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Botox

Botox Injection

Softens wrinkles; slims square jaw and trapezius muscle

Procedure Time

10–15 min

Anesthesia

None (topical numbing optional)

Effect Duration

Effects appear within 3–7 days; lasts 3–6 months

Recommended Interval

Maintenance every 3–6 months

Section 1

About This Procedure

Botulinum toxin is injected into targeted muscles to temporarily relax contractions, smoothing expression wrinkles and refining contours affected by muscle bulk, such as the jaw or calves.

Who Should Consider This

  • Those with expression lines on the forehead, glabella, or around the eyes
  • Anyone wanting to slim a square jaw or trapezius muscle
  • Those who want visible results in a short session
Section 2

Procedure Details

Downtime Immediate daily life (injection marks 1 day)
Pain Level Low
Anesthesia None (topical numbing optional)
Procedure Time 10–15 min
Effect Duration Effects appear within 3–7 days; lasts 3–6 months
Recommended Interval Maintenance every 3–6 months
Section 3

Precautions & Side Effects

  • Minor bruising or swelling at injection sites possible
  • Avoid lying down or massaging the area for 4 hours after treatment
  • Not performed on pregnant or breastfeeding patients
Section 4

Aftercare Guide

Avoid strenuous exercise and alcohol on the day of treatment

Do not rub the treated area

Light use of expression muscles helps absorption

Flight Safety Check

Flight Safety Guidance

Recovery is quick, so same-day flights are generally fine. Any faint injection marks can be covered with makeup.

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