Have you ever wished that you could simply stop aging in its tracks?  Do you automatically start counting the wrinkles on your face every time you look in the mirror and long for the attractive and vivacious face of your youth?

Stop worrying—we can help. With botox injections we can rejuvenate your face, leaving you looking fresher, more vibrant and feeling more confident than you have in years—and all without cosmetic surgery.

Firstly, it is important to know that botulinum toxin injections (commonly know as botox injections) are the most commonly performed non-surgical cosmetic treatments in the world. In the ‘cosmetic form’ it is commonly known by the trade names, such as Botox/Vistabel or Dysport/Azzalure, and is used for various cosmetic and medical procedures.

Secondly, no matter what scare stories you read or hear, Botox is a very ‘low risk’ treatment.   It is estimated that approximately 3,000 units would kill a human. Within a cosmetic treatment of 3 areas of Botox, we would generally use less than 100 units, thus allowing a very wide safety margin.

How does Botox Work?

There are 4 key steps:

1. Botox blocks the transmission of the chemical acetylcholine from the nerves to the muscle.

2. Acet-yl-cho-line is a neuro-transmitter (works on nerve endings) and it is this chemical which sends a signal to the muscle making it bunch up or stay at ease.

3. With the movement of acetylcholine stopped or notably lessened, the muscle can no longer tighten up and it will therefore relax.

4. Consequently, wrinkles disappear giving us the more youthful appearance we desire.

What Does a Botox Treatment Involve?

You will be asked to frown or smile so muscle movement can be assessed and small dots will be placed on the skin so the Esthetician or Plastic Surgeon know exactly where to place the injection.  As everyone is slightly different this ensures you get the best result for you.  Several injections will then be given.  It will simply feel like a small insect bite and often clients feel no discomfort at all.

How Do We Age?

Ageing is associated with the development of lines and wrinkles caused by many factors such as sun damage, gravity or lifestyle.  We also develop ‘sleep lines’ and lines from the action of muscles.  This is called  ‘hyperfunctional pull’ with facial  lines caused by the ‘pull’ of certain facial muscles on the skin. Botox injections reduce facial lines caused by this hyperfunctional pull. They also are used to contour aspects of the face for example the brows or the chin.

Some of the lines that fit with this hyperfunctional pull  are frown lines on the forehead (called glabella lines) or lines that run from the corner of the lips downwards towards the chin (called marionette lines).  These frown lines can make us look permanently angry, anxious, tired, fearful or sad.  And who wants to look angry or miserable all of the time?

Botox Treatments	Before	After
Before and after Botox Treatments for the eyes

Is Botox for You?

In clinical trials 90% of clients reported there was an improvement in their facial lines.  Botox is suitable for both men and women from their late 20’s to 80’s depending on your skin.  It works best on recent, non-established lines whilst deeper lines may not completely disappear.  A good test is to gently stretch your skin between you fingers.  If the lines disappear you will get a better result than if they don’t completely go. Generally speaking Botox injections as well as dermal fillers work best on those who look after their health and their diet.

It’s worth remembering that Botox Injections are a preferred cosmetic treatment because it’s simple, affordable, and can dramatically improve your appearance instantly. The entire process can be done in our clinic during your lunch time, is non invasive and there is absolutely no recovery time necessary. You can just get straight back to your busy day.

Before your treatment we will always provide you with a full consultation with either our Plastic Surgeon, Mr. Khan or by our Cosmetic Dentist Mr. Rob Jukes accompanied by our Aesthetic Practitioner, Louise Morris.  To us, this is an important part of your treatment – as it’s when we get to listen to what you are looking for and we get to understand what is your overall goal in enhancing the appearance of your skin.

We are then able to recommend the best route for you by identifying the most appropriate course of treatment and product for you.

You can achieve a younger, fresher appearance in just 1-2 weeks.  Initially results may last 2.5 to 3 months and as you continue treatments, the  results will last  longer.

There are a few people for whom Botulinum toxin injections are not an appropriate treatment. Those who are pregnant, suffer with bleeding disorders or have a diseases which  affect muscle activity.