Anti Wrinkle Treatment
Anti wrinkle injections are popular anti-aging treatments, suitable for both men and women and involve the precise placement of botulin toxin (for example Botox) into specific muscles. These injections target the lines and creases in the skin which form naturally with muscle movement over time, resulting in a refreshed and more youthful appearance.
The areas most commonly treated with anti-wrinkle injections are the upper face (frown lines, forehead lines and crows feet (also known as smile lines). However, a full face approach, tailored to each individual, is recommended to ensure all the facial muscles are working in harmony. This leads to an overall more balanced facial profile.
We can also treat a range of other concerns such as lifting the eyebrows, smoothing nose wrinkles that form when you smile or laugh, and reducing nasal flares. Treatments can also target a downturned nose when smiling or talking, downturned corners of the mouth, and gummy smiles by lowering the lip.
Additionally, anti wrinkle injections can be used on the masseter muscles to slim the jawline and reduce teeth grinding, improve the cobbled appearance or horizontal lines on the chin, soften neck bands with the Nefertiti neck lift technique, and manage excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis).
Anti-wrinkle injections are proven to be safe, and your treating clinician will always go through your medical history and provide relevant consent forms that you will need to read and sign before any treatment. The treatment works by relaxing the muscles directly responsible for forming lines and wrinkles, leaving the skin smoother and more youthful.
Most people find anti wrinkle injections relatively painless and anaesthesia is not usually required. Since there is no downtime, you can return to work immediately. These injections are designed to relax the muscles and smooth dynamic wrinkles without affecting your facial expressions or “freezing” the face, resulting in a fresher and more natural appearance.
Results usually begin to appear between 5 to 14 days after treatment, with full effects visible by two weeks. The benefits typically last 3 to 4 months, but with regular, repeated treatments over time, the effects can become longer-lasting—meaning less frequent treatments may be needed.
Masseter Muscle Treatment
Muscle relaxing treatments can also be used to soften the masseter muscle and refine the jawline. The masseter is a key chewing muscle, and overactivity or enlargement can cause aesthetic concerns like a square or widened jawline, along with functional problems such as teeth grinding or jaw pain.
By targeting this muscle, we can achieve a slimmer jawline, reducing the appearance of a square jaw for a softer, more contoured face. This treatment also provides relief from teeth grinding by alleviating jaw tension, clenching, and associated discomfort.
The procedure is non-surgical and quick, typically taking just 15 to 30 minutes, with no downtime required.
Gummy Smile Treatment
A gummy smile, where too much gum shows when smiling, can affect self-confidence for many individuals. Muscle relaxing treatments offer a safe, effective, and minimally invasive way to create a more balanced and natural-looking smile.
The procedure is non-surgical and quick—usually completed in under 15 minutes—and delivers subtle, natural-looking results that enhance your appearance without looking overdone.
Cheek Filler
Dermal fillers can be used to restore lost cheek volume or enhance natural definition through the placement of hyaluronic acid. As we age, our skin loses elasticity and begins to sag, and cheek fillers help to reduce these signs of ageing by rejuvenating the skin and restoring youthful facial fullness.
Results from cheek filler are visible straight after treatment, and the procedure is generally well tolerated. Anaesthetic is already mixed into the filler to reduce discomfort, so it should feel relatively comfortable. There’s no downtime, so you can go back to work immediately.
After treatment, you might experience some slight swelling, redness, or tenderness around the treated area, which typically resolves within a few days. In rare cases, bruising may occur, usually resolving in 7 to 14 days.
Cheek fillers are considered a safe procedure when carried out by a suitably trained practitioner. They contain hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance produced in the body, which helps ensure a safe and compatible result.
Results generally last between 6 to 12 months, although this may vary from person to person.
Lip Enhancement
Injectable dermal fillers are also used to enhance youthful lips or restore volume to thinner, ageing lips. With precise placement of hyaluronic acid filler, we can address signs of ageing, improve lip definition, and create a fuller, fresher appearance.
Lip filler results are initially more pronounced due to swelling but settle within a few days, revealing your final look. Anaesthetic is included in the filler to help reduce discomfort, and we can also numb the lips beforehand if preferred.
There’s no downtime, so you can return to work immediately. After the procedure, some swelling and tenderness is expected and typically subsides within a few days. In rare cases, redness or swelling may last up to two weeks.
Lip fillers are generally considered safe when performed by a suitably trained practitioner. Results typically last around 6 to 9 months, but this can vary between individuals.