Anti-wrinkle injections are an extremely versatile treatment, mainly used to treat the upper face including the forehead, frown lines and around the eyes. Anti-wrinkle injections relax facial muscles by temporarily blocking their nerve impulses, thus reducing muscle contraction.
Administered in controlled doses by a professional clinician, they soften facial expressions and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Anti-wrinkle Injections at Umi Clinic in Petersfield
- Delivered by a highly experienced team of clinicians.
- Experience in providing hundreds of anti-wrinkle injection treatments.
- Gentle technique using a micro-fine needle to minimise discomfort and swelling.
- An approach to facial rejuvenation that achieves natural-looking results.
- Expert consultation, personalised treatment plan and comprehensive aftercare advise.
Meet our Aesthetics Clinician
During your consultation, Dr Bita Farzad, who is based at our brand new Umi Clinic in Petersfield, near Guildford and Godalming in Surrey and Havant in Hampshire, will carry out a detailed facial analysis to assess if anti-wrinkle injections are right for you. Her expertise is in helping you achieve a subtle and natural younger appearance. Dr Farzad and her team of health professionals have the clinical background and knowledge of facial anatomy to deliver your treatment safely – you are in safe hands.
ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS AT A GLANCE
PROCEDURE TIME
approximately 30 minutes
DURATION
2-6 months, on average 3-4 months
DOWNTIME
Few hours (very occasional bruising can take a couple of weeks to resolve)
ANAESTHETIC
Optional numbing cream
Anti-wrinkle Injections FAQs
During your aesthetics consultation we will carry out a medical history check, assess the areas of concern and agree upon a treatment plan to suit your needs. At your treatment appointment, our clinician at Umi Clinic will take you through the consent form and also take some pre-treatment photographs. The treatment area will be prepared and the injections will be administered according to your treatment plan. You will then be given aftercare advice.
Anti-wrinkle injections can be used on the upper facial areas to treat frown and forehead lines, as well as laughter lines or crow’s feet. They can also be used to tighten the jowls, lift the eyebrows, correct a downturned mouth, horizontal lines on the neck and improve fine lines above the upper lips.
After the injections, you will not see the results immediately as this usually takes a few days. It can take up to a week for the anti-wrinkle injections to work.
Any swelling, redness or minor bruising will usually subside soon after your anti-wrinkle treatment. Do not rub or touch the treated areas for the first 2 hours after anti-wrinkle injections. Try to remain upright for the following 4 hours and for the following 48 hours please avoid strenuous exercise, alcoholic drinks, extreme heat or sunbeds. Information on aftercare will be given at your consultation at Umi Clinic and please feel free to ask any questions you may have.
This can vary from person to person as individual biochemistry affects the duration of results. It also depends on the area of treatment, however generally speaking results last approximately 3 to 4 months.
Side effects and downtime vary depending on the treatment used. Some treatments carry the risk of temporary localised redness, tenderness, swelling, and bruising to the treatment site. These side effects if they occur are usually minimal, redness and swelling usually resolving within a days after treatment.
The injections are quick and relatively painless and feel like a tiny pin prick. Our aesthetics clinician Dr Bita Farzad is renowned for her gentle approach and injection techniques that minimise discomfort and bruising.
Anti-wrinkle injections are different from dermal fillers. Anti-wrinkle injection treatment relaxes the underlying muscles while a dermal filler is used to fill in lines and restore lost volume. The two treatments are often used together to achieve a more dramatic result. You will have the chance to discuss what is best for you and what you hope to achieve with our experienced clinician at Umi Clinic.
