Anti-wrinkle injections or wrinkle relaxers are the most effective treatment option for relaxing overactive facial muscles that cause fine lines and wrinkles.
The use of anti-wrinkle injections started off as treatment for medical conditions, but then quickly became use for aesthetic reasons too.
Anti-wrinkle injections or wrinkle relaxers are the most effective treatment option for relaxing overactive facial muscles that cause finelines and wrinkles.
The use of anti-wrinkle injections started off for treating medical conditions but then became use for aesthetic purposes too.
Wrinkle relaxers for aesthetic reasons include treatment for:
Wrinkle relaxers for medical conditions include:
Wrinkle relaxers generally last about 12 weeks.
It is not uncommon for the results to last more or less than 12 weeks in some patients.
It is also quite normal to find the results from the initial dose not optimal or long lasting. Initially, you may require multiple sessions (of 2 week intervals) of wrinkle relaxers before your muscles become adequately conditioned to the wrinkle relaxers.
What affects the longevity of wrinkle relaxers?
As with all procedures, there will be risks and these may include:
Side effects:
Risks:
Wrinkle relaxers cannot be given if:
Dynamic wrinkles are lines that are visible only when face is animated.
Static wrinkles are lines that are visible without facial movement.
Anti-wrinkle injections can only treat dynamic wrinkles. When used on static wrinkles, lines may soften but will not disappear as the lines are damaged tissue.
By reducing dynamic wrinkles, we can prevent static wrinkles from forming.
You can resume work and normal activities after the procedure.
However, there are certain activities you should avoid to help reduce the side effects and risks of the treatment.
Please see “after care tips” to ensure best results and faster healing.
To do your best in reducing the risk of the wrinkle relaxer shifting away from the targeted muscle, for the next 4-6 hours post-treatment, you should:
Due to Australia’s strict TGA laws, we are not permitted to mention brand names or ingredients of prescription medications.
The cost of the treatment depends on how much wrinkle relaxers need to be used on the area of concern.
For initial treatment, repeated sessions (of 2 week intervals) may be needed for stronger muscles. Additional dosage will be charged on the patient.
Please see pricelist from the booking system or come in for a consult.
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