Botulinum Toxin

An Effective, Safe and Natural Solution with Botulinum Toxin

Lines and wrinkles that form on the skin over time can cause aesthetic concerns. These lines, which form especially in areas where mimic muscles are frequently used, such as the forehead, around the eyes and between the eyebrows, can now be safely treated with advanced medical methods. Botulinum toxin applications, one of the prominent methods in this field, draw attention with their effective results in a short time.

Doctor Fatma Yıldız, who specializes in Ankara laser and aesthetic applications, emphasizes that this method both provides a youthful appearance and is effective in medical problems such as excessive sweating.

What is Botulinum Toxin?

Botulinum toxin is a natural substance obtained from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This toxin prevents muscles from contracting by temporarily stopping the signals from nerve endings to the muscles. As a result, mimic movements that cause wrinkles are reduced and the skin surface gains a smoother appearance.

How Does the Mechanism of Action Work?

Botulinum toxin prevents the release of a chemical called acetylcholine from nerve endings. In this way, muscles relax and wrinkles are reduced. Its effect usually starts within 3-5 days and lasts for 3 to 5 months. It can be observed that this period is extended as the application is repeated.

Where is it used?

This toxin is used not only for aesthetic purposes but also in the treatment of some medical conditions. The most common areas of use are:

Forehead lines
Vertical lines between the eyebrows
Crow's feet wrinkles around the eyes
Neck bands
Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Brow lift
Some patients also state that migraine attacks decrease after the application. This shows that the medical use areas of botulinum toxin will expand in the future.

Which Products are Used?

There are various products containing botulinum toxin type A and B on the market. The most common of these are:

Type A Toxins: This is the most commonly preferred form for aesthetic purposes.
Type B Toxins: Used mostly in the treatment of neurological diseases.
The products and doses used may vary depending on the brand. Therefore, the treatment must be planned by an experienced physician in the field.

Application Process

Botulinum toxin application is a very short procedure and is usually completed within 10-15 minutes. During the application, very small amounts of toxin are injected into the muscles that cause wrinkles with special fine-tipped needles. No serious pain is usually felt during the procedure.

The person can return to their daily life immediately after the application. However, it is recommended not to lie face down, not to touch the application area and not to do heavy exercise for the first four hours.

When Are the Effects Seen?

The first effects begin to appear from the 3rd day. The full effect is usually observed within 7 to 10 days. The results obtained remain permanent for 3-5 months, depending on the person's age, muscle structure and the doses applied.

Side Effects and Safety

Botulinum toxin treatments have been applied safely for years. Some uncommon but temporary side effects may include:

Mild bruising or redness
Headache
Mild tenderness at the injection site
Drooping eyelids (rare)
These types of effects usually go away on their own within a few days. The risk is minimized in applications performed by an experienced doctor. Doctor Fatma Yıldız aims to achieve natural and balanced results by making a special plan for each patient.

Botulinum Toxin Eyebrow Shaping

This toxin can also be used to lift and reshape the eyebrows. This procedure is called “chemical eyebrow lift”. The shape of the eyebrow greatly affects your expression. While women generally prefer more arched eyebrows, a straighter eyebrow structure provides a natural look in men.

Use in Sweating Treatment

Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), especially in the armpits, palms and soles, can make a person socially uncomfortable. Botulinum toxin reduces sweating by blocking the nerve signals of the sweat glands in these areas. Its effect usually lasts 6-9 months and is quite successful.

Dosage and Storage Conditions

The toxin used in the application is diluted with sterile physiological serum before the procedure. Dosage is determined according to the application area and the person's muscle structure. The diluted product should generally be used within 48 hours, stored in the refrigerator and should never be refrozen.

Where is Botulinum Toxin Application Performed in Ankara?

For those who want to have this application safely in the capital, clinics providing service in the field of Ankara laser applications come to the fore. In one of these clinics, Ankara Life Polyclinic, the team under the management of Doctor Fatma Yıldız performs botulinum toxin applications with scientific foundations and aesthetic sensitivity.

Conclusion

Botulinum toxin is one of the most preferred and reliable methods among non-surgical aesthetic procedures.