**Botox treatment** is a quick, minimally invasive cosmetic (and sometimes medical) procedure that uses Botulinum toxin to relax specific muscles. Here’s a clear, step-by-step explanation of how it works:

What Botox Does

Botox temporarily blocks nerve signals to muscles. This prevents them from contracting, which:

  • Smooths wrinkles (like forehead lines, crow’s feet)
  • Helps treat conditions like excessive sweating, migraines, or muscle spasms

Step-by-Step Procedure

  1. Consultation
  • A doctor evaluates your skin, medical history, and goals
  • They decide the exact injection sites and dosage
  • You can discuss concerns, expectations, and costs
  1. Preparation
  • The treatment area is cleaned
  • No major anesthesia is needed (sometimes a numbing cream or ice is used)
  1. Injection
  • Very fine needles are used to inject small amounts of Botox into targeted muscles
  • You may feel a slight pinch or discomfort
  • The process usually takes **10–20 minutes**
  1. Aftercare
  • You can resume most normal activities immediately
  • Avoid for 24 hours:
  • Rubbing the area
  • Heavy exercise
  • Lying down flat for long periods

Results Timeline

  • Initial effects: **3–5 days**
  • Full results: **7–14 days**
  • Duration: **3–6 months**, then repeat treatment may be needed

Possible Side Effects

Usually mild and temporary:

  • Redness or swelling at injection site
  • Mild headache
  • Temporary drooping (rare, if Botox spreads)

Common Treatment Areas

 

  • Forehead lines
  • Frown lines (between eyebrows)
  • Crow’s feet (around eyes)
  • Jawline or neck (in some cases)

Botox Cost (India)

The price depends on the clinic, city, and how many “units” you need.

Typical pricing:

  • ₹250 – ₹600 per unit
  • One area (like forehead): ₹5,000 – ₹15,000
  • Multiple areas: ₹15,000 – ₹40,000+

Important: Cheap Botox can be risky if the product is diluted or the practitioner is unqualified.

Before & After Expectations

Before:

  • Dynamic wrinkles (appear when you smile or frown)
  • Fine lines or deeper creases depending on age

After (7–14 days):

  • Smoother skin
  • Softer expression lines
  • Face still moves (if done correctly)

Realistic expectation:

  • Botox does not fill deep wrinkles (that’s done with fillers)
  • It works best on early to moderate wrinkles

Who Is It Best For?

  • Age: **25–60 years**
  • Early wrinkles or preventive use (late 20s onward)
  • People wanting a subtle, natural look

Safety & Risks

Generally safe if:

  • Done by a certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon
  • Proper dose and technique are used

Possible risks:

  • Droopy eyelid (temporary)
  • Uneven expression
  • Headache or mild swelling

How Long It Lasts

  • 3–6 months typically
  • With regular sessions, results may last longer over time

Contact us

Feel free to get in touch with Dr. Sarkar

Atri Clinic
27/1 Sultan Alam Rd. Kolkata 700033.
Near rabindrasarobar metro stn. Opposite to Bhabani cinema hall and Central bank

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