Botox
The effects of
Botox injections last for three to four months. Wrinkles often appear less severe in areas that are retreated this is because the muscles are being trained to relax.
Botox is a drug made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
Botox is actually a brand name commonly used for the cosmetic form of botulinum toxin and is an increasingly popular method of temporarily reducing wrinkles with out surgery.
Botox is used to reduce or eliminate forehead creases, crows feet, frown lines and thick bands in the neck. The
Botox toxin does this by blocking the nerve impulses, temporarily paralyzing the muscles of the area treated. As it is due to muscles contracting that cause wrinkles temporarily paralyzing the muscles results in the skin having a smoother, more refreshed appearance. Research has also indicated that the use of
Botox can relieve muscle spasms in the neck and eyes, excessive sweating and migraine headaches. It is worth noting that wrinkles causes by sun damage will not respond to
Botox treatment. The procedure of receiving
Botox injections can be carried out with in a few minutes and does not require any aesthetic. When undergoing the treatment Botox is injected into specific muscles using a fine needle which only causes minor discomfort. The effects of Botox treatment generally take between three and seven days to be seen fully. It is advised to avoid the intake of alcohol at least a week before treatment, it is also recommended that aspirin and any anti-inflammatory medications be stopped two weeks prior to a Botox treatment to reduce bruising. For more information about our Botox treatments, and any other Botox services that we offer, please feel free to contact one of our
Botox specialists on the details given above.
Dermal Fillers
dermal fillers are being used more often than ever to help reduce the changes that are associated with aging. The aim of
dermal fillers is to return the dermis to the youthful state it was in originally. One advantage of using dermal filler treatments is that the results give a more natural appearance than surgical face-lifts achieve. There are numerous uses for
dermal fillers from enhancing lips, raising depressions caused by scars to reducing or eliminating the appearance of wrinkles as well as replacing soft tissue volume loss. The results can last anywhere from three months to five years which is dependent on the type of filler being used. The effects of collagen fillers provide the shortest duration, with results lasting from three to six months. When the filler Restylane is used the effects last a little longer usually from six months to one year. If using Radiesse the results of the treatment can last for longer than 3 years. It is uncommon to suffer side effects following a dermal filler treatment but can include limited allergic reaction, reactivation of herpes infection, bacterial infection, localized bruising, granuloma formation and ulceration.
dermal fillers are administered via a series of injection, the results are visible immediately with the full effect showing once any bruising or swelling have subsided. A dermal fillers treatment can take up to an hour, with many clients returning to normal daily life immediately. Although if a large area has undergone treatment allow a few days for recovery. For more information on
dermal fillers, you may contact our dermal fillers specialist on the details given above.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening treatments remove stains and discolouration from teeth and improve their shade through a bleaching process. How white the teeth appear after treatment varies from person to person and will depend on which whitening system is used. The majority of people using teeth whitening will experience some sensitivity during and or after treatment, which many describe as sharp, shooting pains from the teeth. This discomforting side effect should settle down after roughly 48 hours and may benefit from the use of a get specifically designed for sensitivity as well as avoiding foods and drinks of extreme temperature. Two popular forms of bleach found involved in teeth whitening treatments are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. Teeth whitening is a very popular treatment, that is being accepted more throughout the UK, and the world as a normal course for teeth to go through. Although more people use a
Teeth whitening process in America than any other country, the technology of teeth whitening is moving forward in almost all the major countries in the world. Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred choice of bleach used within treatments to be carried out in- house with concentrations available from nine to forty percent. Treatments that incorporate carbamide peroxide are often designed for home
Teeth whitening as it has about an third of the strength of hydrogen peroxide and is slower acting. Many factors contribute to our existing tooth shade, are age makes a significant difference to the colour of our teeth as over time teeth darken due to wear and tear and accumulating stains. The colour our teeth are to begin with varies for each individual, some people begin with shades that incorporate yellow, brown where as some peoples teeth are more inclined to be greenish, grey. Usually teeth of yellowish brown shades are more responsive to bleaching than teeth that are greenish grey. For more information about
Teeth whitening you can contact one of our
Teeth whitening specialists on the details above.
Skin Peels
Skin peels are often used to help improve fine lines, which includes laughter lines, brow lines, crinkly skin and crows feet. Skin peels are often used to reduce and remove dark marks, red spots, blocked pores and rough skin that results from acne scarring. It is possible to improve the look of darkened skin patches and spots as well as reduce the size, look and appearance of large pores. Photo-aged and sun damaged outer layers of skin will benefit greatly from skin peel treatments as do age spots and blackheads. Skin peel treatments use the application of a chemical to remove the outer layers of the skin and is safest if used on the face rather than on the hands.
Skin peels are available in three different strengths, the mildest of which is a superficial peel, which is the most commonly used. The superficial peel removes the outer layer of cells and exfoliates the skin creating a healthy glow. The next level is a medium depth skin peel, which works deeper into the skin, and will even out skin colour and tone as well reduce acne scars and small wrinkles. The next stage of
Skin peels is a deep peel, which are not widely available. A deep skin peels penetrates the lower dermal layer of the skin to remove or lessen deeper wrinkles scars and lines.
Wrinkle Treatments
Wrinkles are a natural part of the ageing process, as an individual gets older their facial muscles slacken and their skin becomes less elastic which creates folds and lines called wrinkles. Where facial muscles move is where wrinkles and lines can be found an example of this would be squint lines at the corners of the eyes know n as crows feet. Some environmental factors can accelerate the aging process and cause wrinkles at a much younger age. Smoking, drinking too much alcohol, stress and a poor diet can cause wrinkles to appear at a younger age. Other factors, which contribute to the ageing process, include ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
Wrinkle treatments can be divided into five groups, for milder signs of ageing skin creams and gels containing retinoid may be affective and work by tightening the skin so that fine lines are less visible. Chemical peels work by removing damaged outer layers of skin a use glycolic or lactic acid. Another group of wrinkle treatments are laser facial resurfacing in which a laser is used to remove the outer layers of the skin on the face to stimulate the growth of new collagen fibres, as the area heals the new skin that forms is softer and less wrinkles and scars. Botulinum toxin injections often referred to, as
Botox injections are when a protein is injected into specific facial muscles and has the effect of relaxing the muscle, which reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Dermal fillers is injected into the affected area with a small needle; the effect of this treatment is that the skin appears plumper, fuller and smoother. The most severe group of treatment is
cosmetic surgery and involves lifting up the facial skin and tissues, which results in the face appearing brighter and smoother. For more information on wrinkle treatments, you can call one of our experienced wrinkle treatment specialists to see if a
wrinkle treatment is right for you
Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery is the most drastic of the groups and should not be chosen lightly. Always visit your chosen
cosmetic surgery surgeon and seek more than one opinion. There are many forms of cosmetic surgery and the commonly known ones are discussed here. A tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure that tightens the abdominal muscles and gets rid of any excess fat and skin. Liposuction is another
cosmetic surgery procedure that vacuums fatty deposits from under the skin. Another popular surgery is Rhioplasty, which is nose-reshaping surgery that can correct deformities or make subtle changes for cosmetic surgery purposes. The list of cosmetic surgery procedures available are vast with treatments for the breast and chest area and head and face area it seems that what ever flaw a person has cosmetic surgery can correct it. If you would like more information on
cosmetic surgery, or specifically any cosmetic surgery treatments that we offer our clients, then please do not hesitate to contact us on the details above. We are one of the leading companies in the UK who offer
cosmetic surgery.
Botox | Wrinkle Treatment | Teeth Whitening | Dermal Fillers | Skin Peels | Cosmetic Surgery
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