STOMACH BOTOX

Stomach Botox is a non-surgical procedure in which the botulinum toxin is injected in some areas of the stomach to stimulate the muscles to lessen the appetite. Since the botulinum toxin is a temporary agent to reduce the activity of the muscles, there is no permanent changes done in the stomach.

The procedure can be done for anyone who is between 18-65 years old. It is done by endoscopic methods, so no surgery is needed. The procedure takes about 20 minutes, and the effects can last up to 8 months. It can be redone for 3 times in total in Orenda Health with provided high quality techniques.

The aim of the procedure is to limit the muscles of the stomach so that the appetite can be reduced. To get the most benefit from this procedure, the patients themselves need to take good care of their health and take advantage of the procedure and not over-eat. The results of the stomach botox procedure, is totally dependent on the willpower of the patients. 

The botox injections are done in the upper and bottom parts of the stomach where it joins the intestines. The injections help reduce the hunger hormones, so that the patients can feel less hunger, more fullness. When the patient is eating, they feel full faster, and it takes longer for the stomach to feel empty again. There is no side-effects recorded for this procedure, but people who has any muscle disorders, or anyone who is allergic to botulinum toxin, should not apply for this procedure.

Since the procedure affects the performance of the stomach muscles, it cannot be done more than 3 times. Also it shouldn’t be seen as an alternative to gastric sleeve, gastric bypass or gastric balloon operations. 

STOMACH BOTOX

STOMACH BOTOX

  • Average length of stayDepends on treatment
  • Length of stay in hospital1 Day
  • Operation duration2-4 Hours
  • AnesthesiaLocal Anesthesia
  • Recovery Duration1 Day
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FAQ

Can it be applied to pregnant and breastfeeding women?

Research studies have not been conducted on the applying of stomach botox in pregnant and breastfeeding women. But Its not recommended by the Specilist. If the patient is pregnant or on breastfeeding then we have to confirm with the surgeon that the procedure is suitable for the patient or not in that situations

Are there any side effects of stomach botox?

There is no harm known if it is apply in the right dosage by a specialist Surgeon. Since stomach botox procedure is a standard endoscopic procedure,  The procedure is not suitable for those who have muscle disease and are allergic to botox.

How long the effects will last?

The botox treatment can last up to 8 months, depending on the patient’s healing speed. It usually lasts about 6-8 months, then the stomach muscles that got affected by the botox, return back to their normal activity again.

 

Who can benefit from the Stomach Botox procedure?

Anyone between ages 18-65, who cannot get the desired results for losing weight with other methods such as changing the diet and exercising , and who does not have an allergy to botulinum toxin can have the procedure. 

 

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