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Sagging Corners of the Mouth

Do you feel great but dislike a tired or unhappy expression?

No worries! We have the perfect, quick treatment to lift the corners of your mouth. With our BTX mouth corner treatment, you’ll achieve a more youthful and cheerful look in no time!

  • Price: From €90
  • Treatment Time: 15 minutes
  • Effect: 3 tot 4 Months

What does the phenomenon of downward-turning mouth corners entail?

Downward-turning mouth corners can make a person look tired or unhappy, even when that’s not the case. This common phenomenon can be caused by aging, genetic factors, smoking, excessive sun exposure, or the unconscious tightening of the Depressor Anguli Oris (DAO) muscle, which pulls the corners of the mouth downward.

First Consultation (€ 50)

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kim Detollenaere at the Doctor Contour Clinic to discuss your treatment options. After this consultation, you can decide for yourself whether you want to have the procedure performed. The costs of this consultation will be deducted from the total price of your procedure, provided you have it performed by us.

How does the BTX corner treatment work?

By injecting BTX into the DAO muscle, nerve signals to the muscle are blocked. This results in temporary paralysis and reduced activity of the DAO muscle, causing the corners of the mouth to move upward, creating a more relaxed and friendly facial expression.

Course of treatment

Dr. Kim Detollenaere assesses the face and corners of the mouth, paying attention to various aspects, such as:

  • The appearance of the mouth at rest.
  • The doctor may ask for certain facial expressions to evaluate the function of the DAO muscles.
  • It is examined whether there is asymmetry in the face.
  • Photos are taken of the area to be treated in advance.
  • Compare the before and after photos to see the results.

What can I expect in terms of results?

Within 3-5 days you will notice the first subtle changes, but the full result will only be visible after 10-14 days. The corners of the mouth will then experience a subtle but effective lift. This effect typically lasts for 3 to 4 months. Regular repetition of the treatment can extend the duration of the effect.

Care before and after treatment

Precautions

  • Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medications 24 hours before the treatment.
  • Ensure you are not pregnant or breastfeeding before undergoing the procedure.

Aftercare

  • Avoid lying down or bending over for 4 hours after the treatment.
  • Do not smoke or exercise for 24 hours post-treatment.
  • Refrain from massaging the treated area for 24-48 hours after the procedure.
  • Do not wear makeup for 24 hours after the treatment.

Prijzen Spierontspanners (BTX)

FAQ

Using a thin needle, muscle relaxant injections are administered into certain facial muscles. These ensure that the signals between the nerve and the muscle are blocked. This leads to reduced muscle activity, making wrinkles and lines less visible or even disappearing completely.

Within 2-8 days after the injection, the wrinkles start to fade. After about 4 weeks, the optimal effect is visible. This effect lasts between 6-8 weeks. From 8 weeks onwards, the effect gradually decreases. After 12 weeks, the effect is approximately halved and after 4 months, 80% of the effect has disappeared. Many patients choose to repeat the treatment every 3-4 months, but this varies per person. Men, people who exercise and people with a more muscular appearance may need larger and more frequent doses.

Although wrinkle injections are a medical procedure performed by a doctor and do carry some risks, they are generally considered safe with a low risk of complications.

  • Bruising and swelling at the injection site are common.
  • Mild headache occurs in about 10% of cases, usually lasting no longer than 24 hours.
  • Drooping of the eyebrow or eyelid occurs in 2% of patients and may last up to three weeks.
  • Multiple treatments may sometimes be needed for optimal results.
  • Infections are extremely rare.

The treatment causes minimal pain. There is a slight prick during the injection and a short burning sensation. Although the treatment itself only takes about 5 minutes, there are preparatory steps such as taking pictures, signing a consent form and disinfection, making the total appointment about 30 minutes.

Your aesthetic doctor, Dr. Kim Detollenaere, may advise you to frown frequently or make other facial expressions in the first few days.

  • Avoid pressure on the treated area for the first 24-48 hours.
  • Do not touch or massage the treated area, especially within 24 hours.
  • Wait at least 6-8 hours before applying makeup, preferably until the next day.

Approximately 2 weeks after your initial treatment, a follow-up appointment is usually scheduled to assess the results. To maintain the effects, regular treatments are recommended; you can discuss this with your doctor during your appointment.

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