Anti Wrinkle

Overview

Widely referred to as Botox, anti-wrinkle injections are used to smooth lines and wrinkles for a younger, more rejuvenated look.

They are most often used to treat:

Frown lines
Worry lines
Crows feet
Lip lines

Lower face treatment to improve jawline and appearance of the neck, known as 'Nefertiti lift'.

How Does it Work?
Botulinum toxin, often referred to as Botox® is a naturally occurring protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. The toxin works to block the transition of chemical messages sent from the nerve to cause the muscle to contract. Without these messages, the muscle stays in a resting state until the 'messengers' recover. This recovery takes approximately 8 to 12 weeks on average.

Licensed brands of botulinum toxin A include,' Botox®, Azzalure®, Bocouture®, Xeomin®, and Dysport®. Results

After treatment, it is normally expected that you will start to see an improvement within 2 or 3 days. The full result will be visible at 2-3 weeks. You will be invited to attend a review appointment at 2-3 weeks where the success of the treatment may be assessed.

You will receive advice to keep the target muscles active for a few hours and to avoid extremes of heat or cold, vigorous exercise, lying down or leaning over for 4-6 hours.

In some instances it may not 'completely freeze' the expression, Botulinum toxin is not suitable for lines present without expression (static lines), your practitioner will advise you.

This treatment is not suitable for everyone and will be fully discussed to ensure that it suits your individual requirements and expectations.

Am I a suitable candidate for Treatment?
Before embarking on any treatments the Practitioner will take a detailed medical history and an assessment of your needs and expectations to ensure this is an appropriate treatment for you. Botulinum Toxin (commonly referred to as Botox) is a prescription-only medicine

Except in exceptional circumstances this is not a treatment recommended for those under 25 or over 65.

For best results, the skin should be in good condition and the target lines not too furrowed. Your practitioner will assess your suitability and advise.

Botulinum toxin cannot be given to pregnant or breastfeeding women.

NOT suitable for patients with certain neurological disorders.

NOT suitable if you are currently taking certain medicines.

If you have previously experienced adverse reactions to any botulinum toxin treatment.

Treatment is not recommended if you are suffering from any skin infection in or near the treatment area or are unwell in any way (even a cold). If you are taking any medicines which affect bleeding, such as aspirin or warfarin. If you are currently or have recently completed a course of Roacutane (acne treatment) in the last 18 months. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution!!

If you are planning to attend a special event when a bruise, should it occur, would be unacceptable to you. If you are planning to attend an important event and any adverse event described would be unacceptable to you, discuss it with your clinician in advance of having treatment.

Some over-the-counter medicines and supplements can also affect bleeding (make you more prone to bruising) as can alcohol- which should be avoided the day before and after treatment.

Vigorous exercise, sun exposure, sun beds, and sauna should be avoided for 48 hours, or as advised by your clinician, after treatment.

If at any time you are concerned about symptoms you were not expecting or not happy with, please contact the practitioner for advice. If necessary an appointment will be made for you to be seen.

Is it Safe?
All treatments carry a degree of risk. All risks and complications will be discussed with you at consultation and prior to any treatment being agreed. Botulinum Toxin should be administered by a healthcare professional with specialist training.

Side effects include, but are not limited to:

Bruising
Swelling at injection sites
Redness at injection sites
Asymmetry of expression
Drooping of the brow, or eyelid
Headache or a sensation of 'tightness' or 'heaviness'

Adverse events are uncommon, these usually occur within a few days of treatment and are expected to be temporary, usually resolving spontaneously within weeks. Your practitioner will provide aftercare advice designed to minimise risk and promote speedy recovery from any expected side effects.

Does it Hurt?
very fine needle is used and generally, this treatment is not painful and can be well tolerated with no anaesthetic. Ice may be helpful in numbing the skin for nervous patients as well as reducing the risk of a bruise.

How Long Will It Last?

Results tend to last 3-4 months Movement will begin recovering from 8 weeks Frequent treatment at intervals of less than 3 months is NOT recommended.

Anti-Wrinkle Injection Prices:
1 - Area £130 (plus top-up)
2 - Areas £160 (plus top-up)
3 - Areas £200 (plus top-up)

Bunnies, oral commissioners, dimpled chin, smoker's lines £60.00 extra each area on top of Botox price.

Jawline £130
8 - areas £550.00
Gummy Smile treatment £125.00
Nefertiti (neck) neck lift £230.00
Hyperhidrosis (treatment for excessive sweating) £400.00
Party Feet (in balls of feet to be able to walk) £250
Intradermal Botox (Treatment for acne) From £180.00