Botox ® & Dysport ®

The dosage of Botox® or Dysport® units varies among patients due to several factors:

1. Muscle Mass Differences: Men typically have larger muscle mass, necessitating potentially higher doses of Botox® or Dysport® for optimal results.
2. Facial Expression Variances: Individual differences in facial expressions influence dosage requirements; some have less expressive faces, while others are more animated.
3. Facial Muscle Recruitment: Following Botulinum Toxin administration, some individuals may recruit additional facial muscles, which can affect dosage needs.
4. Biochemical Variations: Patients with specific biochemical differences, such as those taking fat burners, may metabolise Botulinum Toxin differently, impacting treatment duration.
5. Skin Condition: Sun-damaged skin alters Botulinum Toxin's efficacy, necessitating unit dosage adjustments.

At Skin Renewal, all new patients are required to schedule a follow-up appointment with the doctor two weeks after the initial injection to evaluate the final outcome. Additional injections may be necessary to achieve optimal results, and charges are applied accordingly for top-ups exceeding 2 to 4 units.

Men, despite often overlooking signs of ageing, also undergo facial changes. To maintain a youthful and masculine appearance, it's advisable for men to consult a Skin Renewal doctor for a comprehensive facial assessment and tailored treatment plan. Such treatments can effectively roll back the years (6-24 months), instilling confidence without compromising a natural or masculine look.

Ensure your safety and optimal results by selecting reputable products like Botox® or Dysport® and ensuring your treating medical professional is well-trained in these procedures. It's advisable to seek treatment from doctors who perform these procedures regularly to minimise complications such as incorrectly placed injections or dosage miscalculations, which can lead to undesirable outcomes like brow or eyelid drooping.

Common risks include bruising and temporary headaches, while infections are rare. Allergic reactions to these brands are exceedingly uncommon. While Botulinum doses are generally safe, caution is advised during pregnancy due to the lack of official risk studies in this regard.

In our youth, when our skin boasted ample collagen, our wrinkles were primarily dynamic. At rest, our faces remained smooth, devoid of wrinkles. However, as collagen diminishes with age, dynamic wrinkles transition into static wrinkles. This shift occurs due to the repetitive facial movements that gradually "crack" the skin.

Dynamic wrinkles stem from facial expressions, where each facial muscle contraction creates grooves beneath the skin's surface. With age, skin elasticity wanes, preventing it from reverting to its wrinkle-free state. Consequently, these grooves become ingrained on the face, manifesting as fine lines and wrinkles.

A biokineticist is not qualified to administer Botulinum injections. You have to be a qualified medical doctor to do so in South Africa. Botox® or Dysport® are registered, scheduled drugs. Biokineticists are not qualified to administer or prescribe drugs. So, unless you have a medical degree that allows you to prescribe and administer medication, you cannot administer these injectables.

With the extensive use of Botulinum Toxin injections worldwide, research and experience have indicated that consistent usage over a decade can effectively delay the ageing process. By utilising Botulinum Toxin to relax facial expressions, we mitigate the formation of skin breaks or wrinkles. Continuous relaxation of the skin allows for collagen accumulation in treated areas, leading to improved wrinkle appearance.

Consistent Botulinum Toxin injections every 4 to 5 months offer a superior long-term solution, as they prevent collagen depletion caused by repetitive muscle movements.

Facial injections of Botulinum Toxin have emerged as a cornerstone of facial rejuvenation, effectively smoothing away frown lines and easing tension in furrowed brows. Endorsed by the FDA for cosmetic purposes, Botulinum Toxin boasts a stellar safety profile, making it the go-to cosmetic procedure worldwide. With over a decade of utilisation in aesthetic practices and more than two decades in neurology and ophthalmology, Botulinum Toxin Facial enjoys robust support from numerous publications, affirming its efficacy and safety.

For optimal results, Botulinum Toxin Facial injections should be administered in a physician's office by a seasoned medical doctor who is well-versed in facial muscular anatomy and the aesthetic nuances of precise placement. The success of the procedure hinges greatly on the injector's experience.

After a Botulinum Toxin procedure, temporary side effects like mosquito-bite-like areas may occur, typically lasting 20-60 minutes and resolving spontaneously. Occasionally, small red areas at injection sites may appear but usually vanish within a couple of days. It's advisable to avoid lying down for at least 4 hours post-procedure to minimise the risk of Botulinum Toxin diffusion to adjacent areas.

• You can resume your regular skincare routine immediately after treatment, and makeup application is permitted.
• Exercise should be avoided for 24 hours following Botulinum Toxin injections.

To reduce the risk of bruising, refrain from using aspirin-containing products or high-dose vitamin E supplements for 48 hours before the procedure, although ideally, avoidance for 10 days prior is recommended.

After undergoing treatment, initial improvements in lines may become noticeable within 4 days, with the full effect typically manifesting after 14 days. Results vary, lasting up to 4 months, depending on individual response and initial Botulinum Toxin dosage. "Baby Botox®" involves administering Botulinum Toxin in three areas at half the usual dose, providing a shorter-lasting effect of 6 to 8 weeks, ideal for actors requiring facial expression.

Repeated Botulinum Toxin treatments can extend the duration of results over time.

Patients with hyperactive brows may experience a shorter duration of effect as the Botulinum Toxin is metabolised more quickly in these individuals.