01 / NEEDFacial wrinkles - where to start?
Expression wrinkles are caused by the work of facial muscles. The purpose of the consultation is not to freeze expression, but to assess which tensions can be safely alleviated while maintaining their natural character.
A description of the appearance or sensation is a conversation starter, but is not a diagnosis or indication for a specific procedure. The decision is influenced by anatomy, health, previous treatments, tissue quality and the expected nature of the change.
What might attract attention?
- lines between the eyebrows visible when frowning
- horizontal forehead lines that intensify when raising the eyebrows
- wrinkles in the side eye area when smiling
- the impression of a tense or stern facial expression despite a neutral mood
02 / ANALYSISWhat do we evaluate before choosing a method?
- muscle dynamics at rest and in movement
- the position of the eyebrows and the proportions of the upper part of the face
- asymmetries and previous treatments
- risk of excessive weakness of selected muscles
Not every visible change requires surgery. Sometimes it is more appropriate to care, observe, consult another specialist or consciously refrain from the procedure.
03 / POSSIBILITIESWhat directions might be considered?
Botulinum toxin (Botox)
Considered after facial expression examination and medical qualification.
Skin quality
If the lines are permanent, the plan may also require working on the condition of the skin.
The final scope, preparation, number of stages and cost are determined individually after medical qualification.
04 / KNOWLEDGEForehead wrinkles, lion's frown and crow's feet
The most frequently discussed issues during consultations include horizontal forehead wrinkles, the lion's wrinkle between the eyebrows and crow's feet on the side of the eyes. Although they are all related to facial expressions, they require a separate assessment of muscle function, eyebrow positioning, natural asymmetries and the proportions of the entire upper part of the face.
Botulinum toxin in aesthetic medicine is used to temporarily reduce the activity of appropriately qualified muscles. The purpose of a well-planned procedure is to relieve excessive tension, not to deprive the face of expression. Permanent lines visible also at rest may require additional work on the quality of the skin and do not always disappear after one method.
05 / CONSULTATIONWhat does it look like to make a decision?
The conversation covers your goal, health status, medications, allergies, and previous procedures. Then Dr Małgorzata Osikowicz analyzes indications, contraindications, alternatives and possible limitations. The treatment does not have to take place on the same day.
ImportantThe content is educational and does not replace an individual examination or medical qualification.