Specialising in family medicine, aesthetics and anti-ageing, Dr Cheaito holds over six years of experience in her field. Her focus is the treatment of medical skin conditions, coupled with individualizedtreatment plans and innovative technologies for impeccable results. The Canadian board certified professional is currently practicing at Dubai’s Seline Clinic.
Is there a perfect age for Botox?
There’s no magic age for starting Botox — it really depends on the individual and their skin. Some people choose to begin in their mid-to-late 20s or early 30s as a way to prevent lines forming in the first place, especially if they’re very expressive or have fine lines starting to stick around. Others wait until lines are more visible before exploring treatment. It’s more about the condition of your skin than your actual age. A good practitioner will always look at movement, not just your date of birth.
What are the key benefits you have personally witnessed of Botox use?
One of the biggest benefits is how fresh and rested it can make someone look without changing their features. Botox smooths out expression lines, particularly around the eyes and forehead, which can soften a tired or stressed appearance. It’s also amazing for boosting confidence — people often feel like they look more like themselves again. Done well, it can be incredibly subtle and just gives that fresh, polished look.
Botox is also being used more for the lower face and neck. A Botox neck lift (sometimes called the “Nefertiti lift”) can help relax tight neck bands, subtly lift the jawline, and create a more defined, youthful silhouette without surgery. But it’s not just about aesthetics. Botox can also help with medical concerns like bruxism (teeth grinding), chronic migraines, and even excessive sweating. For some patients, it’s been life-changing – helping ease jaw pain, reduce headache frequency, or give them confidence to wear certain clothes again without worrying about sweat…
