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Dr Rupert Critchley MD · Founder, VIVA Skin Clinics · JCCP member
Calf slimming is a non-surgical treatment aimed at reducing the bulk or thickness of the calf muscle using Botox to reveal a more slim and aestheticaly pleasing calf muscle. By injecting into the calf muscle, Botox eliminates full muscle contraction allowing the muscle to get smaller and reduce in size over time. Learn more in this helpful article about Botox calf reduction and how it works.
Calf reduction is a popular choice for those seeking a more feminine, streamlined leg shape, with a gentle curve from knee to ankle. When the calves lack a defined taper, the lower legs can appear shorter and more robust. Botox injections offer a minimally invasive approach to creating a slimmer, more elegant lower leg without the need for surgical intervention.
Botox is carefully injected into the gastrocnemius muscle, which is the outermost calf muscle responsible for the bulk and definition of the calf. With 50-100 units administered evenly across each calf, the muscle relaxes and reduces in size, helping to create a smoother and more tapered appearance.
This quick, non-surgical procedure typically takes 30 minutes and patients will usually need at least two sessions to achieve optimal results. Maintenance treatments are recommended to sustain the desired effect over time.
Botox calf reduction is a fantastic option for anyone looking to contour their legs without surgery, offering a beautiful, lasting improvement that enhances the natural feminine shape of the lower legs.
We offer free consultations for Calf reduction at all clinic locations. For more detailed information please call us at 02037332199 or book online with our easy online booking system.
Our most central location is in Fitzrovia with a ten minute walk from Oxford circus and a five minute walk from Goodge street.
VIVA SKIN CLINICS FITZROVIA:
London W1T 4HZ
VIVA SKIN CLINICS Chelsea is in the heart of Kings road with a short 10 minute walk from Fulham Broadway station.
SW6 2DZ London
Every treatment at VIVA is carried out by qualified nurses and doctors, so you’re in safe, experienced hands from consultation to aftercare.
Consultations are always free, giving you the chance to talk through your goals, ask questions and get an honest recommendation before you commit. Payment plans are also available across our treatments with Clearpay and Klarna.
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