Botox What Can It Do? Many people are familiar with Botox injections forReduce Wrinkles such as reducing crow's feet, forehead wrinkles, or frown lines. But in fact, Botoxit can also effectively reduce muscle size in many areas of the body. After injection, muscles become smaller, the figure looks slimmer, and overall appearance improves.
What can Botox do?
Botox (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is a protein extracted from bacteria that acts on the nervous system. When injected into a muscle, it causes the muscle to relax, reduces contractions, and gradually decreases in size naturally.
In addition to reducing wrinkles caused by facial muscle movement, Botoxit can also be injected to reduce oversized, bulging, or protruding muscles, making them appear slimmer, smaller, and more proportionate.
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How does Botox work for muscle reduction?
What Does Botox Do? The Principle of Botox InjectionBotoxfor muscle reduction is to temporarily reduce the activity of the injected muscle, causing it to gradually atrophy or shrink, with increasingly visible results over time.
The changes after injectionBotoxlooks natural—it does not disappear immediately. Instead, the effect develops gradually and lasts for a certain period before the muscle slowly regains its previous size.
Where can Botox be injected to reduce muscle size?
Face – Slim down the jaw muscle for a V-shape look
Botoxcan help reduce the jaw muscles on both sides that make the face square or wide face look slimmer. This is especially helpful for people who grind their teeth or use their jaw muscles a lot. After treatment, the jawline appears softer, making the face look more delicate and naturally contoured.
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Shoulders – Fix a short neck look
People with thick shoulder muscles may feel that their neck looks short or their upper body looks bulky. Botox can help slim down the shoulders, making the neck appear longer and the body look more balanced. This is ideal for those who want a sleek appearance, especially when wearing off-shoulder tops or sleeveless outfits.
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Upper arms and calves – Slim down bulky muscles
Large upper arms or bulky calves commonly found in people who exercise frequently or heavily use their arm and leg muscles Botoxcan help reduce the size of these muscles, making arms look slimmer, legs smaller, calves less bulgy, and the body more proportionate. Ideal for those who want a lean figure without looking too muscular.
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When will Botox show results? How long does it last?
After getting Botox, the treated muscles will start to relax in about 2-4 weeks. This will make the area look smaller and slimmer naturally, whether it’s your face, shoulders, arms, or calves.
Results typically last around 3–4 months before the effect ofBotoxgradually wears off. The duration of results may vary depending on each individual's physical condition and self-care.
What should you avoid after Botox to make it last longer?
After getting BotoxIn the first 1–2 weeks, you may experience mild muscle tightness or soreness. This is normal and harmless. To allow the medication to work fully and last longer, it is recommended to avoid
- Pressing, massaging, or rubbing the treated area for at least 3 days.
- Activities that expose you to high heat, such as laser treatments, saunas, or steam rooms, for 1 week.
And if you wish to receive another injection toBotoxreduce muscles again, this can be done after a gap of approximately 3–4 months.
Q&A About Botox at MEGA CLINIC
How can I prevent Botox resistance?
Botox resistance is usually caused by injecting too frequently or repeating injections within too short a time. In general,Botoxthe effect lasts approximately 3–4 months. Therefore, wait at least 3–4 months before the next injection to prevent resistance and achieve better results.
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I got Botox for jaw slimming and now my jaw feels sore or locked. Is this normal?
Mild soreness or jaw tightness after the injectionBotoxis completely normal. As the previously large and firm jaw muscles begin to relax, you may feel tightness or soreness at first. There is no need to worry — these symptoms will gradually improve and resolve on their own.
How many units of Botox are needed for different areas?
The dosageBotoxused depends on the size of the muscle at each injection point. A physician will assess the appropriate dosage for each individual. For
- Jaw slimming: 50 units to reduce jaw muscle size and create a slimmer face.
- Shoulders, arms, or calves: 100-200 units, as these areas have larger muscles and need more Botox.
How much does Botox cost at MEGA CLINIC?
Try BotoxKorean brands (Neuronox or Nabota), the following promotions are available:
- Jaw slimming: 50 units for 3,500 THB (includes a free follow-up and touch-up if needed).
- Shoulders, arms, or calves: 100 units for 6,500 THB
- Shoulders, arms, or calves: 150 units for 9,500 THB
- Shoulders, arms, or calves: 200 units for 12,500 THB
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