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| Botox Treatment - Dr Niketa, - Dermatologist - Skin and Hair Specialist - New Delhi |
Frown lines are the dynamic expression lines that occur between
the eyebrows. These lines are associated with the expression of anger and
worry. Many patients who approach me for the treatment of frown lines do so not
because they want to look younger, but because their colleagues and family
members perceive them as angry or worried all the time!
Frown lines are caused by the action of the muscles
procerus, the right and left corrugators and sometimes the depressor
supercilli. These muscles together form the glabellar complex. Frown lines initially
are always dynamic, they occur while emoting and disappear immediately after.
But as time passes by these muscles become hypertrophic and hypertonic causing
a more permanent or a static frown irrespective of the emotions of the person.
Treating frown lines is simple but can be tricky. Dynamic
and early static lines can effectively be treated with neuro-modulators such as
Botox. The dose and the points of injection are determined during the
consultation. I usually prefer 3 to 6
tiny injections into the responsible muscles depending upon individual anatomy.
The injections are virtually painless and can be done under topical
anaesthesia, ice numbing or even directly under aseptic conditions.
The effect of the Botox lasts for about 3-5 months depending
upon the level of hyperactivity of the glabellar complex and lifestyle of the
patient. Touch-up injections may be required thereafter if maintenance of results is
desired. Over the years the hypertrophy and hypertonicity subsides and the dose
required of Botox may reduce.
The trick is making the treated area look natural and not stiff
or mask-like. This allows the patient to have a relaxed expression and a natural
frown when required without looking frozen.
The single most important advice I can give to all those
considering this treatment is choose your injecting Dermatologist wisely. Intricate
facial assessment, appropriate injection points and the right dosage is what
differentiates a skilled Dermatologist from the average injectors.
Keep looking beautiful
XOXO
Dr Niketa
