Anti Wrinkle Injections
Dynamic wrinkles are those caused by the contraction of facial muscles, for example crows feet when we smile. At rest, without any voluntary expression, they are not there. The only way to prevent dynamic wrinkles is to inject small quantities of muscle relaxant, made from a natural purified protein, into the facial muscles. Muscle relaxant injections take 3 to 4 days to start working and a week to take full effect. The effects last for approximately 6 months and gradually wear off towards the end of that time. The procedure takes approximately 15 minutes and involves only minor discomfort. There can be a small bruise or minor swelling, which is treated with the application of ice.
Static wrinkles are those already etched into the skin. Our approach to treating static wrinkles is to use a combination of muscle relaxing injections and Dermal Fillers. The ‘laugh lines', also called the nasolabial folds and marionette lines, folds which follow from the corners of the mouth to the chin, are examples of static wrinkles which are commonly treated with dermal fillers.
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Facial Line Fillers
Dermal fillers in the form of clear gel are injected into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle to fill up static lines and depressed scars. A dental block or topical cream or ice may be used to numb the area being treated in order to minimise discomfort.
We most commonly use non-permanent fillers that are hyaluronic acid based, containing no animal proteins or allergens, ensuring their safety. They are biodegradable after injection into the skin. They are available in different thicknesses, suitable for applications ranging from fine smokers lines to cheek enhancement. They last from 4 to 6 months after the initial treatment and can remain for periods up to 12 months after subsequent treatments. Longer lasting and permanent fillers are available, however, we recommend that your first dermal filler should be non-permanent to ensure that you are happy with the visual result of the treatment before proceeding with a permanent filler. Semi permanent fillers can last for 18 months to 2 years, but are more costly than temporary fillers.
The treatment takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on the volume required and the area to be covered. Swelling and a small amount of bruising are possible, which usually resolve within a couple of days.
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