Botox Treatment in Surrey

Botox® is a brand of botulinum toxin type A, a prescription-only medicine that relaxes the muscles it is injected into.

Botox® temporarily reduces the strength of nerve signals reaching targeted muscles. This muscle relaxation reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and the aim is to keep facial movement and expression natural. Botox® is most suited to dynamic wrinkles caused by muscle movement.

Botox® works by temporarily blocking the release of acetylcholine, the chemical messenger nerves use to tell muscles to contract. With less of that signal getting through, the treated muscles contract less, which reduces the repeated movement that contributes to dynamic lines.

Although Botox® is typically used to address signs of ageing in the face, it is not the same as dermal fillers.

Many of our clients choose to have both dermal fillers and Botox anti-wrinkle injections, but how are they different?

Dermal fillers, as the name suggests, add volume and help to smooth lines and wrinkles. They are usually used for lines that are visible at rest, whereas Botox® is used for those created dynamically (by muscle contractions), for instance frown lines.

During your consultation, one of our doctors or nurse prescribers will work with you to assess the best treatment, with tailored advice every step of the way.

Botox® is a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment that may suit people looking to soften lines caused by muscle movement. Our Surrey clinic offers Botox® led by our doctors and nurse prescribers.

Uses for Botox® include:

• Forehead lines – softens the horizontal lines on your forehead.
• Crow’s Feet – Softens lines at the corners of the eyes caused by smiling or squinting.
• Frown Lines – softens lines caused by frowning, including the vertical “11” lines between the eyebrows.
• Bunny Lines – Reduces lines across the bridge of the nose.
• Brow Lift – can subtly raise the brows for a more refreshed look.
• Gummy Smile – can reduce how much of the upper gum shows when you smile.
• Platysma Bands – Softens ageing lines and bands in the neck.
• Marionette Lines – Softens lines from the mouth to the chin.

We also treat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). If that’s your concern, book a consultation and one of our prescribers will talk you through the options.

If Botox® is not suitable for you, we may be able to suggest other non-surgical options, such as dermal fillers.

Book a consultation with one of our prescribers to talk through Botox® at our Surrey clinic.