A Guide To Botox In Singapore
Botox (BTX) is one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Whether you’re considering BTX for the first time or looking for a refresher, our page covers everything you need to make an informed decision about this rejuvenation option.
What is BTX
Botox (BTX), is short for Botulinum toxin, a neurotoxic protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
When injected in small doses into specific muscles, botox is used cosmetically to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines.
BTX works by blocking the release of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine from nerves endings in the muscles. This disruption temporarily relaxes the muscles, reducing dynamic facial wrinkles and lines caused by repetitive movements like frowning, squinting or forehead wrinkling. The results are a softening and smoothing of lines.
How is the BTX procedure done?
- Our specialist doctors will examine your skin and muscle movement to determine the treatment plan to achieve your goals.
- A numbing cream can be applied to the treatment areas before injections for comfort.
- Using a fine needle, a few drops of BTX are injected into the facial muscle of the pre-determined problem areas, blocking the nerve impulses that cause the contractions. During this, you may feel slight pinpricks. The procedure is usually very quick, often taking only a few minutes.
- As the stimulation to the muscle weakens, the lines gradually soften, giving you a more refreshed, relaxed, highly natural looking appearance.
What Can BTX Treat?
Some of the most common areas BTX can be used to treat include:
When should I consider BTX?
Some signs that it may be time to consider BTX include:
Moderate to Severe Wrinkles Forming
If dynamic wrinkles like frown lines or crow’s feet are noticeable when your face is at rest, BTX can help smooth them out.
Wrinkles Appearing Earlier Than Expected
Factors like sun damage, smoking, lack of SPF use can cause wrinkles to appear prematurely. BTX can be a preventative measure.
Wrinkles Impacting Confidence
If wrinkles are making you feel self-conscious or older than your age, BTX can subtly improve their appearance.
Desire to Pause Skin’s Aging Process
BTX works by blocking facial movements that contribute to wrinkle formation over time. This can a temporary “pause button” for aging.
Genetics and Lifestyle Factors
If wrinkles run in your family or you spend lots of time in the sun, you may be more prone to early wrinkling treatable by BTX.
It is ideal to consider BTX when wrinkles are just starting to impact your appearance but before they become severely etched into the skin. Consultation with our specialists can help determine if BTX is right for your individual skin concerns and genetics.
Our Expertise
We believe that we should “freeze our lines not our expression”.
As oculoplastic and aesthetic surgeons, our doctors understand facial anatomy and how it alters with age. Our doctors are careful to ensure that our patients achieve bespoke natural-looking results with movement.
