Plastic surgeon Wouter van der Pot shares his expertise on Botox treatments, one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures today. He explains how Botox works to relax facial muscles, smooth wrinkles, and create a refreshed appearance. Dr. van der Pot addresses common questions and concerns, discusses the importance of choosing a qualified practitioner, and outlines what realistic expectations look like for optimal, natural-looking results.
Wouter van der Pot, Blooming Plastische Chirurgie, Haarlem
Last update: January 2021
'What is Botox and what is it used for?'
Botox for Wrinkles
The substance Botulinum toxin type A, better known as Botox, can be injected into the muscles that cause wrinkles. This substance blocks the connection between the muscles and the nerves. Not every muscle is suitable for a Botox injection. For example, around the mouth is a good place for a Botox injection. This would cause the motor function around the mouth to be lost, creating problems.
The most common location for Botox is between the eyebrows, for treating the so-called frown line. In addition, Botox is often used to treat the crow's feet beside the eyes and on the forehead.
Source: Lijf & Gezondheid
Wouter van der Pot, working as a plastic surgeon at Blooming, discusses this in a blog post on Lijf & Gezondheid.
You can read the article 'Botox for wrinkles' by Wouter van der Pot on the Lijf & Gezondheid website.