Anti-Wrinkle Injections

What are anti-wrinkle injections?

Anti-wrinkle injections (commonly known as Botox®) are Botulinum Toxin A injections
administered into the specific muscles responsible for facial expressions, such as frowning. These injections temporarily reduce the movement of muscles which can improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles and prevent the formation of new ones. Botox® can also be used in the lower face to correct a gummy smile or dimpled chin.

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What to expect

Botox® involves multiple injections into the target muscles. Needles used are very small and discomfort is minimal. There is no down-time required and only a small risk of localised redness and bruising at injection sites.
The injections take between 2 and 7 days to start working and take 14 days to reach full effect. At this time, you will be offered a review appointment where any necessary tweaks can be made. The duration of results is variable, however most commonly results last 3 - 4 months before movement returns to normal and repeat treatment is required to maintain results.

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Available treatments:

Forehead lines
Frown lines
Crows feet
Gummy smile
Dimpled chin
Downturned smile
Chemical brow lift

Bunny lines
Lip flip
Platysma (Nerfertiti neck lift)
Masseter (Jawline slimming/teeth grinding)
Hyperhydrosis (Under arm sweat control)

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Botox® is a prescription only medication, and therefore a medical review is required prior to treatment. Botox® is a brand name for Botulinum toxin A, other licensed brands are Bocouture, Azzalure, Dysport and Xeomin. Studies have shown equivalent efficacy and duration in all licensed brands. VA clinic uses Botox® and Bocouture.