Botulinum Toxin Milan
Baby Botox with Dr. Alice Miegge
Botulinum toxin is a purified protein that temporarily blocks the contraction of facial muscles, softening expression lines such as crow's feet, forehead lines and glabellar lines. The treatment is outpatient, requires no anaesthesia, and results — visible within 3–5 days — last 4–6 months.
What is Botulinum Toxin Milan?
Botulinum toxin is a purified protein that temporarily blocks the contraction of facial muscles, softening expression lines such as crow's feet, forehead lines and glabellar lines. The treatment is outpatient, requires no anaesthesia, and results — visible within 3–5 days — last 4–6 months.
How the treatment works
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Facial expression analysis
Dr. Miegge observes the face in motion, analysing the activation of facial muscles during natural expressions to identify the optimal injection points.
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Mapping the injection points
Treatment points are marked with a dermographic pencil. The mapping is personalised based on facial morphology and the intensity of each patient's expressions.
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Injection with a fine needle
The toxin is injected with a fine needle into the target muscles in precise, calibrated amounts. The baby botox approach uses reduced doses to preserve natural expression.
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Immediate assessment
After the injections, symmetry and correct product distribution are checked. No bandage or dressing is required.
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Post-treatment instructions
It's recommended not to lie down for 4 hours, to avoid strenuous physical activity for the first 24 hours, and not to massage the treated areas for at least 48 hours to prevent product migration.
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2-week follow-up
A follow-up check allows the final result to be assessed and, if needed, small touch-up corrections to be made at no extra cost.
Who it's suitable for
Forehead and glabellar expression lines
Crow's feet (periocular wrinkles)
Bunny lines (nose wrinkles)
Gummy smile
Underarm, palm or plantar hyperhidrosis
Bruxism and temporomandibular joint pain
Chronic migraine
Neck rejuvenation (Nefertiti lift)
Expected results
- ✓ Visible softening of expression lines within 3–5 days
- ✓ Full, final result after 10–14 days
- ✓ Natural expression preserved with the baby botox technique
- ✓ Significant reduction in sweating in cases of hyperhidrosis
- ✓ Reduction of bruxism-related pain within 1–2 weeks
- ✓ Duration of the aesthetic treatment: 4–6 months
- ✓ Duration for hyperhidrosis and bruxism treatment: 6–8 months
Clinical data
The Specialist
Dr. Alice Miegge
Surgeon specialised in General Surgery, with a Master's Degree in Aesthetic Medicine and Laser Therapy (University of Pavia). Fellowship at Imperial College NHS Trust, London. Author of 15+ international scientific publications.
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Read the full guideFrequently Asked Questions
Injections are performed with very fine needles and the procedure is generally well tolerated without the need for anaesthesia. The sensation is a slight pinch lasting a few seconds at each injection point.
Baby botox uses reduced doses spread across more points compared to the traditional treatment. The goal is to soften wrinkles while preserving the mobility and naturalness of expressions, avoiding the so-called 'frozen face' effect.
The first effects begin to appear after 48–72 hours. The full result is reached between day 10 and day 14 after treatment, once the toxin has fully acted on the target muscles.
Yes, when performed by a specialist doctor using approved products. Dr. Miegge uses exclusively type A botulinum toxin approved by AIFA (the Italian medicines agency), at the recommended therapeutic doses. The treatment is carried out in a certified medical setting.
Yes. The treatment leaves no significant visible marks. There may be slight redness or small bumps at the injection points that resolve within 20–30 minutes. Most patients resume normal activities immediately.
Yes. Injections into the masseter muscle reduce the force of involuntary contraction during sleep, easing temporomandibular joint pain, morning headaches and tooth wear. The effect for bruxism typically lasts 6–8 months.
Contact Dr. Miegge
Dr. Alice Miegge practises at Image Regenerative Clinic in Milan (San Babila area) and YouMedical in Seregno. A consultation is the first step towards a personalised treatment plan.