We want to do something to combat the numerous worry lines that many men suffer when they reach the end of their 20s and beyond. This treatment is known by the neologism “brotox” – a combination of “brother” and “botox” – which has developed as part of the emancipation of male beauty.
Strongly pronounced facial expressions can mean that emotions leave their traces on our skin from a young age. This is not always a bad thing, as it can make some faces look more attractive and interesting. We talk about “frown lines” and “furrowed brows” – and sometimes doctors spot “crows’ feet” in areas around the eyes that we may just have perceived as laughter lines. Just as wrinkles can be seen as positive attributes, they can also be associated with negative connotations, such as fatigue, crabbiness and stress.
Wrinkles are entirely natural and are part of being human. Thanks to modern medicine, however, we can now control them. With the help of botulinum toxin A (or “botox”), we can soften wrinkles so we feel fresher, more relaxed and younger. In recent times, treatments with botulinum toxin A have not just been limited to cosmetic surgery; they have also been used to treat migraines, grinding of teeth, bladder disorders, hyperhidrosis and many other conditions. The varied medical applications show that botulinum toxin A is not just for cosmetic use; instead it represents a medical treatment that should be used by experts.
It is essential, especially for cosmetic surgery, that the attending physician has extensive anatomical knowledge and surgical experience in plastic surgery. This is because botulinum toxin A needs to be injected in precisely the layers that will achieve the best results. It is also vital that the potential results and the limits of the treatment are discussed clearly prior to the intervention.
Many people associate treatment with botulinum toxin A with a mask-like appearance that is unnatural, artificial and disfiguring. There are now lots of doctors offering botulinum toxin A injections. But botox injections are like art: anyone can pick up a brush and paint, but only a few people can create an effective painting. With a great eye for detail and technical acumen, it is possible to use just minimal doses in precisely the places where it is to take effect. In this way, wrinkles can be removed from the face without affecting the face’s natural expressions. A really good botulinum toxin A facial treatment should not even be noticeable. The patient should look natural and refreshed – and this should be the aim of every treatment.
So-called “frown lines” are caused by an overactivity of the corrugator muscles and the procerus muscle. These muscles contract, causing 2 to 3 parallel vertical lines to appear. These lines are generally only visible in younger people when they tense these muscles, but they can leave permanent, scar-like marks in the skin as people age. Neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to significantly reduce the muscular activity in the region. This serves to (a) significantly reduce existing wrinkles, (b) prevent new wrinkles from appearing and (c) raise the eyebrows, as the aforementioned muscle groups are also responsible for a lowering of the eyebrows. Usually, no more than 5 to 7 injections are required.
So-called “frown lines” are caused by an overactivity of the corrugator muscles and the procerus muscle. These muscles contract, causing 2 to 3 parallel vertical lines to appear. These lines are generally only visible in younger people when they tense these muscles, but they can leave permanent, scar-like marks in the skin as people age. Neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to significantly reduce the muscular activity in the region. This serves to (a) significantly reduce existing wrinkles, (b) prevent new wrinkles from appearing and (c) raise the eyebrows, as the aforementioned muscle groups are also responsible for a lowering of the eyebrows. Usually, no more than 5 to 7 injections are required.
“Furrowed brow” wrinkles are horizontal wrinkles on the forehead. They are caused by a contraction in the forehead muscle (musculus frontalis), which, incidentally, is also known as the “eyebrow raiser”. Neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to significantly reduce the activity of the forehead muscle, which serves to smooth the forehead area. By beginning treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) at an early stage, it can be possible to fully prevent the appearance of forehead wrinkles. Another plus: the treatment also reduces the shine on the forehead, as neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) also affect the secretion of sweat. Usually, 5 to 10 injections are required for this treatment.
“Furrowed brow” wrinkles are horizontal wrinkles on the forehead. They are caused by a contraction in the forehead muscle (musculus frontalis), which, incidentally, is also known as the “eyebrow raiser”. Neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to significantly reduce the activity of the forehead muscle, which serves to smooth the forehead area. By beginning treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) at an early stage, it can be possible to fully prevent the appearance of forehead wrinkles. Another plus: the treatment also reduces the shine on the forehead, as neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) also affect the secretion of sweat. Usually, 5 to 10 injections are required for this treatment.
“Laughter lines” are caused by a contraction to the ring muscle (musculus orbicularis oculi) around the eyes. Laughter lines can make a person look more friendly and likeable in moderate cases. But in more extreme cases, they create an unpleasant, jaded look. In this case, they are referred to as the less-pleasant-sounding “crow’s feet”. Suitable neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to retain the attractive, lines that create character, while significantly reducing unsightly laughter lines. Usually, 6 to 8 injections are required for this treatment.
“Laughter lines” are caused by a contraction to the ring muscle (musculus orbicularis oculi) around the eyes. Laughter lines can make a person look more friendly and likeable in moderate cases. But in more extreme cases, they create an unpleasant, jaded look. In this case, they are referred to as the less-pleasant-sounding “crow’s feet”. Suitable neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to retain the attractive, lines that create character, while significantly reducing unsightly laughter lines. Usually, 6 to 8 injections are required for this treatment.
DURATION
10-20 minutes
ANAESTHETIC
Local anaesthetic upon request
POST-OP CARE
Cooling the treated area
RECOMMENCE SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Immediately
EXERCISE
After one day
Neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can be used to prevent wrinkles in younger people and to reduce wrinkles later on in life. The injections weaken the muscle groups that produce wrinkles.
Please note that neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) are mainly used to reduce dynamic wrinkles, i.e. wrinkles that appear during facial expressions.
For static wrinkles, i.e. wrinkles that are visible when pulling a neutral facial expression, we recommend a combined treatment with a filler.
Forehead wrinkles • Frown lines • Laughter lines • Cheek wrinkles • Eyebrow lift • Marionette lines • Strawberry lift • Smokers’ lines • Gummy smile • Migraines • Sweat reduction in the armpits, feet and hands
Following a detailed consultation and in-depth examination including a face analysis, we will provide you with a custom quote. This is based on the areas to be treated. Treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) does not require an overnight stay in hospital and doesn’t involve any recovery time. Do not take any aspirin or other blood-thinning medication 14 days prior to the operation.
The procedure lasts around 10 minutes. We can numb your face with a face-numbing cream, so that you don’t feel a thing and can be fully relaxed during the procedure
The final results are visible within 1 to 2 weeks. You can return to life as normal immediately after the procedure.
Depending on the individual case, the effect of the neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin) can last between 3 and 9 months. This time frame depends on the speed that your body breaks down the neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin), on how badly the muscle groups were affected prior to treatment, and on whether it is a first or follow-up treatment.
The general rule is: the more often that you use neuromodulators (like botulinum toxin), the longer the results last, with the same dose. If you stop using neuromodulators (botulinum toxin), the wrinkles will return to their form from before the treatment. Neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) do not leave any residue.
All of the neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) that we use in our practice are fully broken down by the body. They differ in terms of their strength and storage.
Any redness or minimal haematomas that appear as a result of the treatment can be covered with make-up and disappear within a few days. Treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) is 100% safe and reversible. The procedure is quick, simple and offers maximum impact, as long as it is carried out by an experienced expert.
It cannot be stressed often enough: treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) should only be carried out by experienced specialists. Neuromodulators can be used in such a dosage that the expressions are reduced rather than erased altogether. 90% of all treatments with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) take place in the upper third of the face (forehead, laughter lines, eyebrow lift). Treatment with neuromodulators (botulinum toxin) rarely takes place in the lower two thirds of the face and is reserved for very specific cases (such as marionette lines, strawberry lifts, smokers’ lines, gummy smile, etc.) Important expressive movements in the mouth and cheek areas remain unaffected.
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