It is one of the most commonly used non-surgical cosmetic procedures in Colombia. It involves the application of a medication (botulinum toxin type A (Botox)) using small needles.
The main use in aesthetic medicine is the treatment of dynamic wrinkles (those caused by movement).
The most common treatment areas are the forehead, between the eyebrows, and crow's feet, although the neck, nasal lines, nasal tip elevation, and armpits can also be treated to prevent excessive sweating.
The application is quick, in-office, and the duration is between 4 and 6 months depending on each patient's metabolism.
It is important that the patient knows that NO It causes dependency and when you stop using it NO It does not worsen or accelerate wrinkles or cause sagging of the face, it only returns to the appearance it had before application.
After applying botulinum toxin to specific facial muscles, we will inform you of the recommendations you should follow after treatment.
During the first week of treatment, you'll notice your muscles begin to relax and fewer facial lines and wrinkles will appear on your face. This effect disappears within 3–6 months, depending on each patient's metabolism.
