Botox Anti-Wrinkle Treatment in Southampton

Anti wrinkle injections contain a naturally purified protein that works to relax the muscles in your face and block nerve signals to the muscles. These proteins have been used worldwide for decades and are very safe to use.

Now, we know what you’re thinking, use of needles automatically equals pain. Even a simple flu injection can cause a bit of a sting. However, with regards to anti wrinkle injections, the needle used by our specialists is so fine that you are unlikely to feel anything more than a light pinch to the treated area.

There is very little to no pain during treatment, however if you would prefer local anaesthetic or a facial tension machine, this is also available. The pain relief that we offer for local anaesthetic are topical and injectable lidocaine. The injections are done with a very small needle and almost all our patients can tolerate this with no problems, so the above should not be necessary.

Yes, anti wrinkle injections are extremely safe and have been performed for decades all over the world. 

Before any treatment, we require a full medical consultation to understand your skin health and medical background in more detail. This helps us to determine whether or not you would be suitable for a particular treatment.

We would never recommend a treatment for anyone if our experienced practitioners deemed it to be unsafe or dangerous for your individual situation.

For more a more in-depth look at this treatments safety profile, read our blog on the safety of Botox injections.

Wrinkles are classified as being either dynamic or static. Dynamic means that they are due to repeated movements of facial muscles, for example laughing or frowning.

Static wrinkles are simply due to a loss of gravity or elasticity, often a sign of ageing. Static wrinkles are unrelated to facial expressions.

Some of the most common types of wrinkles that can appear include:

Frown lines: These run across the forehead horizontally along the top of the T zone.

‘Worry’ lines: These are wrinkles that create an ’11’ between your brows.

‘Bunnies’: These are wrinkles at the bridge of your nose, horizontally between your eyes.

Crows feet: These are found on the outside corners of the eyes.

Laugh lines: These are the lines from the side of the nose leading down to the edge of your mouth.

Lip lines: These are the small vertical lines above your top lip.

Marionette lines: As cheeks start to droop these wrinkles begin to form below your lips.

Platysmal bands (Neck): The muscles that span from our clavicles to the lower part of the face that become wrinkled over time.

Chin dimpling: When chin muscles contract over time, this can cause wrinkles and creases to appear.

These are the most common types of wrinkles that our patients will often look to have treated.

Learn more about anti wrinkle injections in our blog.

Like most good things in life, anti wrinkle injectables are only temporary.

Cosmetic anti wrinkle injections last between 4-6 months. So if you want your skin to stay plump and wrinkle-free long term, more than one treatment cycle is required.

Results are visible after one treatment, but aesthetics do vary between patients depending on how quickly your body processes the toxin.

Learn more about the timelines for anti wrinkle injections in our blog.

Although injectables can last for months, there are things that you can do to prevent wrinkles after your treatment.

Some of the things you can do to help your injectables last longer include:

Hydrating with water: Drinking around 6 to 8 glasses of water daily can help to keep your skin hydrated. This will help to prevent wrinkles returning.

Moisturise and cleanse your skin: Help your skin stay refreshed with delicate cleansers that help to remove dead skin. It is also important to use moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated and wrinkle free. Besides, who wants dry skin anyway?

Eat a healthy diet: The food we eat can also have an impact on the health of our skin. Certain foods, like fish, nuts and seeds, can help to increase the length of time that your injectables will last.

Avoid smoking: In short, smoking is terrible for your skin. Even after treatment, smoking is likely to reduce the lasting effects of the injectables and cause your skin to wrinkle again. Of course, this can be difficult, but by stopping or cutting back, your smooth and wrinkle free face will thank you.

By following the suggestions above, you will help to keep your skin healthy and wrinkle free. Lifestyle choices are the main factors in the formation of wrinkles. By making these changes you will certainly get the most out of your anti wrinkle injectables.

Learn more about protecting your Botox results in our aftercare guide for Botox.

Treatment usually takes around 10 minutes. This will vary depending on the area being treated and the amount of anti wrinkle solution being used.

This procedure is available to adults over the age of 18, and requires a full consultation prior to treatment.

It is important to note that results do vary between patients due to age, lifestyle and medical history. However, this will be covered in your initial consultation before any treatment takes place.

Learn more about anti wrinkle injectables in our blog.

Anti wrinkle injections have been one of the most commonly performed treatments for a while now.

Over the years, anti wrinkle treatments have been getting better and better, offering more and more benefits, including:

• Dramatically reduce the visible signs of ageing, fine lines and wrinkles.
• Quick results in as fast as 24 hours.
• No downtime or recovery period.
• Simple procedure that doesn’t take long.
• Little to no pain at all.

We’ve put together a list of the amazing benefits of anti wrinkle injections to provide more detail for you. 

Learn more about the amazing benefits of anti wrinkle treatments.

Although these injections can cause side effects, they are often temporary and are kept to the injection site.

The most common side effects of anti wrinkle injections include:

• Redness
• Bruising
• Swelling
• Facial pain
• Headache and nausea
• Muscle weakness

All of the above are temporary side effects and will often only last for a few days.

As with most cosmetic treatments, we would recommend a consultation with one of our in-house medical cosmetic professionals to inform you of the potential risks before your first injection.

Learn more about the side effects of anti wrinkle injections in our ultimate guide.

Cost of treatment can vary between patients. Please contact our clinic in Southampton for a consultation and more details on pricing for your chosen treatment.

Every injectable treatment requires a full consultation, including your medical history. This is so that our medical practitioners can tailor your Anti-wrinkle treatment to your unique needs.

Everyones face is different, making every treatment we do unique to each client. One thing that doesn’t change however, is the service and level of treatment we provide.

We only use the most clinically proven methods, with medically certified injectables for your peace of mind.

Book your anti wrinkle treatment consultation with a dermatology professional in Southampton.

We’re a team of highly qualified & trained medical professionals with a vast amount of experience in the medical industry and are CDC registered. This gives us confidence in all the treatments we perform.

We can answer any questions you may have and strive to give you the best experience possible.

At our medical dermatology clinic in Southampton, we provide a safe and professional environment where you can feel at ease before, during and after your treatment.

We understand how medical treatments can sometimes feel daunting, so making you feel comfortable is a fundamental part of our experience.

Contact us to book a consultation and discuss your aesthetic goals with a fully qualified medical expert.