting disorders or nerve or muscle diseases. Certain antibiotics (e.g. aminoglycosides, polymyxins) are not compatible with botulinum toxin. There should also be no skin infections in the treatment area.
In Austria, only doctors may carry out wrinkle injections with Botox. It is very important that the practitioner has anatomical knowledge of the face. In addition, Botox must be properly dissolved and stored before administration. With Dr. Özdemir, as a specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, you are in good hands.
The treatment is not painful. Only a burning sensation is noticeable during the injection. Sensitive people can be given a local anaesthetic or numbing ointment beforehand on request.
The treatment effect sets in after two to three days; the maximum effect is reached after about 10 days. Only in rare cases does it take longer for the effect to set in.
Small bruises or swelling can occur initially. In rare cases, asymmetries can arise or be intensified. Complications such as a temporary drooping of the eyebrow or upper eyelid are extremely rare. To rule out such risks, the Botox injection should be carried out by an experienced specialist. As botulinum toxin has already been used for decades for muscle spasms, it is known that it does not cause long-term side effects.
Botox is classically used mostly in the upper third of the face – for forehead lines, frown lines and laughter lines. The selectively immobilised areas do not change the facial expression. Mouth and cheek movements remain unaffected. Nowadays, experienced doctors also successfully treat other areas such as nose, mouth, chin and neck lines. Dr. Özdemir injects only as much as is needed for the wrinkles to disappear, while a natural residual expression remains.
In principle, yes. According to studies, the changes caused by botulinum recede completely after a few months. Usually, slightly less active substance is needed to achieve the same muscle-relaxing result, as the activity of the immobilised muscle has decreased somewhat. Many women have a refresher carried out after 6 months; men, because of stronger facial muscles, often after just 3 months.
In addition to wrinkle treatment, Botox is also used to treat migraine, muscle tension, cramps or spasticity. For excessive sweating, Botox can inhibit the activity of the sweat glands under the armpits. Botulinum toxin is also used for teeth grinding (bruxism).
The cost of the Botox treatment depends on the amount needed. Dr. Özdemir can tell you the exact price during the consultation. Feel free to arrange a consultation with Dr. Özdemir – your expert for Botox in Vienna.
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