FACIAL AESTHETICS IN PAPHOS
Dr Valentina Stavrou provides wrinkle-relaxing injections for forehead lines, frown lines and crow’s feet at her Paphos practice. Her approach combines conservative treatment planning with particular attention to the eyes, eyelids and natural facial movement.
YOUR TREATING DOCTOR
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Dr Stavrou combines experience using botulinum toxin therapeutically as an ophthalmologist with additional training in cosmetic treatment. This brings knowledge of how the eyes and eyelids work into the planning of your aesthetic treatment.
As a candidate for the Master in Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics at the University of Camerino, Italy, she has received substantial additional training in cosmetic botulinum toxin treatment.
THE AREAS THAT CONCERN YOU
The horizontal lines that appear when you raise your eyebrows. Planning considers how your forehead moves and the position of your brows.
The vertical lines between your eyebrows, sometimes called “11 lines”. Treatment aims to soften these expression lines in keeping with your preferences.
The lines at the outer corners of your eyes when you smile or squint. Assessment pays particular attention to your eyelids and eye comfort.
Botulinum toxin injections temporarily relax selected muscles. Suitability and results vary from person to person. The specific product and treatment areas are discussed at your consultation.
FROM YOUR FIRST CONVERSATION TO AFTERCARE
Whether this is your first treatment or you have had injections before, discuss what bothers you, what you want to preserve about your expression and any questions you have.
Dr Stavrou reviews your medical history, previous treatments, facial movement and eyelid position. Together, you discuss suitability, the expected effect and relevant risks.
If treatment is suitable and you choose to proceed, injections are carried out at the practice. You receive individual aftercare instructions and guidance on assessing the result.
Timing and response vary. Bruising or swelling can occur; follow your doctor’s individual aftercare advice.
BEFORE YOU DECIDE
The cost depends on the areas being considered and your individual plan. Contact the practice for consultation fees and information about treatment charges. At your assessment, you can discuss the proposed treatment and its cost before deciding whether to proceed.
FAQ
Dr Valentina Stavrou provides wrinkle-relaxing injections at her Paphos practice. Her experience with therapeutic botulinum toxin as an ophthalmologist is complemented by additional cosmetic training as a candidate for the Master in Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics at the University of Camerino, Italy.
Botox is a brand name for a botulinum toxin medicine. People often use the word Botox to describe wrinkle-relaxing injections more generally. The specific product, its suitability and the proposed treatment plan are discussed at consultation.
The cost depends on the areas being considered and the individual treatment plan. Ask the practice about consultation fees and the cost of the proposed treatment before deciding whether to proceed. You can contact us on +357 26 930011.
The aim is to soften expression lines while preserving natural movement. The treatment plan considers your facial anatomy and preferences, but the degree of muscle relaxation and the final result vary between patients.
The effects of botulinum toxin treatment commonly last around three to four months. Duration varies with the product, treatment area and individual response. Further treatment is considered after reassessment.
Possible side effects include bruising, swelling, headache, temporary eyelid or eyebrow drooping, and dry eye. Dr Stavrou assesses eyelid function and eye comfort and discusses the risks relevant to your proposed treatment before you decide.
The effect develops gradually over the days after treatment. The result is usually assessed after around two weeks; timing varies between patients.
Many people return to everyday activities the same day, although bruising or swelling can occur. Follow the individual aftercare instructions provided by your treating doctor.
If lines are mainly caused by loose skin, surface creasing or texture changes, Dr Stavrou may discuss alternatives such as PLEXR plasma, facial peels, mesotherapy, or eyelid surgery in selected cases.
The practice is at Nikolaou I. Nikolaidi Avenue 19, 2nd Floor, Suite 203, Pafos 8010. You can book a consultation online or call +357 26 930011.
Ophthalmologists pioneered the medical use of botulinum toxin: Dr Alan Scott introduced it as a treatment for eye-muscle disorders, before it became widely known as Botox. Ophthalmology has also contributed to clinical guidance, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s evidence review of cosmetic use around the eyes and face.
University of Camerino: Master in Aesthetic Medicine and Therapeutics
VISIT THE PAPHOS PRACTICE
Book a consultation to discuss the lines that concern you, the result you would like and whether wrinkle-relaxing treatment is right for you.
Dr Valentina StavrouFACIAL AESTHETICS
If your main concern is loose skin or skin texture, your assessment may include a discussion of other options.