What is ageing?
Ageing can be defined as chronological ageing or photo ageing. Lines formed from chronological ageing are either static or dynamic lines. Static being present at rest due to loss of volume and thinning of the dermis due to loss of collagen and elastin, and Dynamic lines being present during movement.
What is Botulinum Toxin?
Botulinum toxin or commonly known as ‘Botox’, is a protein that targets a chemical substance called acetylcholine which transmits contraction information to the muscle. Botulinum Toxin temporarily blocks the release of acetylcholine and therefore temporarily weakens the muscles responsible for developing facial expression lines caused by muscle activity. Botulinum Toxin can also be used in the event of excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
Procedure Time
30-40 Minutes (estimated dependant on procedure)
What areas can be treated?
| Frown Lines | Forehead Lines |
| Eyebrow Lifts | Crows Feet |
| Under-eye Wrinkles | Bunny Nose Lines |
| Early Marionette Lines | Chin |
| Jaw Reshaping | Neck Ageing |
Recovery
24 Hours (Estimated)
Risks and Complications
The most common side effect of Botulinum Toxin are headache and injection reactions e.g. redness, swelling, irritation, rash, itching, numbness, pain, discomfort, stinging, bruising and bleeding.
Normally these reactions are mild, reversible and occur within the first week of treatment. There is also a small possibility of slight dropping of the eyelid, facial asymmetry and visual problems (in the event of temporary eyelid drooping). If you suffer from Herpes Simplex Virus (cold sores) there is a chance this may be activated post-treatment.
Anaesthetic required?
None Required
Duration of action
3 – 4 months for facial aesthetics
4 – 6 months for excessive treatment
Botulinum Toxin Prices
May include – bunny lines on nose, masseter, smokers lines, under eye creases, chin dimpling
Hyperhidrosis Treatment £450
Gummy Smile Treatment from £150
All consultations are free of charge and give you an opportunity to discuss your areas of concern and a full treatment plan and price will be calculated prior to commencing treatment.