At FTV Clinic, we combine medical expertise with AI-assisted facial analysis to create customised injectable plans that enhance your natural features — not change them.
We provide:
Botulinum Toxin (UK & Korean brands)
HA Fillers (Western & Korean premium brands)
Biostimulators (Collagen stimulators)
Atelocollagen (Thrafill)
All treatments are performed by licensed doctors with a personalised aesthetic mapping approach.
What is Botulinum Toxin?
Purified Botulinum Toxin Type A can temporarily relaxes targeted muscles to:
Reduce wrinkles (forehead, frown lines, crow’s feet)
Slim jawline (Masseter reduction)
Lift brow
Reduce sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
Prevent dynamic wrinkles (preventative Botox)
Visible results: 7 days – 1 month
Duration: 4-10 months
UK vs Korean — What’s the Difference?
| Feature | UK / European Brands | Korean Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Regulation | EMA / often FDA | MFDS (Korea), some FDA |
| Clinical History | Longer global track record | Rapidly expanding global use |
| Diffusion | Some broader spread options | Often slightly more localized |
| Duration | 4-6 months | 6-10 months |
| Price | Premium tier | Mid to premium tier |
Important Clinical Note
The doctor’s technique, dilution, dosing, and facial anatomy assessment influence results far more than brand origin.
At FTV Clinic: We select the brand based on muscle strength, treatment area, and desired softness — not price alone.
Botox for Office Syndrome Treatment
Relief for Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Back Tension
Office syndrome is a common musculoskeletal condition affecting people who spend long hours working on computers, mobile devices, or sitting in poor posture. It often leads to chronic neck pain, shoulder stiffness, trapezius muscle tension, and upper back discomfort.
At FTV Clinic, Botox injections may be used as part of a medical approach to help reduce muscle tension associated with office syndrome.
Important Considerations
Botox injections should always be performed by qualified medical professionals who can assess muscle balance and determine the appropriate dosage. Proper evaluation ensures safe treatment and natural results.
How Botox Helps Office Syndrome
Botox (Botulinum toxin) works by temporarily relaxing overactive muscles. When carefully injected into the trapezius muscle, it can reduce excessive muscle contraction that contributes to pain and tension.
Potential benefits include:
Relief from chronic neck and shoulder tension
Reduced muscle stiffness in the trapezius area, giving a softer shoulder line and longer-looking neck.
Improved comfort during work and daily activities
Reduced muscle overactivity caused by prolonged posture
Many patients begin to notice improvement within 7–14 days, with effects typically lasting 3–6 months depending on the individual.
What is HA Filler?
HA filler (Hyaluronic Acid Filler) restores volume, contours the face, and hydrates skin.
Used for: Lips, Chin, Jawline, Cheeks, Nasolabial folds, Under eyes, Temple volume loss, etc.
Results: Immediate
Duration: 6–12 months (depending on brand & area)
Brands We Use
Western HA Fillers
Juvederm, Restylane, Definisse
Korean HA Fillers
Yvoire, Neuramis
Western vs Korean HA Fillers — What’s Actually Different (and what isn’t)
Important: Both Western and Korean HA fillers can be high quality, safe, and natural-looking when chosen correctly and injected by an experienced doctor. Differences are usually about portfolio design, regulatory pathways, and product selection — not “Western = soft” and “Korean = firm.”
Key differences
| Topic | Western HA Filler Brands | Korean HA Filler Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Product range & specialisation | Often very broad portfolios with multiple lines for specific indications (lips, midface support, tear trough, skin quality). | Also broad portfolios; many focus on offering multiple options with strong value and popular “lifting” choices. |
| Clinical evidence & global adoption | Typically have longer global use history and a large volume of published clinical data across many countries. | Many have growing clinical data and strong adoption in Asia; published evidence varies by brand/product. |
| Regulatory approvals | Often approved by multiple stringent regulators depending on brand and market (varies by product). | Often approved by Korean MFDS and other markets; global approvals vary by brand/product. |
| Consistency between batches & distribution | Usually very established international distribution and long-term supply consistency. | Many are strong and consistent; supply and international distribution can vary by brand. |
| Feel & performance | Can be very soft or very firm depending on the specific product (not the region). | Same — can be soft or firm depending on the specific product. |
| Longevity | Depends on product properties + area + metabolism; not reliably “longer” just because it’s Western. | Also depends on product properties + area + metabolism; not reliably “shorter” just because it’s Korean. |
| Price positioning | Often positioned as premium. | Often positioned as value-to-premium (varies). |
The right way to choose a filler (this is what drives results)
We select HA filler based on:
Area & function (support vs contour vs hydration)
G’ (firmness/structure) and cohesivity (how it holds shape)
Integration (how natural it blends with tissue)
Swelling tendency (important for under-eyes/lips)
Reversibility and safety planning (hyaluronidase-ready approach)
Your facial anatomy + aesthetic goal
Bottom line:
There are excellent options from both regions — what matters most is matching the right rheology to the right facial layer with the right technique.
What Are Biostimulators?
Biostimulators are injectable treatments designed to stimulate your body’s own collagen production, rather than simply adding volume like traditional HA fillers.
They improve:
Skin firmness
Elasticity
Structural support
Fine lines
Facial laxity
Acne scars (specific types)
Unlike HA fillers (which give immediate volume), biostimulators work gradually over weeks to months.
How Biostimulators Work?
Biostimulators contain materials that act as a collagen activation signal inside the skin.
The product is injected into specific dermal or subdermal layers.
It triggers a controlled, mild inflammatory response.
Fibroblasts are stimulated.
New collagen (Type I & III) is produced.
Skin becomes thicker, firmer, and more structured over time.
The product particles are gradually absorbed, but the newly formed collagen remains — giving longer-term improvement.
Profhilo
Active Ingredient: High-purity HA (non-crosslinked)
Profhilo is not a volumizer.
It is a skin bio-remodelling treatment that improves elasticity and hydration.
Key Clinical Strengths
High-purity HA (non-crosslinked)
Stimulates collagen + elastin
Spreads evenly under skin (BAP technique)
Minimal change in facial shape
Best For
Crepey skin
Early laxity
Tighten and lifted
Unique Value Proposition
- Natural tightening without contour change
- Enhances skin elasticity
- Excellent for face, neck, hands
- Very low downtime
Positioning: Luxury skin quality upgrade
Sculptra
Active Ingredient: PLLA (Poly-L-Lactic Acid)
PLLA microparticles stimulate collagen production deep in the dermis and subcutaneous layer. Over several weeks, new collagen forms, gradually restoring facial volume and thickness.
Key Clinical Strengths
Stimulates Type I collagen (strong structural collagen)
Restores skin thickness over time
Improves facial fat atrophy appearance
Prevents overfilled look
Suitable for large-area rejuvenation
Best For
35+ with global volume loss
Hollow temples & midface flattening
Skin thinning after weight loss
Patients wanting long-term anti-aging investment
Unique Value Proposition
- Progressive, natural result
- Builds internal support instead of external bulk
- Longest duration among biostimulators (up to 2 years) when completed protocols.
- Improves skin quality + structure simultaneously
Positioning: Deep collagen architecture & age reversal strategy
Olidia
Active Ingredient: PDLLA (Poly-D,L-Lactic Acid)
Olidia stimulates collagen while allowing more customisable dilution, making it adaptable for both lifting and skin quality enhancement.
Key Clinical Strengths
PDLLA stimulates gradual collagen synthesis
Adjustable mixing ratios (volume vs skin texture focus)
Smoother collagen response compared to high-density fillers
Suitable for subtle structural refinement
Best For
Early aging (30+)
Mild to moderate volume loss
Patients preferring soft, progressive lift
Preventative collagen banking
Unique Value Proposition
- Flexible treatment planning
- More customisable than many PLLA protocols
- Natural collagen integration
- Lower risk of “overcorrection” appearance
Positioning: Customisable collagen refinement
Radiesse
Active Ingredient: CaHA – Immediate Lift + Collagen Stimulator
Radiesse provides immediate lifting effect from gel carrier + microspheres. After gel absorption, CaHA microspheres stimulate collagen production.
Key Clinical Strengths
Immediate lifting from gel carrier
CaHA microspheres stimulate collagen
Strong projection capacity (jawline, chin)
Can be hyperdiluted for skin tightening (neck, arms)
Best For
Jawline definition
Chin enhancement
Lower face lifting
Hands & neck rejuvenation
Unique Value Proposition
- Dual-effect technology (instant + regenerative)
- High structural strength (excellent G’ value)
- Long clinical track record
- Strong contouring without surgical implants
Positioning: Structural contouring with regenerative benefit
Juvelook
Active Ingredient: PDLLA + HA (Hybrid formula)
What Makes Juvelook Different?
Juvelook is a hybrid injectable combining:
PDLLA (Poly-D,L-Lactic Acid) → Collagen stimulation
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) → Immediate hydration + subtle volume
This dual mechanism allows Juvelook to improve skin texture and dermal thickness while providing mild initial correction.
Unlike pure fillers, Juvelook focuses more on skin quality remodeling than dramatic contour change.
Key Clinical Strengths
- Improves acne scars (especially shallow boxcar scars)
- Refines enlarged pores
- Softens fine lines
- Thickens thin under-eye skin (selected cases)
- Enhances overall skin texture
- Natural-looking improvement without “puffiness”
Best Treatment Areas
Acne scar zones (cheeks)
Under-eye fine lines
Lower cheek texture
Perioral lines
Full-face skin rejuvenation (micro-droplet technique)
Results Timeline
Mild immediate smoothing (from HA)
Collagen stimulation visible in 4–8 weeks
Continued improvement up to 3–6 months
Duration: ~12 months (depending on skin condition and metabolism)
Biostimulator Quick Positioning Summary
| Product | Primary Function | Immediate Effect | Collagen Stimulation | Best For | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculptra | Deep collagen regeneration & global volume restoration | No | Very High (PLLA) | Age-related volume loss, facial hollowing | Up to 24 months |
| Olidia | Controlled collagen building | Minimal | High (PDLLA) | Mild–moderate volume loss, gradual lift | 12–18 months |
| Radiesse | Structural lift + collagen support | Yes | Moderate–High (CaHA) | Jawline, chin, lower face contour | 12–18 months |
| Juvelook | Skin texture remodeling | Mild | Moderate (PDLLA + HA) | Acne scars, fine lines, dermal thinning | ~12 months |
| Profhilo | Skin bio-remodeling & elasticity | No | Moderate (collagen + elastin stimulation) | Skin laxity, crepey skin, glow enhancement | 6–9 months |
How We Choose at FTV Clinic
We do not select based on brand popularity.
We select based on:
• Depth of injection layer
• Structural support needed
• Skin thickness & laxity
• Desired timeline of result
• Risk tolerance & reversibility considerations
• Long-term aesthetic planning