Crow’s Feet Botox is a medical procedure designed to relax the Orbicularis Oculi muscles around the eyes, smoothing out the fine lines that appear when smiling, while maintaining a natural and expressive look. Smiling is life’s most beautiful expression. However, over time, repetitive muscle movement combined with collagen loss leads to permanent lines at the corners of the eyes. Many patients fear looking frozen or losing the warmth of their smile. At our clinic, Specialist Dr. Ömer Fatih Şahin uses a holistic approach to erase the signs of fatigue while preserving the authenticity of your expression.
Our Philosophy: Holistic Approach & Anatomy
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest on the body. Wrinkles here are not just about muscle movement; skin quality matters too. Dr. Şahin evaluates the area with a Functional Medicine perspective:
1. Muscle Dynamics: Is relaxing the muscle enough?
2. Skin Quality: Does the skin need biological repair (Mesotherapy, Sunekos) to thicken and strengthen? This comprehensive analysis ensures results that look healthy and natural, not just ironed out.
The Treatment Process
1. Smile Analysis: The doctor will ask you to smile to map the strength and range of your eye muscles. Injection points are marked precisely to avoid affecting your cheek muscles.
2. Comfort: The area is cleansed. The procedure uses ultra-fine needles, making it virtually painless. Numbing cream is available for sensitive patients.
3. Application: Micro-doses are injected into 3-5 points around the orbital rim. The process takes 5-10 minutes.
4. No Downtime: You can return to work or social activities immediately.
Aftercare Instructions
To ensure the best results and safety for the first 24 hours:
● First 4 Hours: Do not lie face down or bend your head forward excessively.
● Avoid Heat: Stay away from saunas, hot steam, hot showers, and hair dryer heat near the face.
● No Touch: Do not rub or massage the eye area.
● Alcohol: Avoid alcohol for the rest of the day to minimize bruising risk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Eye Botox
● Question: Will my smile look frozen?
● Answer: No. When performed correctly by an expert, Botox only relaxes the muscles at the side of the eye. It does not affect the cheek muscles (Zygomaticus) that lift your mouth corners, so your smile remains genuine.
● Question: Will it lift my eyebrows?
● Answer: Yes, it often provides a subtle chemical brow lift. By relaxing the muscles that pull the brow tail down, the brow can lift slightly, opening up the eyes for a more
refreshed look.
● Question: Does it treat under-eye bags or wrinkles?
● Answer: Botox is for the side of the eyes (crow’s feet). Injecting directly under the eye is risky and generally not recommended as it can worsen bags. For under-eye
skin quality, we recommend Mesotherapy or Sunekos.
● Question: Can it cause puffy eyes?
● Answer: In patients with slow lymphatic drainage, relaxing the muscle can sometimes cause temporary fluid retention. Dr. Şahin evaluates your lymphatic
system beforehand to adjust the dose and minimize this risk.
Question: When can I apply makeup after the procedure?
● Answer: To minimize infection risk, it is best to wait for the injection points to seal. You can apply light makeup 24 hours after the treatment. Please ensure your brushes are clean and apply gently without rubbing the skin.
Question: If I stop getting Botox, will my wrinkles get worse?
● Answer: No, this is a common myth. If you discontinue treatment, your muscles will simply regain movement, and your wrinkles will slowly return to their pre-Botox state. They will not be worse. In fact, you have paused the wrinkle formation process for the duration of your treatments.
Question: What is the best age to start for Crow’s Feet?
● Answer: There is no fixed age, as it depends on your muscle strength and skin type. However, starting Preventative Botox in your late 20s or early 30s—before the lines become deep and permanent—often yields the most natural and effective results.
● Question: What is the price?
● Answer: Pricing depends on the units required. For detailed information and an individualized treatment plan, you may get in touch with our clinic
Book Your Appointment for Bright & Youthful Eyes
To learn more about a personalized eye rejuvenation plan, please contact us to schedule a consultation with Specialist Dr. Ömer Fatih Şahin.
