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What is Botulinum Toxin Injections?

Botulinum toxin is a substance obtained from bacteria and produced in a laboratory environment, and toxin applications are the most common non-surgical cosmetic applications in the world. The products approved for use in our country are Allergan Botulinum toxin, Dysport and Nabota. There is no difference between the products in terms of effectiveness and there are slight differences in the way of use. It will be most appropriate for the person to determine the substance to be applied by the physician.

With the use of toxin, the horizontal lines on the forehead, the vertical grooves between the two eyebrows (glabella), the fine wrinkles spread in the form of horizontal crow's feet near the eyes and the fine wrinkles around the mouth can be removed or reduced. At the same time, it is possible to thin the face a little with the application of toxin, eyebrow lifting and application to the masseter muscle.



The working mechanism of Botulinum toxin is to prevent the stimuli from reaching the muscle and, accordingly, to prevent our muscles from contracting. Thus, it prevents the formation of skin wrinkles caused by mimic movements and provides opening in existing lines. It is very safe to use, low doses of toxins are used in cosmetic applications and do not cause any general side effects in the body.

Very fine-tipped injectors are used during toxin administration, and there is a short-term mild pain during administration. After the application, it is recommended not to touch the face and not to rub it. The person can continue his daily life by paying attention to these rules.

Although the effect of the toxin starts within a few hours, full efficacy is seen in 10 days, so a control evaluation is made on the 10th day and an additional dose is applied if necessary. Although its effectiveness is full in the first 2 months, it gradually decreases after 2 months and the effect disappears at the end of approximately 4 months. Toxin application can be repeated as much as desired, and repeated applications do not cause any problems.