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Botox®
Also known as Botulinum Toxin has been used almost two hundred years ago for excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis). By the late 1960s it was
used for the treatment of squint. At the beginning of the twenty-first century it was used for a wide variety of cases like back pain,
headache, migraine and anal fissures.
How does it work?
Botox® relaxes the injected muscles and gives the skin a smoother look with fewer wrinkles. Botulinum toxin does not remove wrinkles
indefinitely; it is usually necessary to have a treatment every 3 - 6 months to maintain and improve upon the original results.
It has been proven to be quite safe to have botulinum toxin injections at the above frequency over a period of years.
What areas can be treated?
- Reduction in the appearance of crow's feet around the eyes, and frown lines
and wrinkles on the forehead and between the eyebrows.
- Reduce the appearance of fine lines underneath the eyes. This procedure often leaves the patient
with a slightly wider open - eyed look.
- Can be used to reposition or lift the eyebrows by a few millimetres. This is sometimes called a 'brow
lift'.
- It can lessen so-called 'bunny lines' (lines along the top of the nose caused when some
people smile).
- Other areas include: fine vertical lines in the lip area and around the corners of the
mouth. A dimply chin caused by the underlying muscle that occurs in some people can also be softened as
can 'necklace lines' or horizontal lines around the neck.
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The treatment
This treatment is simple, safe and quick. You can resume your normal activities immediately after the procedure. Many people
have their treatments in their lunch-time, for example, and return to work straight afterwards.
A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION is offered to discuss what treatment you would benefit from, a medical questionnaire and consent
form must be signed before any treatment. Before and after images taken to show you how successful your treatment has been.
First, the area to be injected will be cleaned with an antiseptic wipe. I always apply topical anaesthetic to make the procedure less
uncomfortable. Then, using micro needles and disposable syringes, tiny amounts of botulinum toxin, will be injected into several points
in the agreed area.
The whole treatment should usually take no longer than 10 – 15 minutes and you can normally drive immediately and go
about your usual activities.
Depending on the area treated, dose used, and how you respond to botulinum toxin, repeat treatments will be required
around every 3 - 6 months.
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The press
Although you might have read words such as 'poison' or 'toxic substance' to describe the effects of botulinum toxin, this is
usually just the work of sensationalist journalists who are not very well informed. There is now a huge amount of clinical
and practical evidence that has been generated over the last 15 years in support of the effectiveness and safety of
botulinum toxin in all its uses.
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Cost
Remember that you are in safe hands as your treatment is done by a fully qualified practitioner with many years of
general practice and emergency experience. My prices are very competitive as I offer home treatment.
- Two areas:
- Three areas:
- Additional areas:
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£249 (Frown & Forehead OR Frown & Eyes)
£299 (Frown, Forehead & Eyes)
£50 per extra area
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For full price list please click here to download in PDF format.
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Hyperhidrosis (Excessive perspiration)
Sweating is a very important way for the body to lose heat. However, people with hyperhidrosis tend to produce sweat in amounts far
greater than needed and this can have a profound effect on their daily lives, including their confidence.
Botox is recommended for the treatment of hyperhidrosis which affects their armpits when other treatments have not worked. Treatment
takes 30 minutes and both armpits are treated. Please contact me for further details.
Generalised sweating is much less common and is usually caused by an illness such as infections, diabetes or when the thyroid gland
is overactive. You need to see your doctor for further details if you suffer from generalised sweating. Here are few things you can try:
- Choose clothing that will keep you cool. Natural fibres are cool but they absorb sweat and can remain damp, some
synthetic fibres are warm but they draw sweat away from the body and feel dry. Consider having a change of clothing available during
the day.
- Keep your work environment cool and well aired.
- Avoid the food and drinks that trigger sweating. These will be different for everyone ( e.g. spicy food, hot
drinks, alcohol)
- Think about how you can reduce stress during the day, plan your activities carefully and make time to relax.
- Pay attention to your personal hygiene. Odour can be reduced by taking frequent showers. It may be inconvenient
for people who constantly sweat, but it is a simple and effective measure to take.
Cost
£450 for both armpits.
For full price list please click here to download in PDF format.
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