Wrinkle Treatments

The most common areas for which anti-wrinkle injections are requested include frown lines, forehead lines, facial lines, and crow’s feet (lines around the eyes).

We are also experienced in subtly lifting or reshaping areas of the face, including

• the brow (to reshape and lift),
• forehead lines & forehead wrinkles.
• mild and severe frown lines,
• jaw line (to slim),
• gummy smile (to lower a top lip and reduce the show of the upper gum),
• Marionette area (to lift a droopy smile),
• chin (to reduced dimpled appearance),
• platysmal bands in the neck (to reduce their visibility),
• smokers lines (to reduce fine lines along the upper lip),
• bunny lines (to smooth the sides of the nose).

Botox can also be used to treat excessive sweating.

Botulinum toxin injections have been used medically in the UK since 1977, and within the cosmetic industry for around 20 years. It is a purified protein which is injected to temporarily relax the facial muscles responsible for causing lines and wrinkles.

As the muscles relax, the overlying skin which has been creased tight into fine folds, also relaxes and lines and wrinkles smooth away.

Treatment for lines and wrinkles, or re-contouring of the face, will always begin with a consultation to determine the correct treatment for you. If Botox^® is appropriate, you will have the opportunity to have your treatment on another day, or if you feel fully informed and comfortable to proceed, the treatment can usually be done the same day.

The procedure itself involves only minor discomfort as we use only ultra fine (disposable) needles, and offer numbing cream (although many patients find this unnecessary). The process takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes. Although mild redness and slight swelling is common immediately after treatment, this usually resolves within 30 minutes. Mild bruising is possible, but for the vast majority of patients, there is no real downtime and most will return to work or their usual daily activities immediately.

Effects begin to show between 3 and 14 days following treatment. We invite our patients back after two weeks to review the results, and make any fine adjustments where necessary. This is considered an integral part of the treatment and does not incur any extra charge.

We ask that patients avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, excessive heat (such as saunas) and massage of the treated area for 24 hours post treatment. Beyond that, no special precautions need be taken and you can simply look forward to the results of your treatment taking effect.

Treatment results last an average of 3-4 months, although noticeably longer can be achieved in some cases. It is important to note that Botox^® injections to reduce lines and wrinkles or reshape the face is not a permanent solution. Lines, wrinkles and previous facial form will eventually return and further treatments will be required.

People begin to show signs of ageing at different ages. This is largely dictated by genetics and environmental factors. In addition, what might be a concern for one person, might be attractive or even un-noticed by another. As such there is no right answer to this question.

What is important is that each individual is assessed on account of their own personal concerns, objectives and medical history. At Face Clinic London we have patients in their twenties through to their eighties. We do not offer treatment to patients under the age of 18.

Whilst Botox^® used at Face Clinic London has been rigorously tested and has a robust safety record globally, offered to tens of millions of patients over decades; no injectable treatment is without risk. We recommend that you always seek an appropriately trained and highly skilled Medical Professional to administer any injectable treatment. At Face Clinic London, only fully GMC registered, NHS practising and Save Face accredited Doctors carry out our Botox^® injections.

Treatment with Botox^® and other injectable treatments, is still largely unregulated in the UK, allowing for wide variation in the qualifications and experience of practitioners, and the standard of treatment provided to patients.

At Face Clinic London, a leading cosmetic skin clinic in London, your treatment will always be carried out by a Doctor. Both our Doctors are fully GMC registered, Save Face Accredited, and engage in regular training to remain able, skilled and professional in the treatments they provide. Both our Doctors also work within the NHS and undergo regular appraisal and revalidation.

It is important that you feel comfortable with your Doctor, not only in their ability and knowledge, but also on a personal level. We encourage all our patients to carefully research the practitioner offering them treatment, and only to make an informed decision on proceeding with treatment once they are comfortable with their impression, their experience and their qualifications.