Botox

Anti Wrinkle Injections such as Botox – What are they and how do they work?

Anti wrinkle injections use purified protein produced by the Clostridium Botulinum Bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those lines to form over time. It works by temporarily reducing the contractions of the muscles that cause persistent lines.

One 10-minute treatment, a few tiny injections, and within days there's a noticeable improvement in those persistent frown lines, helping men and women achieve a healthier more youthful appearance.

Reducing The Signs Of Ageing

Wrinkle-relaxing treatments are one of the fastest growing cosmetic procedures today. American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery statistics show that more than 3 million people in the U.S. were treated in 2005 alone. And, cosmetic use of botulinum toxin type A is available in more than 40 countries.

Wrinkle-relaxing treatments work by using a purified protein to block the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles; this reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those persistent wrinkles to form.

Wrinkle-relaxing treatments - Department of Health recommendations (botulinum toxin type A) are available by prescription only. If you'd like to talk to a consultant about temporarily smoothing away the frown lines between or above your eyebrows (known as the 11s) or laughter lines known as 'crows feet' which may be causing you concern, we can help you - request a free consultation.

Remember, any authorised consultant can administer wrinkle relaxers, but dermatologists, plastic surgeons, or physicians specialising in cosmetic procedures are generally more experienced.

Wrinkle-relaxing treatments are often used at the same time with dermal fillers or other cosmetic procedures, although in different areas of the face, for an all-over smoothing of wrinkles and facial lines. For example, wrinkle-relaxing treatments may be used on forehead wrinkles, while a dermal filler may be better used to treat lines at the mouth area.

Your qualified consultant is the most suitable person to advise you on what option(s) is most appropriate for you.