{"id":3215,"date":"2025-09-17T13:50:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T13:50:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drstamatiou.com\/our-services\/botulinum-toxin\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T10:37:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T10:37:06","slug":"botulinum-toxin","status":"publish","type":"our-services","link":"https:\/\/drstamatiou.com\/en\/our-services\/botulinum-toxin\/","title":{"rendered":"Botulinum Toxin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Smoothes wrinkles, rejuvenates appearance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Botulinum toxin is a safe and effective wrinkle smoothing treatment that temporarily relaxes facial muscles to reduce dynamic wrinkles caused by repetitive expressions such as frowning and smiling.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">It has been used in aesthetic medicine for over 30 years. The results usually last 4 to 6 months and require repeated sessions to maintain a refreshed, youthful appearance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>How botulinum toxin works<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Mechanism:<\/strong> It is a protein neurotoxin that temporarily blocks nerve signals to the targeted muscles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Effect:<\/strong> By relaxing these muscles, expression lines and wrinkles soften and skin looks smoother.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Treatment Areas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Forehead lines<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Crow\u2019s feet (around the eyes)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Frown lines (glabella, between eyebrows)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Masseter for bruxism<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Corners of the mouth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Benefits of botulinum toxin treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2705 Quick, minimally invasive procedure<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2705 Natural-looking, refreshed results<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2705 Prevents deepening of fine lines and wrinkles<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2705 Can treat both cosmetic and therapeutic concerns<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions about Botulinum Toxin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Q: How soon will I see results?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">A: Results begin to appear in 2 to 3 days and are complete in 10 to 12 days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Q: How long do the results last?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">A: Most patients enjoy smoother skin for 4\u20136 months before requiring a repeat treatment .<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Q: Will I look \u201cfrozen\u201d?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">A: When performed by experienced doctors, it provides natural results, allowing for normal expressions with softened lines.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Q: What\u2019s the downtime?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">A: Virtually none\u2014you can return to work or social activities right after treatment. Minor redness or swelling resolves within hours. Rarely, there may be a slight bruise that will resolve over several days. Avoid strenuous exercise and overheating (i.e. sauna, hamam) for 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Q: Is botulinum toxin safe?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">A: Yes. It is approved worldwide, with a long-standing record of safety when administered by trained medical professionals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Why Skin Care matters with Botulinum Toxin:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">One of the most common misconceptions is relying solely on botulinum toxin for anti-aging.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2728 Botulinum toxin treats the symptom (wrinkles).<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\u2728 Skincare treats the cause (aging skin).<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Healthy, resilient skin is less likely to develop permanent lines. Using active ingredients like Retinol, Vitamin C, and mineral sunscreen alongside Botox supports collagen production, repairs oxidative damage, and protects against sun-induced aging.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">\ud83d\udc49 By combining botulinum toxin with advanced skincare, results are improved and you may need fewer injections over time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","categories":[],"tags":[],"services":[144,143,145],"class_list":["post-3215","our-services","type-our-services","status-publish","hentry","services-face","services-treatments","services-wrinkle-smoothing"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Botulinum Toxin - Dr. Stamatiou<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Application of botulinum toxin for wrinkle smoothing and natural expression at Excel Medi Spa under medical supervision.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/drstamatiou.com\/en\/our-services\/botulinum-toxin\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Botulinum Toxin - Dr. Stamatiou\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Application of botulinum toxin for wrinkle smoothing and natural expression at Excel Medi Spa under medical supervision.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/drstamatiou.com\/en\/our-services\/botulinum-toxin\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"\u03a0\u03bb\u03b1\u03c3\u03c4\u03b9\u03ba\u03cc\u03c2 \u03c7\u03b5\u03b9\u03c1\u03bf\u03c5\u03c1\u03b3\u03cc\u03c2 V. 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