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Botulinum toxin type A is a drug doctors have been using for years to treat dynamic wrinkles and facial creases. Botox is a brand name of a toxin made by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are other brands, such as Dysport and Xeomin. Botox is the term you hear most often because it was the first injectable botulinum toxin.
The most common reason doctors use Botulinum toxin injections is to reduce the appearance of face wrinkles. But getting a Botox shot can help treat other conditions, such as: Severe underarm sweating (hyperhidrosis), Clenching of the jaw (Bruxism), Chronic Headache and migraine, Cervical dystonia (a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder muscle spasms), Blinking that you can’t control (blepharospasm), Eyes that point in different directions (strabismus), Overactive bladder
Botulinum toxin type A blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles. The injected muscle can’t contract. That makes wrinkles relax and soften. Botox is most often used for forehead lines, crow’s feet (lines around the eye), and frown lines. It can also be used effectively for a brow lift. Botox works best on dynamic wrinkles (wrinkles cause by movement), and will only soften static wrinkles with limited improvement.
Getting Botox takes only a few minutes. You won’t need anesthesia. The provider uses a small needle to inject Botox into specific muscles with only minor discomfort. It generally takes 7 to 14 days to take full effect. It’s best to avoid alcohol a few days before the procedure. You should also stop taking aspirin and anti-inflammatory medications a week before treatment to help prevent bruising. Avoid rubbing the injection site for 24 hours so you don’t spread the Botox to another area. Stay upright for 4 hours after the shots and take a day off from exercising.
Dr. Carstens studied Pharmacy at North-West University, Medicine at Wits University, completed 7 years of internships, community service, and public service, and achieved a Diploma in Anaesthesia. Currently she runs a full time GP practice alongside the Renewal (Aesthetic) Clinic.
She aims to improve her patients’ quality of life by enhancing and managing their skin conditions and thus improving their confidence.
Dr. Carstens is always on standby on site at Renewal Clinic to enable her team to provide the optimal treatments. She also specializes in Chemical peels, PRP treatments, Aquagold intradermal injections, Botulinum toxin injections, Hyaluronic Acid Filler, Thread Lifting, and prescribing the optimal home care products.
For Bookings or Enquiries, please WhatsApp or Email us, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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