Anti Wrinkle Injections
ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS
TREATMENT SUMMARY:
PROCEDURE TIME: 30 Minutes
RECOMMENDED NO. OF TREATMENTS: 1
ANAESTHETIC: None required
SIDE EFFECTS: Bruising, redness, swelling
RESULTS: Within 2 weeks
DURATION OF RESULTS: 3-4months
BACK TO WORK: Immediately
FULL RECOVERY: Immediately
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What are anti-wrinkle injections?
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Anti-wrinkle injections are made up of naturally occurring plant proteins called Botulinum Toxin type A. When the protein is injected into a muscle it temporarily blocks the nerve signal which make it unable to contract as tightly. This causes the wrinkles to temporarily relax and soften. This gives a smoother, rejuvenated appearance to the face.
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What areas can be treated?
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The most popular areas are the horizontal forehead lines, vertical frown lines, crow’s feet and bunny lines (small creases on the bridge of the nose). We can also treat a gummy smile and excessive sweating with Botulinum Toxin type A.
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What brand of Botulinum Toxin Type A do you use?
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At Simply Skin Clinic we use the brand Botox®.
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How much do anti-wrinkle injections cost?
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1 area: From £200
2 areas: From £270
3 areas: From £330
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Is it painful?
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We use the smallest needles and the medicine itself does not tend to sting. Most patients refer to it being as painful as having their eyebrows plucked.
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What are the risks?
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There is a small risk of bruising, redness, swelling and a temporary headache. Uncommonly, if the Botox® reaches the upper eyelid muscle there can be transient drooping for approximately 4-6 weeks. This is the most significant risk and happens in about 1 in 1000 injections. It develops from local spread of the Botox® from the injection site and can be minimised by accurate dosage and proper placement. An adverse or allergic reaction to Botox® is extremely rare.
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Who should not receive anti-wrinkle injections?
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Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients with a history of neuromuscular disease, patients who are taking aminoglycoside antibiotics, penicillins or calcium channel blockers, patients with a known allergy to egg white.
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Will I need any follow up?
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We provide free aftercare and follow up throughout your journey with us. All patients are booked a follow-up review at 2 weeks. This is for us to assess that the desired effect has been achieved and whether further anti-wrinkle injections are required (top-up).