What is Botox?
Botox is the trade name for Botulinum Toxin. It is a purified protein which, when injected with a very fine needle into selected muscle groups, relaxes and re-educates the muscles thus reducing the appearance of lines. The effect is particularly pleasing in the frown and worry lines of the forehead, the laughter lines or crows'' feet and in certain areas around the mouth or in the neck. Discomfort is minimal and the treatment is over in a matter of minutes.
Botox is a prescription drug and it is unlawful for anyone other than a qualified doctor to administer. It is best to select a clinic registered with the HealthCare Commission as these clinics have been vetted and follow recognised protocols. Experienced aesthetically trained doctors provide the highest quality treatments.