 What is used?
A highly purified preparation of a nerve paralysing toxin produced by the Botulin bacterium. Its application to treat facial lines has developed from initial use in eyelid disorders.
What areas are suitable for treatment?
Anti-wrinkle injections can be is used on areas of the face such as frown lines and crows feet that are caused by the action of underlying tiny facial muscles. It has less effectiveness or use in the lower face. Anti-wrinkle injections paralyse the muscles that are causing wrinkles. Once the muscle that is causing the wrinkles is relaxed, the lines soon become less pronounced.
After treatment the overlying skin remains smoother and less wrinkled while the untreated facial muscles contract normally. Treatment does not produce numbness or disturbance of sensation as there is completely safe.
How is the treatment performed?
Treatment is performed using a fine needle. A small amount is injected into the desired area. The sensation is likened to an insect bite and no local anaesthetic is required. Several injections are needed for each treatment.
Treatment takes approximately 10 minutes and is performed by Dr Drielsma in his rooms. You can resume normal activities immediately.
How long does it last?
The effects last for 3-6 months. The results are usually evident about three days after treatment although can take up to 1 week to work maximally.
You will be informed of a few minor precautions following treatment such as not rubbing the treated area for a couple of days to prevent it getting into the upper eyelid.
Are there any risks?
Theoretically, treatment can improve any wrinkle caused by muscular contraction. Generally, it is not recommended for use in areas other than the forehead and around the eyes as it can produce an unwanted effect, for example, droopiness of the mouth.
Rarely, drooping of an eyelid or altered facial expression can be experienced. This should return to normal. As the effects of the treatment are not permanent, any side effects should be temporary.
Minor short lived bruising and swelling may be experienced at the injection site.
Can other procedures be performed at the same time?
Other treatments can be used concurrently, such as dermal fillers to optimise the result you are after.
General Information
Should there be any questions regarding anti-wrinkle treatment, be sure they are answered in advance by Dr Drielsma. The above information mentions only some of the benefits and complications of a treatment. This information should not be regarded as a substitute for information and advice provided by Dr Drielsma during consultation.
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