Frequently Asked Questions

BOTULINUM TOXIN

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  • What is the difference between botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid?

    Botox and hyaluronic acid are two different but complementary treatments.

  • What is botulinum toxin and what is it used for?

    Botulinum toxin essentially takes care of the upper third of the face: forehead, inter-eyebrow region and eye contour. It causes relaxation of the muscles responsible for the appearance of static wrinkles: forehead wrinkles, frown lines, crow's feet wrinkles. The injection of botox therefore makes it possible to attenuate or even eliminate these wrinkles in order to rejuvenate the face.

  • When can botulinum toxin be used?

    Indications for botulinum toxin injection are varied:

  • How is a botulinum toxin injection performed?

    The initial consultation allows the doctor to carry out an examination of your face to verify that the injection of botulinum toxin is well suited to your needs. It also determines the quantity of botulinum toxin to be injected during your future session. The injection is made under the skin at different points.

  • Is it painful?

    The injection needle is very fine and the sessions are generally almost painless. Dr. Saglam uses the finest needles on the market.

  • What precautions should be taken after the injection of botulinum toxin?

    After the botox injection the patient:

  • How soon are the results visible after a botox injection?

    The results are visible from 3 days after the injection session. The action of botulinum toxin is complete after 10 days. Dr. Saglam can perform a touch-up to intensify the result obtained after 15 days.

  • How long do the effects last?

    The result of Botox will fade on its own, on average in 4/6 months. You can choose to let the Botox subside to regain your natural face, or to redo the injections.

  • What is the mini-dose injection?

    This technique corresponds to injections of micro-dosed botulinum toxin to soften the face. It is aimed more particularly at patients under 30 years of age.

  • Can I travel after an injection?

    The patient can of course travel and fly after an injection of botulinum toxin.

  • At what age can we start?

    There is no minimum age. However, the indication remains to be discussed with a health professional.

  • Is it possible to inject botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid at the same time?

    Yes. It is of course possible to carry out these two treatments during the same session.

  • What are the contraindications?

    In some cases, botulinum toxin should not be used:

  • How many times can botulinum toxin injections be given?

    Botulinum toxin sessions can be renewed at your convenience: 2 to 3 times a year.

HYALURONIC ACID

Everything you need to know about hyaluronic acid

  • What is hyaluronic acid?

    Naturally present in the skin tissue, hyaluronic acid contributes to its deep hydration. Hyaluronic acid is a synthetic product derived from biotechnology.

  • Who are hyaluronic acid injections suitable for?

    They are intended for all people wishing to improve the appearance of their face, by erasing its tired appearance, its sadness or its severity for the purpose of embellishment or rejuvenation.

  • Hyaluronic Acid or Botulinum Toxin?

    Botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid are two different but complementary treatments.

  • How does a hyaluronic acid injection session take place?

    After her clinical examination, Dr. establishes a tailor-made care plan to improve the appearance of your face and meet your needs. She proceeds to a local anesthesia then proceeds to the injection by explaining the various stages to you.

  • What are the expected results after an injection of hyaluronic acid?

    After treatment with hyaluronic acid, the result is immediate. We obtain a rested, rejuvenated and embellished face. These effects are observed as soon as the injection is finished and improve over time. The final result is appreciable after one month.

  • What precautions should be taken before an injection of hyaluronic acid?

    Before an injection of hyaluronic acid, you must:

  • What precautions should be taken after an injection of hyaluronic acid?

      Avoid any violent effort during the first 3 hours Do not massage / touch the treated area for 24 to 48 hours in order to keep the filler in its correct position Do not take aspirin or anti-inflammatory, vitamin C: 5 to 7 days before the injections and a few hours after Do not expose yourself to the sun and artificial UV rays for 48 hours

  • Which areas can be treated with hyaluronic acid?

    Several areas of the face can be treated with hyaluronic acid (in order of most frequent requests):

  • How many syringes do you need to use?

    This depends on several factors: the indication, the morphology of the face... The number of syringes per indication is given as an example (see prices).

  • Is it painful?

    The injection of hyaluronic acid is easily done using a fine needle or a cannula. In order to reduce the pain associated with the injection, we use products that also contain an anesthetic.

  • Are there any side effects?

    After the injection of hyaluronic acid, it is possible to observe swelling, slight redness or bruising in the treated area for 2 to 3 days.

  • Will my face look bigger after hyaluronic acid injections?

    On the contrary, the face appears refined with well-defined contours and the oval of the face is improved. Indeed, cross-linked hyaluronic acid has a volumizing effect. It is used to restore volumes lost over time for a rejuvenating effect (rejuvenation). But it is also increasingly used to beautify a face and redraw the contours of the face (Beautification).

  • How long do the effects of hyaluronic acid injections last?

    The effects of hyaluronic acid last between 9 and 18 months.

  • What if I don't like the result or have changed my mind?

    Hyaluronic acid is completely resorbable. It is degraded by the body in 9 to 12 months. However, we can use hyaluronidase to speed up the breakdown process.

  • How is a hyaluronidase injection performed?

    A test 24 hours before must be carried out systematically. The Dr performs one or more injections of hyaluronidase to dissolve the hyaluronic acid.

OTHERS

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I treat my forehead wrinkles?

    Thanks to botulinum toxin, we can reduce wrinkles on the forehead.

  • How do I treat my wrinkles between my eyebrows?

    Botulinum toxin can be used in this case.

  • How do I treat my wrinkles around the eyes?

    Botulinum toxin can be used in this case.

  • What makes me look tired?

    What mainly gives the tired look are: droopy eyebrows, dark circles or bags under the eyes, sunken cheekbones, the valley of tears, wrinkles around the eyes and dull skin.

  • Can I look less tired?

    Hyaluronic acid can be used to fill hollow areas that make you look tired: dark circles, cheekbones, valley of tears. Botulinum toxin is used for the treatment of wrinkles around the eyes. The skin booster or peel revitalizes the skin and makes it look better.

  • How to have fuller lips without profile projection?

    It is possible to have glamorous lips with a marked contour without forward projection thanks to the Russian lips technique.

  • What is the injection for the jawline?

    It is an injection of hyaluronic acid at the level of the mandibular arch and sometimes at the level of the chin. This improves the appearance of the face in profile and the oval of the face. The techniques used are different for women and men. It takes on average at least 3 syringes.

  • How can I improve the appearance of my skin?

    We can use peels in combination with skin boosters to revitalize the skin.

  • How can I treat my spots on my face?

    The peeling will make it possible to standardize the complexion. Ask your doctor for advice.

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