Botox (Botulinum Toxin Type A)

Botulinum toxin type A is a purified neurotoxin derived from Clostridium botulinum. It works by temporarily and precisely reducing muscle activity through controlled neuromodulation.

First introduced into medical practice in the 1960s for neurological disorders, botulinum toxin has since become one of the most widely studied and clinically established treatments in both therapeutic and aesthetic medicine.

When applied appropriately and with detailed anatomical knowledge, Botox provides safe and predictable results.

About the Surgeons

Botox and non-surgical facial treatments at Anka are performed by Assoc. Prof. Gamze Bektaş, MD and Assoc. Prof. Anı Çinpolat, MD — both EBOPRAS-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeons based in Istanbul, Turkey.

As board-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeons, both hold a master’s degree in stem cell and tissue engineering, which supports their evidence-based approach to regenerative and non-surgical therapies.

Their treatment philosophy prioritizes anatomical precision, natural facial balance, and patient-specific planning rather than frozen or exaggerated results.

Aesthetic Botox Applications

Botox is commonly used to treat dynamic wrinkles caused by repetitive facial muscle movement, particularly in areas such as:

• Forehead lines
• Crow’s feet (periorbital lines)
• Glabellar lines (between the eyebrows)
• Platysmal neck bands

Treatment is performed in an office setting. After evaluation of facial muscle dynamics, small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected into targeted muscles using fine needles.

The procedure is quick, and patients may resume daily activities immediately.

Effects typically begin within 3–5 days and last approximately 4–6 months. With regular treatments, muscle hyperactivity may gradually decrease over time.

Botox for Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Botox can also be used to treat excessive sweating of:

• Underarms
• Palms
• Soles

The treatment works by temporarily blocking nerve signals that stimulate sweat glands.

Results generally last 4–6 months and can significantly improve quality of life.

Botox for Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)

In patients with bruxism, Botox may be injected into:

• Masseter muscle
• Temporalis muscle

This reduces excessive muscle contraction, helping to alleviate:

• Jaw pain
• Headaches
• Dental wear

In some patients, treatment may also create a subtle refinement of the lower facial contour.

Important Considerations

Botox does not replace surgical procedures when structural correction is required.

The goal is controlled muscle modulation that preserves natural facial expression while reducing excessive movement.

Careful dosing and anatomical assessment are essential to achieving balanced and natural outcomes.