Muscular Tension, Headaches & Migraine
At our clinic, we approach the use of botulinum toxin with a strong emphasis on its medical applications, prioritizing treatments that improve health, well-being, and quality of life. While botulinum toxin is widely known for its aesthetic benefits, its therapeutic potential extends far beyond cosmetic treatments.
As a CQC registered medical practice, we can offer botulinum toxin therapy for a range of medical indications
Our primary focus is on the management of facial muscular tension associated with headaches and migraines: Botulinum toxin has been shown to significantly reduce the frequency and severity of chronic migraines and tension headaches, offering relief to those who have not found success with other treatments.
Useful Links:
For NICE Guidelines on use of muscle relaxants for Migraine, visit www.nice.org.uk
For Heads-up Podcast on The Role of Pharmacists & Botulinum Toxin, visit www.podcasts.apple.com
Secondary Aesthetic Benefits
While medical applications are our primary focus, the use of botulinum toxin often provides additional aesthetic advantages, including:
Reduction in Static Line Development: By reducing muscle activity in targeted areas, botulinum toxin helps prevent the deepening of static lines, such as forehead wrinkles or crow’s feet, maintaining a smoother, more refreshed appearance.
Correction of Facial Asymmetry: Botulinum toxin can be used to subtly address imbalances in the upper face, enhancing harmony and symmetry without altering your natural expressions.
Brow
Brow lines typically appear as vertical lines between the eyebrows, often formed when frowning—an expression many people make unconsciously while speaking. At first, these lines are only visible when making certain facial expressions. Over time, however, a crease can develop that remains even when the face is at rest. Treatment with muscle relaxants or dermal fillers can help soften and eliminate existing lines, while also preventing the formation of deeper creases in the future. Additionally, this treatment can lift the inner brow, creating a subtly more refreshed and awake appearance.
Eyes
Creases around the eyes, often called laughter lines or crow’s feet, are typically visible when closing the eyes tightly. Initially, these lines only appear with facial expressions but may become more noticeable even when the face is relaxed over time. These lines can be effectively treated with muscle relaxants to soften or eliminate them. With repeated treatments, the development of deeper creases in this area can also be minimized.
Our Philosophy
We take a conservative and patient-centred approach to treatment, always prioritizing your health and well-being. Whether addressing a medical concern or achieving subtle aesthetic improvements, our goal is to provide results that look and feel natural. We’ll work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.
If you’re interested in learning more about how botulinum toxin could help with your specific concerns, we’d be happy to discuss your options during a consultation.
Muscle Relaxants Treatments
All treatments are preceded by a consultation with either Dr Baines or Nurse Sue Baines and involve a thorough medical assessment and detailed discussion of treatment options.
Allow up to 1 hour for this initial consultation. There is a charge of £50 which is deductible from treatment costs if suitable to proceed.
Muscle relaxants are administered with very fine injections, with ice gently applied to the skin providing an anaesthetic effect. The procedure typically takes less than 5 minutes.
Before (top) and after Botulinum Toxin
Before (top) and after Botulinum Toxin
Follow-up Review
By 7 days, you should notice a reduction in muscle tone. A follow-up video appointment will be scheduled for 2 weeks, at which point the full effects of the muscle relaxant should be apparent. In some cases, additional treatment may be provided during this appointment to ensure the desired results are achieved, at no extra cost.
Before (left) and after Botulinum toxin
Forehead
Forehead lines appear as horizontal creases, becoming noticeable when looking upwards. Initially, they are visible only during active facial expressions but may persist over time, even when the face is at rest. Treatment with muscle relaxants can help soften existing lines and reduce the likelihood of future creases forming in this area.