Wrinkle-Relaxing Injections – Botox® Consultations

BOTOX® or Botulinum Toxin A, is a naturally purified protein that works as a muscle relaxant. It prevents muscle contractions and it is often prescribed by doctors in the UK to treat medical conditions such as chronic migraines, eyelid spasms, and even hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating in the armpits). Botulinum Toxin Type A can also be used to delay the ageing process and treat facial lines, frown lines, forehead lines and more.

Determining whether you are suitable for Botulinum Toxin A requires a thorough consultation with our qualified practitioners. Our experts will consider various factors to determine your eligibility for treatment including:

• Your medical history
• Medication use
• Pregnancy/breastfeeding
• Facial muscle strength and structure
• Aesthetic goals
• Realistic expectations
• Age

You may need to repeat your wrinkle relaxing treatment approximately every 3-4 months over a 12-month period to maintain fresh, rejuvenated effects, and a natural appearance. Clinical trials report that some patients who’ve had treatment over 12 months only need further treatments once or twice the following year. this can vary as some individuals may find the effects last longer or shorter.

Your expert practitioner will provide personalised advice in which they assess your specific needs, recommend a treatment plan including determining the optimal timing to administer muscle relaxant injections for your top-up treatment.

The treatment usually takes around 20 minutes. If there’s a little bruising after your wrinkle relaxing injections, you can easily camouflage it with makeup. There is no downtime and you can resume normal activities right away.

It’s understandable to have concerns but choosing a qualified and experienced practitioner like The Cosmetic Skin Clinic team, greatly minimises risks and frozen face appearances associated with muscle relaxant treatments.

We recommend you take the following steps before booking your BOTOX consultation:

1. Research and choose a reputable and qualified practitioner. Look for a strong reputation, positive reviews and qualifications.
2. Consultation is key. Book an initial consultation before any procedure, to allow you to discuss expectations, ask questions and ensure the doctor understands your concerns. At The Cosmetic Skin Clinic, we will provide detailed information and address any doubts you may have.
3. Check credentials. It is important to always verify and ensure your practitioner has the necessary qualifications and are licensed to perform specific treatments. You can find our medical team qualifications on our accreditations page and our meet the team page. The Cosmetic Skin Clinic also have an MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team) Advisory Committee where we regularly meet to develop and approve treatment protocols with safety, quality care and accreditations at the centre of it.
4. Review before and after pictures. It is helpful for you to visualise and know whether that practitioners past patient’s results are what you are looking for.

Our team of expert Botulinum Toxin A injectors use a unique method and create a bespoke treatment plan, specially crafted to enhance your natural features and help you achieve a more defined and refreshed look. We’ll provide detailed explanations, ensuring you feel at ease and relaxed on your treatment day, knowing you are in safe, expert and medically qualified hands.

Botulinum Toxin A has an excellent safety profile across the world. The quantities administered are low, resulting in minimal side effects. If any potential risks do occur, they are temporary and just mild to moderate in nature. These temporary side effects, typically resolving within 48 hours, can include bruising, headache, swelling or flu-like symptoms.

We cannot emphasise strongly enough the importance of having muscle relaxant injections administered by healthcare professionals, specifically doctors and nurses with the necessary qualifications and clinical expertise. While the risk is minimal, the presence of a qualified practitioner in the event of any potential side effects is absolutely paramount. Our handpicked and trained medical practitioners will provide guidance and a safe setting from consultation to final results.

It’s best to avoid sunbathing for at least 24 to 48 hours after your anti-wrinkle injections treatment. While the sun won’t affect the treatment itself, heat and UV exposure can increase the risk of swelling or bruising. To protect your results, stick to the shade, wear SPF, and avoid excessive heat during the initial recovery period.

There are a number of reasons someone might not be able to have anti-wrinkle injections treatment, including:

• Age restriction – this treatment is banned for anyone under 18 years of age.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Individuals who are allergic to any ingredients in Botulinum Toxin A or have had a previous adverse reaction to botulinum toxin injections should not undergo treatment.
• You have a skin infection. It is advisable to postpone anti-wrinkle injections treatment until the infection has cleared.
• You are taking certain medicines – in your consultation, your practitioner will advise you on this.
• Anyone who has a neuromuscular condition. For instance, someone who has myasthenia gravis, may be at increased risk of complications from muscle relaxant injections as it affects the transmission of nerve signals to muscles.

At your consultation, our practitioner will assess and provide all the advice on whether this treatment is appropriate for you.

The price for Botulinum Toxin A will depend on your individual needs, desired results and recommended treatment plan as well as your clinic location and chosen practitioner. Please take a look at our pricelist here or call us on 0371 705 2390 and our team will be happy to talk you through all prices and answer any questions you may have!

BOTOX consultations are available at our Buckinghamshire clinic.

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And at our London, Harley Street clinic is located near Harley Street.

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BOTOX consultations are also available at our Northampton, Bournemouth & Lymington clinics and our sister clinic in Birmingham.

Please find our treatment aftercare advice here.