Facial Rejuvenation » Non-Surgical Facelifts
Botulinum Toxin
Every time we laugh, smile or frown, Dynamic Wrinkles are created by the contractions in our delicate facial muscles. Over time, these ‘contractions’ leave us with what we know as frown lines, crow’s feet and laughter lines. Botulinum Toxin works by blocking impulses from the nerves to our tiny facial muscles, temporarily relaxing them so that they don’t contract, thereby softening the appearance of these lines. While the untreated muscles react in a normal way allowing facial expressions to be unaffected, the skin itself remains smooth and unwrinkled. The improvement can be surprisingly dramatic.
Botulinum Toxin injections have been successfully used for over a decade to treat many neurological and opthalmological disorders, such as strabismus (squint or cross eyes).
Giving Botulinum Toxin injections is simple and safe. A very small amount is injected with a very fine needle into several locations in the face. There is minimal pain associated with this treatment as a very fine needle is used, and such a small amount of liquid used.
Treatment and recovery is usually within an hour, and you will be able to resume your normal duties immediately after treatment. Slight temporary bruising is expected, as with any injections, but otherwise there will be no visible signs of your treatment.
Are there any side effects?
The medication can sometimes cause excessive weakness of injected or nearby muscles, rarely there can by asymmetry of facial expression, transient weakness of eye closure, or drooping of the eyelids. The risk of any side effects depends upon the muscles injected, because Botulinum Toxin is completely reversible, any side effects are temporary, lasting only days or weeks.
Treatment with Botulinum Toxin can be carried out immediately since no patch testing is required. The effects are usually apparent 3-4 days following treatment and will last 3-4 months. Everything will return to normal after 3-4 months.
Results with Botulinum Toxin can be amazing and can be very effectively maintain a more youthful appearance. However, this medication works only on dynamic wrinkles, and not static wrinkles, which are unrelated to the muscles of facial expression. If you have a combination of the two, the results can therefore be limited.
Early results from clinical trials show that less treatment is required with time, as the muscles retrain themselves, but this varies from person to person. In addition, the effects may be less effective for patients over the age of 65.
There are also reports to suggest that some patients suffering from migraines have found a vast improvement in their condition.
This excellent and inexpensive treatment achieves superb results and is ideal for the removal of:
- frown lines
- crow’s feet
- laughter lines
- forehead creases
Dermal Fillers
"The instant solution for lines, wrinkles, lip enhancement and facial contouring."
- Are there lines and wrinkles on your face that you don't like?
- Do you want an instant solution?
- Can you spare 30-45 minutes for your initial treatment?
- Do you want a safe treatment that has been proven effective?
- Do you want a treatment that requires minimal recuperation time?
- Can you spare 30 minutes every 6 months or so for a top-up treatment?
If the answer to these questions is yes, you could be the perfect candidate for the Restalyne® range of products.
Treatment is as easy and quick as getting your hair done – the better we look the better we feel!
How wrinkles form
Your skin is constantly under attack. Each day you are exposed to an assault of wind, sun, cold and pollution. In addition, fatigue, emotional changes, hormonal swings and simply the passage of time can take their toll on your skin. These internal and external attacks combine to weaken your skin’s structure and appearance.
The skin’s structure deteriorates at the level of the dermis; the deeper living layer of the skin. When vital components of the dermis such as collagen fibres, elastin and hyaluronic acid (HA) become less abundant, the dermis is weakened, causing a noticeable impact on the appearance of the skin.
The role of HA and Restalyne®
Youthful skin is rich in HA, a substance that binds water, hydrates the skin and promotes softness and fullness. However, as we age, our HA becomes less efficient leading to the loss of natural elasticity and volume. Restalyne is ‘Stabilised Non Animal HA gel’. When injected into the skin it boosts the skin’s hydration system and stimulates production of collagen, thus restoring youthful volume, so helping to preserve and restore a healthy glowing skin. The HA in Restalyne® closely resembles our own HA therefore reactions are minimised and the results last longer. The HA in Restalyne is naturally broken down in our bodies. http://www.restylane.co.uk/
Treatment with Restalyne®
Restalyne® is suitable for all skin types. No skin test is required as there are no animal derived ingredients in the gels. There are various products available which are indicated for use in different areas of the face. After a personalised consultation and diagnosis, we will propose the most suitable treatment for you. The treatment itself takes only 20 to 30 minutes and involves injecting the gel in tiny quantities with a very fine needle, typically only a few millimetres beneath the surface of the skin. The process is usually painless although a topical anaesthetic may sometimes be used for increased comfort. Some gels now contain pain reducing lidocaine for even more comfort. We will always use these gels for our patients where possible. Restalyne® does not affect facial expression.
In the hours following injection, small red marks, slight swelling, pain, tenderness, itching and or bruising may appear temporarily. This is the same as you might expect with any type of injection and will disappear after a few days. The beneficial results are visible immediately and last around 6 to 9 months but a great advantage is the results are not permanent so you are always in control of your looks.
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