Botox in Islamabad with Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas relaxes the small facial muscles that crease your skin when you frown, squint or raise your brows, so lines soften while your face still moves.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas, MBBS, FCPS (Plastic Surgery). Last updated October 2026.
Botox is the most familiar brand name for botulinum toxin type A, a purified protein that blocks the nerve signal telling a muscle to tighten. Tiny doses are used as anti wrinkle injections.
It is the most common non-surgical cosmetic procedure in the world, with 7.8 million treatments recorded by ISAPS in 2024.
Horizontal lines form as the frontalis muscle lifts your brows thousands of times a day. Over years, the creases stay even when your face is still.
The “11” lines between the brows come from the corrugator muscles. They can make you look tired, worried or angry when you are not.
Fan-shaped lines at the outer eye appear when you smile or squint. Strong sun in Pakistan and years of squinting deepen them early.
Excessive underarm sweating, called hyperhidrosis, can stain clothes and cause embarrassment. The same injections reduce the activity of sweat glands.
Small doses across the forehead soften horizontal lines. The dose is kept light so your brows do not drop or feel heavy.
Injections into the frown muscles ease the “11” lines. This is the most studied area and often the first one people treat.
A few points at the side of each eye soften crow’s feet. Your smile still reaches your eyes, with fewer deep creases.
Many tiny injections spread across each armpit reduce sweating. This is a medical use and is planned at a separate visit.
Most people notice softening within 2 to 3 days, and the full effect shows at about 30 days. Lines that are deeply etched at rest soften but may not disappear. Photos below are shared with consent.
Dr. Umbreen watches your face move as you frown, smile and raise your brows. She marks each muscle and decides the dose for every point.
Avoid aspirin, fish oil and alcohol for a few days to reduce bruising. Come with a clean face and no makeup on the treatment area.
No numbing is usually needed. A very fine needle places small amounts into each marked point, and the injections take only a few minutes.
Stay upright and avoid rubbing the area for the rest of the day. Skip the gym and saunas until the next morning.
| Time After Treatment | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Same day | Small raised bumps at injection points fade within an hour. |
| 24 to 48 hours | A mild headache or tiny bruise is possible. |
| Week 1 | Muscle movement softens and lines start to fade. |
| Weeks 2 to 4 | Review visit to check balance between both sides. |
| Long term | Movement slowly returns and the lines come back. |
If one brow sits higher than the other at your review, a small extra dose usually evens it out. Makeup can be applied the next day.
Side effects are usually mild and short-lived. Treatment is not given during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you have a nerve and muscle condition such as myasthenia gravis.
Eyelid droop after frown-line treatment is reported in about 1 to 3% of cases in clinical trials, and it wears off as the product fades.
It does not add volume, lift sagging skin or fill lines that are present at rest without muscle movement. Those need fillers, skin treatments or surgery.
Your fee is confirmed after assessment, once the areas and dose are agreed. Ask for one written price that includes the review visit.
| Factor | How It Affects Your Fee |
|---|---|
| Number of areas | One area costs less than three. |
| Dose | Stronger muscles need more units. |
| Product | Different licensed brands differ in price. |
| Sweating treatment | Underarms need a much larger dose. |
When comparing Botox price in Pakistan, ask how many units are included, as a low price may mean a diluted or smaller dose.
A plastic surgeon trained in facial anatomy knows where each muscle lies and how deep it sits, which lowers the chance of a heavy brow or droopy lid. Many women prefer a female doctor for facial treatments.
| Feature | Botox | Fillers |
|---|---|---|
| Treats | Lines caused by movement | Lines and hollows from volume loss |
| How it works | Relaxes muscle | Fills and supports tissue |
| Typical areas | Forehead, frown, outer eyes | Lips, cheeks, folds, under-eyes |
| When results show | Over days | Straight away |
| Can it be reversed? | No, it wears off | Most can be dissolved |
Many faces benefit from both, with Botox for the upper face and filler for the mid and lower face.
Dr. Umbreen sees patients privately at Omer Diagnostic & Specialist Clinics (ODC), 12-A, LG Floor, CBC Plaza, G-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Monday to Friday, 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Tell her when you last had any injections and bring the name of the product used, if you know it.
Choose a medical doctor trained in facial anatomy who uses a licensed product, opens it in front of you and offers a review visit. Avoid salon or home-visit injections.
Most people describe a quick pinch at each point. The needle is very fine, and a cold pack can be used first if you are sensitive.
Results usually last 3 to 4 months, and sometimes up to 6. Underarm sweating relief tends to last longer, averaging about 7 months in studies.
Not with careful dosing. The aim is softer lines with natural expression. A light first dose can be built on at the review visit if you want more effect.
There is no fixed age. Most people start when lines stay visible after the face relaxes, rather than as prevention for skin that shows no creases yet.
Yes. Men often treat frown lines and forehead lines. Their muscles are usually stronger, so the dose is adjusted while keeping the brows looking masculine.
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