Dr. Svetlana Stryuts
Botox Treatments for Aesthetic Care
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My interest in Botox began during my Family Medicine residency at McMaster University. During two additional electives in dermatology, I realized I could combine my two passions — medicine and aesthetics — to help patients feel and look their best. Over time, I became very comfortable working with cosmetic Botox treatments.
My approach
At our clinic, we prioritize a natural look in all our treatments. We believe it's essential for our clients to have a clear understanding of their proposed treatment plan, including the capabilities and limitations of our services. We also ensure that clients are informed about possible side effects and what to expect during their time with us. satisfaction and peace of mind are our top priorities.
We form wrinkles from frequent contraction of our mimic muscles . At first, we develop dynamic wrinkles - the wrinkles which disappear once we don't have any facial expression. Over time, the wrinkles can become static - they will not disappear completely when we relax facial muscles.
Botox works though relaxing muscles that create wrinkles.
-Botox is merely a name of one of neurotoxins that are used in cosmetic industry. There are other brands that produce neurotoxins such as Dysport or Xeomin.
Currently, in our clinic we administer only Botox.
-It does NOT "freeze" your face, you can still have facial expression without forming wrinkles.
- The skin does not feel numb after treatment.
-Although Botox improves quite well moderate to severe wrinkles, it does not dramatically change your appearance. It will not have effect of cosmetic surgery.
- The injections are done with smallest needle. pain is minimal and brief.
-The full effect gradually appears within 2 weeks time and lasts on average 3-4 months.
Side effects are infrequent. Proper technique of injection is crucial:
- Since Botox is administered though injection, bruising might happen in small percent of the cases.
- Droopy eyelid . around 3 % of people develop this side effect if frown lines are treated. The effect can be alleviated with special eye drops. Typically it improves on its own after several weeks.
- Mild Headaches - temporally with treatment of forehead lines.
- Brow ptosis - eyebrows might feel heavy in 2 % of cases.
- If you have deep wrinkles, Botox may have less effect on them and some of the wrinkle will stay after treatment. Although typically with multiple treatment even deep wrinkle tent to get better.
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