Anti Wrinkle Injections

A consultation is essential, prior to taking any of the aesthetic treatments.

A brief telephone consultation will enable us to asses that you are eligible for a full consultation and treatment.

Botulinum toxin is a prescriptive product where approval of client’s suitability must be received via a medical prescriber.

What is an Anti-wrinkle Injection?

An anti-wrinkle injection is a purified protein of the toxin normally produced by Clostridium botulinum.

Botulinum toxin is a prescriptive product where approval of client’s suitability must be received via a medical prescriber.

Wrinkles and fine lines develop over time by the repeated contraction of facial muscles. By injecting botulinum toxin precisely into these specific muscles, the nerve impulse traveling to the muscle is blocked. This blockage prevents contraction, therefore relaxing the muscles.

Typically, you will see an improvement in the appearance of those fine lines and wrinkles within 2 weeks following treatment.

How is the botulinum toxin prepared?

The botulinum toxin is stored in the refrigerator until such time as it will be administered, and is prepared just before being administered for the best quality results.

A sterile station is prepared for the administration of the botulinum toxin injections, where the solution is prepared. The botulinum toxin is then drawn up into a very fine syringe ready to inject.

What will the treatment involve?

Your practitioner will complete a thorough consultation to ascertain that botulinum toxin is a suitable treatment for you. If so, the consultation details are passed over to a medical prescriber for suitability and the prescription to be approved.

During treatment the area to be treated is cleansed and sterilized. Then the botulinum toxin solution is injected into the wrinkle-causing muscles.

The treatment takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

Allow extra time if you want the application of a local anesthetic.

Please advise your practitioner if you have an allergy to, or have ever had a reaction to, any such anaesthetic.

The procedure is very quick – a short, sharp pain during the injection may be felt.

You are invited back to the clinic for a review to ascertain if any modifications are required to ensure the desired results have been achieved.

Why have the procedure?

Anti-wrinkle Injections are known for being a quick procedure and providing undeniable results, which makes this the most popular anti-ageing cosmetic treatment available.

This treatment will be excellent to treat:

• Glabella – Frown lines (between eyebrows)
• Forehead lines
• Crow’s feet (lines at the side of the eyes)
• Brow Lift
• Bunny Lines
• Chin dimpling
• Downward smile
• Gummy smile
• Lip flip
• Jawline slimming
• Neck lift
• Hyperhidrosis (sweat reduction)

Does it hurt?

The actual procedure is very quick. If you opt out of the local anesthetic, a mild discomfort can be experienced during the procedure due to the small needle injections involved. However, each individual has a varied pain threshold in relation to needle insertion.

If you opt for the local anesthetic to be applied to the treated area prior to the administration of the injections, the procedure is generally pain free.

Care is taken to make the injection as comfortable as possible.

As with all injections there may be some mild temporary discomfort and redness in the direct injection site, which subsides quickly.

Cold applications can aid any discomfort post treatment.

Please advise your practitioner if you have an allergy to, or have ever had a reaction to, any such anaesthetic.

How many treatments do I need?

One treatment is required every 3 to 6 months to keep the desired look.

Depending on the severity of the lines and wrinkles, skin boosters or dermal filler may be recommended along with the anti-wrinkle injection as the wrinkle may be too deep to be smoothed out alone.

How quickly will I see the results?

You will see results 4 to 10 days after a single treatment. The maximum effect being observed 5 to 6 weeks after injection. The treatment effect can be seen for 3 to 6 months after injection.

How long will the results last?

The results can last 3 to 6 months.

Are anti-wrinkle injections safe?

Botulinum toxin has been in medical use for more than four decades and thousands of men and women have received anti-winkle injections in the UK every year.

No special hazard has been observed in human beings, except in high doses which exceed the aesthetic dose used.

Botulinum toxin is administered in such a way that it only affects your muscles and sweat glands, and does not reach any other part of the body.

Providing the anti-wrinkle injections are administered by a qualified, competent practitioner, the risks are extremely minimal.

Anti-wrinkle injections are administered by our senior aesthetician practitioner to ensure that quality and safety is paramount.

What are the possible risks & side effects?

Every procedure involves a certain amount of risk and side effects, which will all resolve. However, you should be made aware of them.

The risk of side effects following treatment are reduced by consultation with an experienced practitioner.

Commonly Experienced Temporary Adverse Events

• Redness at the injection site
• Pain at injection site
• Bleeding at injection site
• Tingling at injection site
• Bruising at the injection site
• Headache
• Ptosis- Drooping of the eyelid
• Localised muscle weakness
• Facial pain
• Skin tightness

Less Common Risks

• Muscular motor dysfunction
• Asymmetry outcome
• Compromised mouth action
• Infection
• Numbness
• Dizziness
• Disturbances of the eye
• Swelling
• Nausea
• Muscle twitching
• Fever/Flu manifestations
• Anxiety

Contraindications

Please discuss your health concerns with your practitioner prior to commencing treatment.

Allergy to botulinum toxin type A Human albumin, or sodium chloride (salt) and eggs.
Infection at site of injection
Pregnant, or breastfeeding
Have you ever suffered from a disease which affects your muscles or nervous system.
Any other known muscular or neuromuscular issues.
Inflammation in the muscle or skin to be injected.
Any active disease of the cardiovascular system.
Previous history of seizures.
Closed angle glaucoma, or risk of developing closed angle glaucoma
Plan to undergo an operation soon.

Are there any other important considerations?

Limited or no clinical data exists regarding the efficacy and tolerance of this treatment in patients having a history of, or currently suffering from, auto-immune disease or auto-immune deficiency or are under immunosuppressive therapy. The practitioner shall therefore decide how to proceed on a case by case basis, according to the nature of the disease and its treatment and the need for monitoring post-treatment.

Your practitioner will discuss the need for a preliminary skin testing for hypersensitivity if necessary, or in the case of patients with severe or multiple allergies. Patients on coagulation medication or other substances known to increase coagulation time, must be aware of the potential increased risk of bleeding and haematoma during and following treatment.

Disclaimer

Any views or advice obtained via this website should not be taken as a substitute
for medical advice or treatment, especially if you are aware of, or suffer from, a specific health complaint.​
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We recommend that you maintain your relationship with your GP. Your GP will also be able to arrange any diagnostic procedures you may need, and provide emergency cover if needed.

Your practitioner will also discuss the suitability of treatment having considered your medical history and any medications you currently take. As such, it is imperative you disclose such medications at the time of your treatment.

Any discrepancies must be taken up with the practitioner within 1 month of treatment.

The information on this website is written WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Treat the skin as sensitive for 24 hours or until the skin completely appears calm.

Do Not lie down or lean to one side for 4 to 6 hours.

Avoid touching the area, unless with clean hands.

Do not apply make-up or spray tan for at least 48 hours.

Avoid any further overstimulation treatments for at least 12 hours.

Avoid highly perfumed products.

Wash with luke warm water only.

Avoid soap.

Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.

Avoid swimming in public pools for 24 hours.

Avoid any exposure to a sauna, hot tub or tanning for up to 24 hours.

Avoid a facial, rub or massage the treated areas for up to 48 hours.

Avoid lying on a massage bed with your face through the breathing hole for 2 weeks.

Avoid consuming any alcohol for up to 24 hours

Wear sun protector SPF 30 minimum

Drink plenty of water.

The application of an SPF when exposing your skin to UV can prevent long term skin damage.

For a healthier skin your practitioner will guide you with a personlised homecare skin regime.

It is advised to return to your practitioner in two weeks for a review post anti-wrinkle injection.

Frown, Forehead, Crows Feet

1 Area   £175.00
2 Areas £240.00
3 Areas £290.00

Baby Botox
The same product and prceedure just with less injected

1 Area   £120.00
2 Areas £165.00
3 Areas £210.00

Other Treatments

Jawline slimming £280.00
Neck lift                  £280.00
Hyperhidrosis       £450.00

Other Areas
Charged at £60 extra if booked with any of the 3 areas or other treatments above.

Prices below when booked sole.

Brow lift                 £170.00
Bunny lines           £170.00
Chin dimpling      £170.00
Downward smile £170.00
Gummy Smile      £170.00
Lip flip                   £170.00

 

Emporium Practitioner:

Angela Taffinder

Senior Aesthetician