Consultation for Lines & Wrinkles

The treatment is injected into a muscle which activates a process called selective muscle denervation.

This is when the neuromuscular junction – where the nerve and muscle meet – has its receptors blocked from a neuro transmitter called acetylcholine: the chemical which forces the muscle to contract.

Therefore, even though the nerve continues to send a signal which requests movement, the tissue does not receive the instruction and the muscle remains still.

Anti-wrinkle treatments relax the muscle that causes skin to crease, making wrinkles fade or disappear altogether.

Over 3-5 months, the muscle gradually grows new receptors and is able to contract again.

Anti -wrinkle treatments are most effective in the correction of lines which are formed from dynamic muscle contractions alone. Because the underlying muscle doesn’t move, the skin above it no longer creases. Therefore, anti -wrinkle treatments are most effective in frown and laughter lines.

• Anti- wrinkle treatments do not remove wrinkles which are present at rest when there is no muscle movement, although it may soften them.
• Anti-wrinkle treatments need to be maintained every 3-5 months.

Botulinum toxin is a prescription drug and must be prescribed by a qualified medical prescriber. It should administered by a clinician who is trained to perform the procedure safely.

• Anti-wrinkle treatments are used to relax wrinkles in the upper half of the face.
• Dermal fillers plump areas of lost volume, such as nose-to-mouth lines, or to enhance lips.

Results can be seen after 3-7 days with optimum results seen at 2 weeks. As bruising may occur, it is best to schedule appointments 2 weeks before an event.

The improvements last about 3 to 4 months, although sometimes longer.

• When treating fine lines and wrinkles, a nurse injector injects very small amounts if treatment into targeted muscles on the face or neck. This temporarily relaxes the targeted muscles, causing fine lines and wrinkles to diminish. The effect lasts about 3 to 4 months — and sometimes longer.
• When treating excessive sweating, nurse injector injects directly into the skin on the underarm. A single treatment can provide up to 6 months of relief from excessive sweating.

We want patients to look natural. To do this, a nurse injector will inject just enough to weaken and relax the targeted muscles without affecting other muscles. This allows patients to maintain their natural facial expressions.

Treatments can be repeated after a 3 -month period. This is usually the time at which excessive sweating or lines and wrinkles return, although his can happen earlier and is very much dependent upon the individual. With repeat treatment for lines and wrinkles, there can be an accumulative effect, leading to longer-lasting results.

Most people return to the everyday activities immediately. As soon as you leave the treatment room, you can apply makeup.

To prevent the injected substance from spreading to areas where you do not want it, you’ll need to take a few precautions:

• For the first 2 hours after treatment, it’s important not to rub the affected areas.
• For the succeeding 24 hours, don’t engage in any vigorous exercise, drink alcohol or experience prolonged sun exposure – whether natural or artificial.
• If you apply makeup, take care not to press or rub it in.
• This treatment has no recovery time, there is little aftercare required. Immediately following treatment, you can enhance its effects by gently moving the treated area with mild facial exercises.

If a patient develops side effects, these tend to be mild and temporary. The treatment can cause mild side effects. For example, a patient may occasionally bruise. If this happens, the bruising lasts about 1 week.

After receiving injections, people have experienced:

• Swelling
• Redness
• Soreness
• Bruising
• Mild headache (uncommon)
• Weakness in a neighbouring muscle, leading to a temporarily droopy brow or eyelid (rare)
• Signs and symptoms of botulism, including problems breathing, swallowing, or speaking (very rare)

Yes, one of the most effective uses of botulinum toxin outside of wrinkle treatment is for the masseter muscle, located at the angle of the jaw. Injecting into this area can help soften a square jawline, relieve symptoms of bruxism (teeth grinding), and reduce tension headaches caused by jaw clenching. Over time, it may also slim the lower face, creating a more contoured appearance while still preserving natural movement.

Yes,  by targeting the overactive masseter muscles responsible for a wider or more angular jawline, botulinum toxin gradually reduces muscle bulk in the area. This creates a slimmer, more contoured appearance to the lower face, often referred to as the “V-shape” effect. Results become more noticeable after several weeks and continue to refine with regular treatment.

Yes, injecting botulinum toxin into the masseter muscle can provide significant relief for those suffering from tension-type headaches or jaw-related migraines. Overactive masseter muscles caused by chronic clenching or teeth grinding place stress on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and surrounding muscles, which can radiate discomfort across the face, temples, and neck. By relaxing the masseter, this treatment reduces the intensity and frequency of muscular tension, often leading to fewer headache episodes and a noticeable improvement in daily comfort.

Most patients begin to feel relief from clenching or tension within 7-10 days of treatment. Facial slimming effects typically appear gradually over 4-6 weeks, with full muscle reduction developing across multiple sessions for optimal aesthetic results.

Yes, while the masseter muscle is partially relaxed, normal functions like chewing, talking, and smiling are preserved. You may notice a slight difference in bite strength initially, but this typically resolves as the surrounding muscles adjust.