Expert Insight from Lynsey Atkinson, Advanced Nurse Prescriber
Facial asymmetry is more common than you might think. Whether it’s natural or the result of a medical condition like Bell’s palsy, the effects can impact more than just appearance - they can affect confidence, comfort, and even facial function. Thankfully, with modern advancements in aesthetic medicine, Full-Face Botox is offering powerful, non-surgical solutions to help restore facial harmony.
In this article, we’ll explore how this treatment works, what the process involves, and what clients can expect when choosing to work with Lynsey Atkinson at Injct Skin Clinic in Kent.
Unlike targeted Botox for fine lines, Full-Face Botox is a bespoke treatment designed to balance muscle activity across the entire face. It’s especially effective for clients who experience asymmetry from muscle dominance, previous trauma, or conditions like facial palsy.
The goal isn’t to ‘freeze’ the face but to gently restore symmetry by adjusting how individual muscles pull and interact. The result? A more even, natural-looking appearance that enhances your unique features — without sacrificing expression.
When you choose to work with Lynsey Atkinson, you’re in expert hands from start to finish. Lynsey is a Save Face-accredited Nurse Prescriber known for her holistic, skin-first approach to aesthetics.
Step 1 . In-Depth Consultation
Every treatment begins with a detailed consultation. Lynsey will assess your facial anatomy, muscle activity, and any existing asymmetry or post-palsy complications. She’ll take the time to understand your goals and explain what’s realistically achievable.
Step 2 . Bespoke Treatment Plan
No two faces are the same. Lynsey designs each treatment to suit your natural muscle movement, ensuring that the end result is both symmetrical and subtle. She may target specific areas like the forehead, eyes, mouth, or jaw depending on your needs.
Step 3 . Precise, Gentle Injections
Using advanced techniques and a deep knowledge of facial anatomy, Lynsey delivers small amounts of Botox into targeted muscles. The aim is to relax overactive areas and allow weaker muscles to regain balance — not to create a frozen look.
Step 4 . Review & Follow-Up
Two weeks after your treatment, you’ll return for a follow-up to review results and make any necessary adjustments. Lynsey’s approach is always to refine rather than overcorrect, ensuring natural results that respect your face.
What sets Lynsey apart isn’t just her extensive clinical experience — it’s her patient-first philosophy. As a Nurse Prescriber and advocate for ethical aesthetics, Lynsey believes in enhancing, not altering, and making every client feel like the best version of themselves.
If you’re considering Full Face Botox for facial asymmetry or are recovering from facial palsy and want to explore your options, book a consultation with Lynsey. You’ll receive honest advice, a personalised plan, and the reassurance of working with someone who genuinely cares.
How long does the treatment take?
The injection process itself usually takes around 15–30 minutes, depending on how many areas are being treated. However, the most important part of your first appointment is the comprehensive consultation and facial analysis, which can take up to an hour. During this time, I assess facial symmetry, muscle strength, movement patterns, and any signs of overcompensation—especially important in post-facial palsy cases. This allows me to create a bespoke treatment plan that respects your natural structure and supports your desired outcome. The aim is precision and personalisation, never a rushed or one-size-fits-all approach.
Is Botox treatment treatment painful?
The vast majority of clients describe the treatment as very tolerable. I use ultra-fine needles and a gentle technique, targeting only the muscles needed for balance or correction. For sensitive clients, a topical numbing agent can be applied, although it's rarely necessary. I always ensure you're relaxed and informed at every step - my approach is calm and caring, which really helps reduce any anxiety, particularly if it’s your first time. Most clients are surprised by how quick and easy it feels.
How soon do you seen the results of Botox treatment?
You’ll usually begin to see subtle softening of muscle movement within 3–5 days, with the full result visible by 10–14 days. The effects gradually build as the targeted muscles relax, allowing for more symmetry and less strain in the overactive areas. If we’re treating post-palsy asymmetry, part of the result also comes from how surrounding muscles adjust — which is why the follow-up appointment is key. Results typically last 3 to 4 months, and with regular treatments, some clients find that muscle memory improves, and they require less product or less frequent visits over time.
Will Botox leave me looking frozen or expressionless?
Absolutely not and that’s the opposite of what we aim for. My philosophy has always been "natural, not noticeable". I carefully assess how your facial muscles work together and place Botox in a way that enhances symmetry without compromising your expressiveness. Especially in full-face treatments or post-palsy correction, the goal is to restore balance, not erase personality. My patients consistently tell me they feel more confident, rested, and like themselves, just a more harmonious version.
Can Full-Face Botox really help after facial palsy?
Yes, and in many cases, it can be life-changing. When facial palsy occurs, muscles on one side of the face weaken or become paralysed, while the unaffected side often becomes overactive as it tries to compensate. Botox can be used strategically to reduce this overactivity and encourage more symmetrical movement. It’s a delicate, advanced application of Botox that requires both medical understanding and aesthetic expertise. My role is to restore not just symmetry, but also confidence — and we always do this gradually, with great care and regular review.
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