WRINKLE FILLING / BOTOX

• Treating wrinkles
• Treating the lips
• Fast and safe method with immediate result

Hyaluronic acid in injectable form for filling facial lines and wrinkles, enhancing the lips and correcting small facial scars and minor imperfections. Hyaluronic acid is the most popular material used for these purposes and has, over many years, been demonstrated to be both safe and effective, NON animal origin, an important consideration for people today and need NO pre-test. A treatment takes about 30 minutes and the results can be seen immediately. The method is fast and safe and leaves no scars or other traces on the face and is not permanent. Results are always difficult to predict as all patients respond differently to hyaluronic acid due to different skin types, however, in general the results should be still visible some 4 to 6 months after treatment. When treating the lips pain relief in the form of a local anaesthetic is often used.

Post-treatment

Immediately after the treatment you can expect some redness, swelling, tenderness and an itching sensation in the treated area. This is a normal result of the injection.

Botox

Botox is treatment for facial lines and wrinkles simply because it really does remove the telltale signs of aging. It is safe, quick and straight forward and can be combined with other treatments such as fillers to give you the complete facial makeover ideal. It works by relaxing the dynamic facial muscles that are responsible for facial wrinkles The main areas it is used for are the frown, eye and forehead areas. After a few painless injections you can carry on your normal day and wait for lines to soften over the next 3-5 days. This relaxed fresher look will stay with you for 4-6 months.

What is botox?

It is a purifed protein from Botolinum toxin type A.

What are its uses?

It is used for treating frown lines, forehead furrows, eye lines ,lip lines, down turned mouths and dimple chins.

It is also used for preventing excessive perspiration in under arms and hands.

Is it safe?

Yes it has been approved by the FDA for cosmetic use and has been used for over 30 years without any known long term problems.

How does it work?

The Botulimum toxin blocks the nerve transmission to the muscles under the skin. Facial lines formed by the dynamic action of underlying muscles will then diminish or disappear.

What are Botox Uses?

Facial Line softening of the upper half of face: forehead furrowing, eye lines, frown lines between the eyes, scars. It is also used for preventing excessive perspiration.

Who is suitable for Botox?

It is suitable for most people apart from those who are pregnant or breast feeding.

Are the injections painful?

Not really, most people only experience a mild temporary discomfort.

How will I look after the treatment?

There is a slight redness immediately after which settles within a few hours and application of ice helps and is easily covered with makeup.

When will I notice a difference?

It starts to work in about 3-5 days. The greatest effect is seen after about 1-2 weeks.

How long will it last?

4-6 months depending on each individuals response. Repeat treatments have been shown to last longer.

What are the side effects?

It is a very safe treatment. However side effects can occur but are rare. They can include slight bruising at the injection site , slight drooping of the eyelid which would only last for a week or so and headaches.