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Trapezius Botox in Jamsil, Seoul
The short answer
Trapezius botox at Shinebom Clinic in Jamsil, Seoul relaxes the upper trapezius muscle, the band between your neck and shoulder, so the shoulder line can look softer and longer. It works when muscle bulk is the cause. The doctor checks your posture, muscle and body shape first, then injects personally. Prices are quoted after consultation.
Key facts
- Target: upper trapezius muscle
- Goal: a softer neck-to-shoulder line
- Method: botulinum toxin injections
- Touch-up: possible within 1 month
- Avoid for 1 week: heavy drinking, sauna, hard exercise, deep massage
- Price: quoted after consultation
What is trapezius botox for?
Some people have a prominent trapezius from posture, desk work, sport or natural build, which can make the shoulders look high and square and the neck look shorter. Botox weakens the muscle slightly, and over time a relaxed muscle can look less bulky. Results and timing vary between individuals.
Is muscle really the cause of my shoulder shape?
Not always. A thick shoulder line can also come from fat, bone structure or tension. The doctor at Shinebom Clinic feels and examines the area, looks at how you stand and move, and tells you honestly if botox is likely to help. If fat is part of the picture, the body contour injection may be discussed.
What happens at the appointment?
- Consultation and posture check
- Marking of injection points on the muscle
- Injections by the doctor; numbing cream or icing may be offered
- Aftercare notes and a plan for any touch-up
How should I look after the area?
You can wash and apply makeup right away. For about one week avoid heavy drinking, sauna and hard exercise, and do not press or deeply massage the shoulders. Small bruises fade in days, and wheals fade within 1-2 days. A mild feeling of stiffness is normal and temporary. A touch-up can be done within 1 month if the doctor feels it is needed. The botox aftercare guide has the details.
What else should I know?
Heavy weight-training or carrying loads may feel different while the muscle is relaxed, so mention your sport or job. Tell the doctor about pregnancy, nerve or muscle conditions and medicines. Related reading: bulky shoulders, and the jawline slimming botox that uses the same family of medicine on the face.
Frequently asked questions
Will botox make my shoulders narrower?
It reduces muscle bulk on the upper trapezius, which can soften the line. It does not change bone width.
Can I exercise afterward?
Avoid hard exercise for about 1 week. Ask the doctor when to resume strength training.
Does it hurt?
People feel small pinches. Numbing cream or icing may be used, and tenderness afterward typically passes within days.
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General information from Shinebom Clinic, not personal medical advice. Results and recovery vary between individuals, and all procedures carry possible risks and side effects. A doctor will confirm what suits you at consultation.
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