The Aesthetic Medicine

Botulinum Toxin

Facial wrinkles are the natural expression of the aging process of tissues, the action of the muscles (frown lines), and secondary damage to exposure to the sun. Botulinum toxin is a substance produced by a bacterium (Clostridium botulinum), and that when injected into a muscle it paralyzes you for a certain period of time.

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Advantages of the procedure

Non-surgical facial rejuvenation

Reducing dynamic wrinkles (forehead, between the eyebrows, crow's feet) quickly, efficiently, and without the need for surgery.

Outpatient procedure and minimally invasive

Apply in just a few minutes in the office, without the need of disability or prolonged recovery.

Prevention of aging

To temporarily block the muscle contraction, helps to prevent the formation of new expression lines.

Natural results, and temporary

Improves the appearance without changing the facial expression; its effect lasts between 3 to 4 months, allowing adjustments progressive.

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Before and after

    • Step-by-step Procedure

    Step 1
    Evaluation of facial custom

    The surgeon identifies the areas with expression lines and analyzes the muscle strength to determine the exact points of application.

    Step 2
    Application of the toxin

    With a very fine needle is used to inject the botulinum toxin in specific muscles of the face such as forehead, glabellar lines, or crow's feet. The procedure takes just a few minutes.

    Step 3
    Recovery and control

    It is recommended not to massage the area or go to bed in the first 4 hours. On day 10 we performed a medical check-up to assess the effect and make tweaks if necessary.

    Care Pre – Post Surgical Botulinum Toxin

    Before the procedure

    Avoid blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E), alcohol and makeup on the day of the application. Inform the specialist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

    After the procedure

    Do not massage or rub the treated areas for at least 24 hours. Avoid intense exercise, local heat, and bedtime during the first 4 hours. Place an ice pack intermittently if there is redness or mild swelling.

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    No, it is performed with local anesthesia, and the postoperative discomfort are mild and manageable.

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    No, there is minimal wear and is done only in the surface layer of the enamel, while keeping the functionality of a tooth