Are you starting to see frown lines, furrows on your forehead or crow’s feet? Botox is a popular and accessible facial treatment that can combat these signs of ageing. Injected into the area just beneath the skin with a micro-needle, Botox is not only used for reducing wrinkles, but also for minimising pores, sculpting jawlines, reshaping noses and even slimming calves! We ask top doctors and experts from aesthetic clinics our questions on the treatment, including how much Botox costs.
The Belle Clinic
Dr Maybelle Tan, Founder
How does Botox work?
Botox (botulinum toxin A) is a neuromodulator that temporarily relaxes muscle activity in the treated area. When Botox is injected into a muscle, it blocks the motor nerves from releasing a certain chemical that allows the muscle to function, therefore relaxing the muscle and preventing the muscular contractions that cause frown lines and wrinkles. The aesthetic result is smoother skin with fewer lines.
Who is Botox suitable for?
For anyone who feels that they look “angry all the time”, or those who are worried about developing wrinkles, a neuromodulator like Botox can soften and prevent permanent lines from forming. If you already have pre-existing frown lines such as the “angry 11’s” between the brows, or crow’s feet by the eyes, Botox can still reduce the depth and in some cases, smooth out these wrinkles completely. Neuromodulators can also be used to treat excessive sweating and to correct imperfections in symmetry.
By strategically targeting muscles, we can improve facial aesthetics by raising certain areas (like eyebrows) or lowering others (like the upper lip, creating a less gummy smile) as well as contour the facial profile. With techniques like “micro-Botox”, where tiny amounts are injected over larger areas, other skin conditions like enlarged pore size and acne can also be improved, especially when combined with other treatments.
What’s the difference between Botox and fillers?
Fillers are injected beneath the surface of the skin to fill deep creases and lines that have resulted from the loss of collagen and elasticity in the skin. They can be injected to correct defects where volume has been lost (such as the apples of the cheeks or the backs of the hands), or where more volume is desired (under the eyes, in the lips), to achieve a lifted and rejuvenated look. We use Botox judiciously in order to relax wrinkles caused by muscle contractions, while still allowing natural movement and expression. This restores a younger, more relaxed visage, with softened lines. At The Belle Clinic, both fillers and neuromodulators have a role to play in our three-dimensional approach to rejuvenation and achieving a younger, fresher look.
Is there any downtime?
Mild redness or needle marks at the injection site can occur. Otherwise, there are usually almost no noticeable side effects after the procedure. Some patients may experience mild bruising but this can be minimised by following our patient guidelines and physician instructions.
How much does Botox cost at The Belle Clinic?
We have a transparent pricing policy, where charges are based on the dosage used. Prices start from $250.
The Belle Clinic
160 Robinson Road, SBF Center
#03-02 SBF Mediplex
6444 8108 | thebelleclinic.com
W Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Dr Wong Chin Ho, Plastic Surgeon
What happens during a Botox session at W Aesthetic?
During the consultation, the doctor will discuss with the patient in detail the areas that are of concern. The steps, downtime, and expected results will be explained. Then the targeted areas will be numbed with a local anaesthetic cream. The treatment is administered with minimal discomfort or pain, thanks to the numbing cream. The effect of the treatment will be evident after four days after and the full effects generally last five to six months.
How often should one get Botox?
Botox can be done every four to six months.
What’s the difference between Botox and fillers?
Botox relaxes the muscle and eliminates wrinkles and frown lines. Fillers restore facial soft tissue volume that is lost with ageing, and increase the fullness of the face. It may also be use to increase projection in areas that are volume-deficient, such as the cheeks or the bridge of the nose.
How much does Botox cost at your clinic?
It depends on the areas that are treated. In general, it costs approximately $500 per area.
W Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
#06-28/29 Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Center
38 Irrawaddy Road
6570 2528 | waesthetics.com
Angeline Yong Dermatology
Dr Angeline Yong, Founder
What treatment pairs well with Botox?
Botox is great for correcting dynamic wrinkles, and it complements some of the energy-based devices we use to smoothen wrinkles and textural issues on the skin. These include non-ablative fractional lasers like our Picoway and Picosure hybrid fractional laser treatment, which are great for working on fine wrinkles and textural irregularities, as well as ablative fractional lasers such as our fractional CO2 laser resurfacing.
Botox pairs well our Ultherapy treatment (high-intensity focused ultrasound) and Exilis radiofrequency treatments. Both are non-invasive procedures that aid the body’s tissue repair process and stimulate the production of new collagen, creating a natural lifting effect. As anti-ageing is multi-directional and multi-planar, we believe in a multi-modality approach, which is better than just doing Botox for anti-ageing.
What should I do before and after a Botox session?
I typically ask patients not to lie face down for a massage for a few hours after. I also ask them to avoid going into a sauna or steam room. But other than that, there really aren’t many restrictions with regard to lifestyle. There can be some minor bruising in certain locations, so I usually ask patients to cut back on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and alcohol for a few days before and after a Botox session to prevent that from happening. Then again, the needles we use for Botox are so fine that bruising doesn’t happen often.
How much does Botox cost at your clinic?
At our clinic, we charge Botox based on the type of indication, such as for treating crow’s feet or forehead wrinkles. We don’t vary our charges based on the absolute amount used. That’s why we always include a touch-up session for the patient without extra charge, so we can tweak the amount to the best effect. Prices start from $250.
Angeline Yong Dermatology
6 Napier Road
#03-02 Gleneagles Medical Centre
6592 1311 | ayd.com.sg
Bio Aesthetic
Sandra Koh, Director
What’s involved in the process?
First up is a consultation with the doctor to understand your desired outcome and determine if it’s feasible. Once the doctor gives the go-ahead with the procedure, our aestheticians will cleanse your skin while the doctor prepares the Botox required. There’s no downtime and the process is fairly quick and straightforward.
How fast will I see results after my Botox appointment?
We prioritise natural-looking results, which can surface as early as three to four days after the procedure. Most patients will see the full results within 10 to 14 days; so, the doctor will usually advise the patient to return after two weeks to review the results and decide if more Botox is needed.
Are there any alternative treatments?
For injection-averse clients, we have other treatments like the Thavma Therapy from the Juliette Armand Skin Booster range from Greece, which uses Argireline and Leuphasyl. Argireline is a hexapeptide that helps to reduce wrinkle depth and prevent skin ageing. It gives similar results to Botox, targeting the same protein complex as botulinum toxin but in a different way. Leuphasyl acts to prevent the formation of expression wrinkles by attenuating muscular contraction. It’s a series of 10 sessions, but if you don’t want injections and would like to reduce wrinkle contractions, this is the go-to treatment.
How much does Botox cost at Bio Aesthetic?
Botox treatment starts from $150 for crow’s feet, forehead lines and frown lines. Botox for teeth grinding or jawline reduction starts from $599 for 50 units.
Bio Aesthetic Laser Clinic
#03-01 Palais Renaissance, 390 Orchard Road
6333 4566 | baclinic.sg | bioaesthetic.com.sg
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