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Anti-wrinkle injections

Learn about Anti-wrinkle injections at Dr Sknn, including suitability, treatment planning, the procedure, recovery, material risks, aftercare and frequently asked questions. Your clinician will confirm whether this treatment—or another treatment—is appropriate for you.

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The treatment explained

About Anti-wrinkle injections.

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Anti Wrinkle Injections, also known under the brand name “BOTOX”, contains the active substance Botulinum Toxin A that when injected into specific facial muscles they block nerve signals that tell the muscle to contract, the reduction in specific muscular contractions in turn provide a temporary reduction in facial wrinkles, the effects are temporary but can last for several months, several areas can be treated in a single session resulting in an improvement of fine lines and wrinkles in addition to preventing new lines and wrinkles from forming, a variety of areas can be treated with Anti Wrinkle injections (Botox) at Dr Sknn located in Wilmslow, Cheshire including treating forehead lines, frown lines, eye wrinkles, bunny lines, lip lines, chin dimpling and neck lines.

In specific during an Anti Wrinkle injection consultation at Dr Sknn Wilmslow Cheshire, a full facial analysis is performed to analyse individual areas of fine line and wrinkle concerns, each consultation is individually tailored to elicit the pattern of anti wrinkle treatment injections using a precise multi level multi area injection technique. Furthermore, anti wrinkle injections can be used to perform a chemical brow lift, improve downward turned corners of the mouth, a gummy smile, reducing the width of the jaw line, a Nefertiti Neck Lift in addition to improving excessive sweating

frown lines, sometimes called worry lines, are the vertical lines that appear between your eyebrows

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What to expect

Before, during and after your treatment.

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01 · Before What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?

At Dr Sknn, during the consultation a medical history including a physical examination will be performed including photographs. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results, or questions you may have. Prior to the treatment any post treatment advice and risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them.

02 · During Do Anti Wrinkle Injections Hurt?

At Dr Sknn we use very fine needles to ensure pain is kept minimal, furthermore, we apply a topical anaesthetic cream to suitable patients, if need be, prior to performing anti wrinkle injections.

03 · After Things to avoid after having Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Some of the aftercare instructions include: Avoid exercising immediately following treatment for 24 hours. Avoid touching or rubbing any area or using make-up over the injected areas for 4 hours. Avoid alcohol consumption for 24 hours. Please note post your procedure you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions.

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Areas and concerns

Anti-Wrinkle Injections areas that we treat at Dr Sknn

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Forehead linesforehead wrinkles are the horizontal wrinkles that appear across our forehead
Frown linesfrown lines, sometimes called worry lines, are the vertical lines that appear between your eyebrows
Crow's Feet | Smile Linescrow's feet are the fine lines around the eye area. These tiny wrinkles might also be known as smile lines
Bunny linesthis procedure aims to reduce/soften the wrinkles that develop on the lateral/dorsal aspects of the nose but which may extend out to the lower eyelid. In some people these lines occur during natural expression, whilst in others, just during active movements such as laughing, sniffing and squinting.
Lip lines (Perioral lines/Smoker’s Lines)as we grow older unfortunately we lose lip volume and develop vertical lines around the mouth. These lines form as a result of mouth movements and are also known as 'smoker's lines' due to the them developing in smokers at younger age.
Chin Dimpling/Pebbled Chindimpling of the skin around the chin area results from repeated contractions of the mentalis (chin muscle), treatment relaxes and smoothens the chin & mental crease
Chemical Brow Liftwhen performed it lifts the brows and open up the eyes, creating a more youthful appearance
Jaw Line Reductionthis treatment reduces the width of the jaw line. The treatment is injected into the ‘chewing’ muscles of the jaw (called the massater muscle) to reduce its sizeand prominence of the jaw area. it also helps those who suffer with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders as treatment can reduce clenching alleviating jaw pain, jaw tension, TMJ soreness, and tension headaches
Downward Turned Mouththis treatment can diminish the downward pull on the corners of the mouth and allow the muscles that elevate the corners to take over hence subtly lifting the corners of the mouth
Gummy Smilegummy Smile is a phenomenon that when some people smile, their upper lip elevates too far above their upper teeth, exposing gums and producing an unattractive smile. One of the causes is hyperactive muscle which elevates the upper lip. Occasionally, the gummy smile is also aggravated by a thin upper lip that further contributes to the problem by exposing the upper gum even more. This treatment can reduce the gum show
Nefertiti Neck Liftthe effect is to improve the definition of the jaw line, relax the jowls, and provide an ‘upward lifting effect’ in the neck and jaw area.
Hyperhidrosissmall doses are injected into the skin blocking nerve supply to the eccrine sweat glands and preventing the glands from producing sweat
TrapTox | Trapezius BotoxSlims and Sharpens the Trapezius muscle for slimmer silhouette while also reducing shoulder and neck tension. How do Anti Wrinkle Injections Work? Anti Wrinkle Injections contain neurotoxins that when injected into specific muscles block nerve signals that tell the muscle to contract, the reduction in specific muscular contractions in turn provide a temporary reduction in facial wrinkles, the effects are temporary but can last for several months, several areas can be treated in a single session resulting in an improvement of fine lines and wrinkles in addition to preventing new lines and wrinkles from forming, a variety of areas can be treated with Anti Wrinkle injections (Botox) at Dr Sknn located in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
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How do Anti Wrinkle Injections Work?
Anti Wrinkle Injections contain neurotoxins that when injected into specific muscles block nerve signals that tell the muscle to contract, the reduction in specific muscular contractions in turn provide a temporary reduction in facial wrinkles, the effects are temporary but can last for several months, several areas can be treated in a single session resulting in an improvement of fine lines and wrinkles in addition to preventing new lines and wrinkles from forming, a variety of areas can be treated with Anti Wrinkle injections (Botox) at Dr Sknn located in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
What Should You Expect Before The Procedure?
At Dr Sknn, during the consultation a medical history including a physical examination will be performed including photographs. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results, or questions you may have. Prior to the treatment any post treatment advice and risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them.
Do Anti Wrinkle Injections Hurt?
At Dr Sknn we use very fine needles to ensure pain is kept minimal, furthermore, we apply a topical anaesthetic cream to suitable patients, if need be, prior to performing anti wrinkle injections.
How long do Anti Wrinkle Injections take to work?
Anti Wrinkle Injections take 2-3 days to start being effective will full effect appearing approximately at 2 weeks
How Long do Anti Wrinkle Injections Last?
Depending on the area treated with Anti Wrinkle Injections treatment generally lasts for 3 months however may continue to have effect up to 6 months. Top up Anti Wrinkle Injections are performed if need be.
Is Anti Wrinkle Injections Botox?
Yes, at Dr Sknn Wilmslow Cheshire we use Botox which is a brand of Anti Wrinkle Injections
Which areas can be treated with Anti Wrinkle Injections?
Anti Wrinkle Injections at Dr Sknn are only performed by Dr Shaffu. Areas that can be treated: Forehead lines Frown lines Eye wrinkles (Crow’s Feet) Bunny lines Lip lines (perioral lines/Smoker’s Lines), Chin Dimpling/Pebbled Chin Eye Brow Lifting Improving downward turned corners of the mouth subtly lifting the corners of the mouth Wide-Set Jaw | Massater Botox – reducing the width and shaping of the jaw line. The Nefertiti Neck Lift – improving jaw line definition by providing a lifting effect in the neck and jaw area Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) for the Armpits, Palms and Soles of the feet
How Long is an Anti-Wrinkle Injection Treatment?
Generally, the treatment length depends on the indication and area of concern however the treatment should take 30 minutes to complete.
Are Anti Wrinkle Treatments safe?
Prior to Anti Wrinkle Treatments you are thoroughly assessed in order to make sure you are a suitable candidate for the treatment, furthermore, anti-wrinkle treatments at Dr Sknn are only performed by Dr Shaffu who is a Cosmetic Doctor holding a qualification in the field of Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine.
Do Anti Wrinkle treatments have side effects or risks?
Redness, bruising, pain and swelling can occur after anti-wrinkle injections. These effects may last longer than 24 hours, and recovery varies. Prior to treatment a full list of possible side effects/risks associated with Anti Wrinkle treatments will be provided to you, at any point of time, Dr Shaffu and his team are there to answer any queries or questions you may have.
Who is unsuitable for the treatment?
Some of the contraindications are listed below. Please note that during the consultation we will assess suitability for the treatment Pregnancy or breast feeding
Who is suitable for Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Both Women & Men, during the consultation with Dr Shaffu individual risk factors will be assessed in order to see suitability for the treatment.
How Long is the recovery time after Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Recovery time varies with the area treated and your individual response. Bruising risk can be affected by individual circumstances and medicines. Follow the treatment-specific aftercare advice provided by your clinician.
Can Anti-Wrinkle Injections treat Excessive Sweating / Hyperhidrosis?
Anti-Wrinkle Injections can be used to treat excessive sweating in the armpits, palms and soles of feet, excessive sweating is also known as Hyperhidrosis, anti-wrinkle injections work by blocking the nerve supply to sweat glands preventing them from producing sweat. This treatment provides a temporary relief of excessive sweating/ Hyperhidrosis for approximately 6 months.
What Should I do to prepare for the Anti-Wrinkle Injection?
Please read through all the information sent to you prior to the consultation, complete the medical questionnaire and sign any relevant forms, if you have any questions or queries please contact Dr Sknn
Things to avoid after having Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Some of the aftercare instructions include: Avoid exercising immediately following treatment for 24 hours. Avoid touching or rubbing any area or using make-up over the injected areas for 4 hours. Avoid alcohol consumption for 24 hours. Please note post your procedure you will be provided with a complete list of aftercare instructions.
Will I experience Any Pain with Anti Wrinkle Treatment?
At Dr Sknn Anti Wrinkle Injections are performed using very fine needles, topical anaesthetic cream will be offered during treatments if need be and suitable.
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