Upper and Lower Face

Upper face Botox treatments are the most common and are primarily focused on reducing dynamic wrinkles caused by facial expressions. Key areas treated include:

• Forehead Lines: Botox smooths horizontal lines formed when raising the eyebrows.
• Frown Lines (Glabellar Lines): Also known as “11s,” these vertical lines between the eyebrows are softened.
• Crow’s Feet: Fine lines at the outer corners of the eyes, typically caused by smiling, are minimized.
• Brow Lift:  Botox injections can give the eyebrows a more lifted and defined look. By relaxing the muscles that pull the eyebrows downward, Botox allows other muscles to raise them without resistance. This can result in a lifted brow and eyes that appear more open. 

These areas respond well to Botox, as the muscles responsible for these wrinkles can be safely relaxed without affecting natural expressions.

Lower face Botox is more nuanced, as it involves muscles critical for speech, chewing, and facial symmetry. It is used for:

• Lip Lines (Smoker’s Lines): Fine vertical lines above the upper lip are softened.
• Gummy Smile: Botox reduces the excessive show of gums by relaxing the upper lip.
• Marionette Lines: Lines that run from the corners of the mouth down toward the chin are treated to create a smoother appearance.
• Jawline Contouring (Masseter Botox): Used to slim the face by relaxing the masseter muscles, which are responsible for jaw clenching or teeth grinding.

Lower face Botox requires greater precision to avoid side effects like speech issues or an uneven smile.

In summary, Botox treatments for the upper face primarily target wrinkles from expressions, while lower face treatments focus on more complex areas, often aiming for subtle contouring and enhancement.