Anti-Wrinkle Injections

As we get older, it is natural for wrinkles, brow furrows and forehead lines or a sagging neck to appear. This can often be due to weakened collagen in the skin because of too much sun exposure or natural gravity because of excess facial movement or genetic pre-disposition. BOTOX can therefore be used to treat facial lines. Wrinkles can be identified in two ways: expressive or static. Expressive lines are, as the term suggests, those which are evident when expressing emotion. Static lines are those which remain evident even when the face is relaxed. The main areas that are affected by expressive and static lines are as follows: Glabella – Frown lines The Glabella is the area between your brows. Over time, a deep line may appear that becomes quite prominent. The use of Botulinum toxin can not only relax the muscle to stop you overworking that area, it can also reduce the appearance of that static groove. Frontalis – Forehead – Horizontal lines Likewise, the forehead is an area where we tend to get both expressive and static lines. The use of botulinum toxin relaxes the area to prevent over-expression. Crow’s Feet- Corner of the eye – Laughter lines The area around the eyes (and lip) can be the most obvious sites for ageing and can cause a tired expression.

During the consultation the treatment options will be discussed with you and the areas that require treatment will be identified: One area: Glabella (frown lines) or Crow’s feet (laughter lines) Two areas: Glabella (frown lines) and Frontalis (forehead) or Glabella (frown lines) and Crow’s feet (laughter lines) Three areas: Glabella (frown lines), Frontalis (forehead) and Crow’s feet (laughter lines)

• Bunny Lines (scrunch lines) around the nose
• Brow Lift
• Smokers lines, around the mouth
• Gummy Smile
• Platysma bands on the neck
• Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) under the arms

The first visit will be a FREE consultation to assess your suitability for anti-wrinkle treatment. You will be able to discuss your expectations before undertaking the cosmetic treatment and answer any questions you may have. You will find out about the products available and what is involved in the treatment appropriate for you. If you are happy to proceed a follow up appointment will be made.

An Anti-wrinkle treatment is simple, quick and safe and usually takes no longer than 30 minutes. A medical history will be taken and both the benefits and possible side effects of treatment will be discussed. You will be asked to sign a consent form, photographs will be taken so there is a record of your before and after images to show you how successful your anti-wrinkle treatment has been. The photographs will not be used for promotional material.

Treatments are carried out in a clinical environment. You will be asked to lie down comfortably whilst you are treated. The area to be treated will be cleaned thoroughly and an anaesthetic cream will be applied, this will numb the area and make you feel relaxed. Using a small, fine needle, tiny amounts of botulinum toxin will be injected into several points in the agreed area. The injections are relatively quick so any feeling will soon pass.

The results of your treatment may take up to 14 days, where maximum effect will be seen, however, most people notice a reduction in their wrinkles 4-7 days post-treatment.

You may need to repeat treatment approximately every 3-6 months, to maintain a fresh and natural appearance. It is worth noting that the first treatment may be evident for a shorter length of time, but any subsequent treatments will be longer lasting.

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• A diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis – a disease that affects muscle activity
• History of Bell’s Palsy.
• Bleeding disorders or are taking drugs that affect bleeding time (Aspirin, Warfarin, Clopidogrel)
• Currently taking antibiotics you may be advised delaying your treatment.

There is no downtime following the injections, so you can assume your normal activities immediately after the procedure.

• A Small amount of temporary bleeding or mild swelling at the injection site this will disappear an hour or so following treatment.
• There is a small chance of bruising, which can be reduced by using Arnica Gel.
• Occasional headache, which Paracetamol will treat, please do not take Ibuprofen products following the procedure.
• Less than 1% risk of partial ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) this will resolve in a few weeks, an eye drop called Apraclonidine may help to speed up recovery should this occur.
• Very rarely double vision.

• Help activate the Botox by gently exercising the muscles that have been treated i.e. frown, smile, angry expressions (approx. 4 times an hour for 4 hours).
• Remain upright for 4 hours. Do not bend forward for extended periods of time or lie down for 4 hours following treatment.
• Do not touch the area for 4 hours following treatment.
• Do not apply make-up for up to 4 hours.
• Refrain from exercise for 24 hours.
• Avoid facials/saunas/hot tubs/sunbeds for 24 hours.
• Do not take a long haul flight for 24 hours.

BOTOX (Allergan)

Bocouture (MERZ)

Women: Upper face (laughter lines, frown lines and forehead lines). Additional small areas: (Bunny Lines on nose, lips, brow lift) Men: Upper face (laughter lines, frown lines and forehead lines) men have greater muscle mass, therefore, more Botulinum product may be required. Prices start from £170