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HOW DOES ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS WORK?
Anti-wrinkle injections is
injected into the desired area around the eyes
or forehead. This treatment works by temporarily
weakening or paralysing overactive muscles causing
the lines on the face to relax. Only muscles
are targeted, not the actual skin, so results
are evident on facial lines and creases caused
by squinting, laughing and frowning, as opposed
to those resulting from aging or sun-damage.
These injections are also used to improve the
results of eyebrow lifting procedures.
IS IT EFFECTIVE?
Results are noticeable from day 2 or 3 with the
full effect evident by the seventh day. Results
will vary depending on the severity of the facial
lines - if lines are shallow, they should disappear
completely, whereas deep lines will be considerably
improved.
The outcome from the injections will always
vary slightly from patient to patient, but a
single procedure should last for at least 3-4
months. In order to maintain satisfactory results,
however, repeat treatments are required every
3-6 months.
IS IT PAINFUL?
A sedative or local anaesthetic is not used because
the pain associated with the procedure is minimal.
The procedure takes approximately 5-10 minutes
and a small amount of discomfort is felt when
the needle is inserted and the liquid injected.
The sensation has been described as anything
from minimally uncomfortable to temporarily numbing,
to feeling like a pinprick or a bee sting. You
can return to normal activities immediately after
the procedure.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE-EFFECTS?
The most common side-effects reported with anti-wrinkle
injections are:
• Tenderness or bruising
• A pinkish discolouration around the site
of injection
• Irritation or tearing
• Dry eye
• Not being able to close the eye
• Sensitivity to light
• Dizziness and tiredness
The liquid injections can also migrate to adjacent
facial muscles causing temporary weakness, or
to the eyelid or eyebrow causing drooping which
can last up to 5 weeks. To help prevent this,
you are advised to avoid lying down or applying
pressure on treated areas for up to 4 hours afterwards.
ARE ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS RIGHT FOR
ME?
Please ask Dr Martin if anti-wrinkle injection
treatment is the right treatment for you. The
best candidates for the procedure are those between
the ages of 30 and 65.
The treatment should NOT be used during pregnancy,
if you are nursing, or if you are taking certain
medications. Dr Martin is able to determine the
best course of therapy for you.
The effects of anti-wrinkle injections may be
affected with the use of certain antibiotics
or other drugs. Ensure that Dr Martin is aware
of any current medications you are taking. If
you have any questions regarding the use of this
treatment, please consult Dr Martin.
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