Botox | Op. Dr. Gökhan Beyhan — Etiler/Levent, İstanbul

Dozens of muscles work in our face without even realizing it when we talk, laugh, get angry. Over the years, these repetitive movements leave marks on the skin — horizontal lines on the forehead, vertical lines between the eyebrows, goose feet on the edges of the eyes. Botox is the most reliable and most researched medical aesthetic method we use to smooth these dynamic wrinkles and slow the formation of new ones.

What do we do, how does it work?

Botulinum toxin temporarily weakens the “muscular” command of the muscle from the nerve. When the muscle contracts less, the skin on it also does not fold — wrinkles soften, facial expression relaxes.

Do not think of it like a magic eraser; the goal is not to completely freeze the facial expressions, but to reduce the lines while maintaining the natural expression of the face by adjusting its dose and location. A well-done botox goes unnoticed — you just get comments like “you look rested.”

The effect usually begins in 3—5 days. It is necessary to wait 10—14 days to see the full result.

Which regions do I apply to?

Each patient's face is different; we determine the injection points together during the examination. The areas we treat most often are:

• Forehead lines — Horizontal lines formed when raising eyebrows
• Interbrow (glabella) Vertical lines that express “angry” or “anxious”
• Goose feet — Smile lines at the edges of the eyes
• Eyebrow lift — A few millimeters of non-surgical eyebrow enhancement with Botox
• Nose wrinkles (bunny lines) — Thin lines on the root and sides of the nose
• Gummy Smile — Exaggeration of the gums when smiling
• Neck Bands — Vertical bands formed by the platysma muscle

Since the treatment of the jaw muscle (masseter) requires a different protocol, I describe it in detail on a separate page.

What Products Do I Use?

My clinic has three different botulinum toxin preparations that are FDA and CE approved:

• Incobotulinum toxin (Bocouture/Xeomin) — Pure toxin free, carrier protein; low risk of antibody development
• Onabotulinum toxin (Botox) — The most well-known and long-used preparation
• Abobotulinum toxin (Dysport) — Wider range; can be preferred in large muscle groups

We decide the product selection together based on the treatment site, the size of the muscle and previous applications.

Trading Experience

I recommend setting aside about 20—25 minutes, including the appointment time; the injection itself is 10—15 minutes. There is no need for anaesthesia — the needles we use are hair-thin. Most of my patients say, “I felt a lot less than I thought.”

After the procedure, you can return directly to your work, social life. The first 4 hours it is enough not to touch the injection site, but to avoid intense exercise and sauna on the same day.

How Long Does the Result Last?

averaged 4—6 months. With initial applications, it may take a little shorter; in patients with regular continuation, the duration is longer and the dose required may decrease. This is because the muscle weakens over time, creating fewer wrinkles.

Think of Botox as a “care”: with 2—3 sessions a year, you can prevent the deepening of wrinkles, postpone the need for surgery for many years.

Who is it not suitable for?

• Patients during pregnancy and lactation
• Those with known neuromuscular disease (myasthenia gravis, etc.)
• Those with active skin infection at the injection site

If you are taking blood thinners or supplements (fish oil, vitamin E, aspirin), be sure to indicate before the procedure — let's assess the risk of bruising together.

The Next Step

It is most accurate for us to assess whether Botox is right for you and how many units are needed in which areas. The preliminary interview is free of charge.

For an appointment or question: WhatsApp: +90 544 469 66 88 · Phone: +90 544 642 63 98

This page is for medical informational purposes only. The exact treatment plan is determined after a doctor's examination.