How long does a BOTOX® treatment last?
Results can be seen from as little as 7 - 14 days.

The BOTOX® treatment can last up to 4-6 months, but the duration varies from person to person. Frequent treatments and larger quantities of Botox® will increase the duration of the effects.

The results can be affected by certain types of medication. Fat burners and medication increasing basal metabolic rate will decrease the time your BOTOX® will last. It is also important to use good skin care products to lengthen the effects of your BOTOX®.

How safe is it?
BOTOX® has been used for more than 20 years in the medical field treating neurological and ophthalmological conditions e.g. migraines and muscle spasms and has an excellent safety profile. There are over 2000 published trials in over 60 countries which highlight the safety of the product.

BOTOX® is not recommended if:

• You suffer from any neuromuscular disease
• You are pregnant or breast feeding
• You are on blood thinning medication eg. Aspirin, Warfarin, Plavix
• You suffer from active cold sores

Are there any side effects?
Yes, there are, and any of the following could occur:

• Transient redness, swelling and bruising at site of injection (20 minutes)
• Headaches may occur in first 12 hours after the injection has been administered
• Ptosis, drooping of upper eyelid, - a very rare side effect and depends on the technique of the injection
  

Caring for myself after BOTOX®

• Do not rub the injected area immediately after the procedure
• Avoid lying down for 4 hours after your injection
• We also advise you not to exercise for 24 hours after a BOTOX® injection
• You may continue with your usual skin care regime and make-up may be applied

What is the cost?
The price is determined per unit used. This varies according to the area treated and the gender of the client. Men on average use 1.5x more BOTOX® than women as they have greater muscle bulk.

How does it work?
A tiny amount of BOTOX® is injected into the muscle, blocking the receptor that responds to the impulses from the nerve thus relaxing the muscle and giving the face a relaxed, wrinkle free appearance. It is the relaxation of the fine muscles of the face that leads to wrinkle reduction.

BOTOX® only works on dynamic wrinkles, not static lines.

Fillers

Everyone’s skin ages differently and Dr Ally's JUVÉDERM® XC fillers may be used to rejuvenate multiple problem areas like:

• Smile lines
• Lip lines
• Lip Enhancement (Plump Lips)
• Wrinkles / fine lines
• Re-shaping of the chin or cheeks
• Nose Re-Sculpting

What are fillers?
JUVÉDERM® XC is the smooth gel filler that we use to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth and nose. With just one treatment, you’ll get smooth and natural-looking results that lasts up to a year.

JUVÉDERM® XC is manufactured using HYLACROSS™ technology, creating a smooth-consistency gel. It is infused with lidocaine to improve comfort during treatment. With JUVÉDERM® XC you get the smooth results you expect, with the improved comfort you want.

Everyone will notice, but no one will know.

What are the side-effects?
Temporary bruising and swelling may occur at the site of injection; however this normally disappears within 24 hours and settles to create the desired effect.

Adverse reactions have been recorded to hyaluronic acid fillers, but these are very rare. Ensure that a doctor trained in dermal fillers does the procedure for you.