Botulinum Toxin (Facial)

Botulinum toxin injections relax targeted facial muscles to soften dynamic expression lines such as frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet. Offered within Stomatologia Pastor's aesthetic-medicine service, the treatment is also used in dentistry to ease clenching and grinding (bruxism). A short, precise set of injections gives a refreshed, natural look that develops over the following days.

Botulinum toxin works by temporarily reducing the activity of specific muscles. In facial aesthetics this softens the dynamic lines created by repeated expression — typically the frown lines between the brows, horizontal forehead lines and crow's feet at the eyes — so the overlying skin creases less and looks smoother, while keeping natural movement. Because dental practices are expert in the muscles of the face and jaw, botulinum toxin is also used to relax an overactive chewing muscle in patients who clench or grind (bruxism), which can ease associated jaw tension. At Stomatologia Pastor the treatment is delivered as part of the aesthetic-medicine offering. It begins with a short assessment to agree the areas to treat, followed by a series of small injections with a fine needle; the appointment is brief and usually needs no anaesthetic, and you can return to normal activities the same day while avoiding heat, lying flat and vigorous exercise for the rest of the day. The effect develops over about three to seven days and settles within two weeks, generally lasting three to four months before muscle activity gradually returns. Facial botulinum toxin suits adults wanting to soften expression lines while staying expressive; it is not used in pregnancy or breastfeeding. For bruxism, suitability and dosing are assessed individually. The clinician reviews your goals, suitability and any contraindications before treatment.