Question 1

What is botox?

Accepted Answer

Botox (Botulinum type A) is a neurotoxin derived from bacteria, used in tiny, diluted doses to temporarily block nerve signals to muscles, causing them to relax and smooth wrinkles, or reduce muscle spasms for various medical conditions like chronic migraine, excessive sweating, and overactive bladder. It's been used over 30 years for cosmetic purposes.

Question 2

Why do people get botox?

Accepted Answer

People can get botox for a variety of reasons. Traditionally botox is used to smooth lines and wrinkles on the forehead, frown and crows feet but as techniques advance botox can be used across the whole face, especially the lower face to lift and pull up sagging muscles to create more youthful appearance. Botox can also help patients who have bells palsy to make the face more symmetrical. Botox is also used for acne, with techniques called mesotox it reduces the sweat glands under the skin which cause outbreaks.

Question 3

What is the difference between botox and fillers?

Accepted Answer

Fillers add voloume to areas, and botox smooths and relaxes. At Georgie's we treat patients with both botox and fillers to get your desired results. They really compliment each other.

Question 4

How long does botox last?

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Botox lasts around 3 months on average. The younger you are the least exposure to botox is better. It does depend on which are has been treated. Botox takes 10-14 days to 'kick in' and we always offer a botox top up appointment.

Question 5

Does Botox hurt?

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Botox doesn't hurt but it can sometimes 'sting' a little more than fillers. The needle is a tiny insulin needle 32g. Botox doesn't hurt after the treatment at all, you'll almost forget you've had it done!

Question 6

What are the side effects of botox?

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Common side effects from botox can be bruising and slight swelling at the injection site but after 20 minutes these will subside. Headaches or flu like symptoms can also be common after botox injections. More serious side effects can be droopy eyelids / brows double vision and difficulty swallowing. Repeated exposure over years can also lead to muscle atrophy. Before any treatments are Carrie out you will have a full in depth consultation, we will also inform you of the advantages and disadvantages for botox.

Question 7

Why do i need a botox prescription?

Accepted Answer

As of June 2025, the UK government put in place a face to face consultation with a prescriber must be carried out with each patient before having botox injections. This is to help control the industry, as a lot of black market botox and cowboys are practicing in the UK. Due to the lack of regulation Georgie's aesthetics fully supports this new step.

Question 8

When will i see the final results?

Accepted Answer

Botox takes 10-14 days for results to show. We always like to carry out a botox top up appointment 2 - 3 weeks your first appointment. This is a great chance to see how the botox has settled down.

Question 9

Am i too old for botox?

Accepted Answer

Your never to old to start with botox or fillers, even if your 60+. Today is the perfect day for you to start. We can really help soften lines and prevent new ones from forming. Good skin doesn't just begin in clinic it also needs to be maintained well at home, with frequent microneedling and good skincare.

Question 10

Will anyone else know i've had botox done?

Accepted Answer

Others wont know if you've had botox but they will see a nice glow and a refreshed you. It's very common to get compliments after your treatment, but they won't be able to pin point what you've had done. Compliments often come as ' you look well, have you done something different to your hair? Or wow your make up is sitting lovely is that a new foundation?

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