What are Anti-Wrinkle Treatments?

Anti-wrinkle treatments are muscle relaxing injections which smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. They block the nerve impulses from reaching the area so the muscle relaxes and the skin overlying the muscle looks smoother and wrinkle free.

But as they relax muscle activity, they can also be used to treat a 'gummy' smile, relax a jaw muscle, or even other muscles in your neck or shoulders. They also have an effect on sweat glands so can be used to great effect if excess sweating is a problem.

The difference between treating men and women with anti-wrinkle treatments

The main difference between men and women when it comes to wrinkle relaxing treatment is science. Men age differently to women and it's due to the differences in sex hormone levels: testosterone and oestrogen.

While both men and women seek to address signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines, men typically have thicker skin and more prominent facial features, which can impact the choice of treatment techniques and product formulations. For example, men require higher doses of anti-wrinkle treatment to achieve optimal results due to their larger muscle mass and deeper facial creases.

Areas Suitable for Anti-Wrinkle Treatment

- Frown Lines
- Forehead
- Crows Feet
- Lip Flip
- Armpits for excess sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
- Downturned Smile (muscles pulling mouth down when smiling)
- Masseters (jaw muscles)
- Gummy Smile
- Neck (Platysma)
- Eyebrow Lifts
- Bunny Lines
- Marionette Lines
- Trapezius
- Chin Dimples

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What to expect?

It takes up to 2 weeks to see the full effect of anti-wrinkle treatments. For this reason a follow up review appointment is always offered 2-3 weeks later. At this appointment any ‘top-ups’ can be carried out (free of charge if deemed necessary), and post op photos will be taken for your records.