ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS
(XEOMIN®, BOTOX®, DYSPORT®)
Lines and wrinkles are usually the first sign of ageing that people notice and may be concerned about. Different lines and wrinkles are treated in different ways depending on where they are and how deep they are at rest- but anti-wrinkle injections are our most commonly used treatment for lines and wrinkles and the most common cosmetic enhancement used world wide.
We also use this to treat medical conditions such as hyperhydrosis, blepherospasm (eye twitching), prevention of chronic migraines and many more.
FAQ’s
WHAT IS ANTIWRINKLE/ BOTULINUM TOXIN AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Botulinum Toxin is the most common non surgical cosmetic procedure performed world wide, and is commonly used to treat and soften lines and wrinkles, particularly of the frown, forehead and crows feet/smile lines. It works by temporarily blocking the motor nerve terminal, thereby paralysing the muscle by in which it is injected. You typically start to see results in the first 3-5 days after treatment however it takes 2 weeks to take full effect. Results typically last 3-4 months.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE/ WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME LIKE?
Having botulinum toxin is a fast, safe and effective procedure with little to no downtime required. It is usually done in a 30minute appointment. After treatment you can return to your normal daily activities, we just advise to not do any vigorous exercise for the rest of the day, avoid rubbing the area and facials/ face down massage for 24 hours.
What are the side effects?
Treatments are usually very well tolerated. Mild bruising may occur. Uncommon side effects are usually related to an undesired muscle receiving the botulinum toxin (e.g a droopy eyelid).With careful, accurate injection and sound anatomical knowledge, these adverse effects are extremely rare and they always resolve (the best and worst thing about botulinum toxin treatments is that it is temporary). Once the effect of botox has worn off, your muscles return back to there normal function.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Please see our “Prices” Page.
IS IT SAFE FOR EVERYONE?
Those who are pregnant can not have Botulinum Toxin Treatment. Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis, motor neurone disease and eaton-lambert syndrome should not be treated with Botuinum toxin as it may make symptoms worse. Anyone with allergies to Botulinum Toxin or its constituents should not have Botulinum Toxin Treatment. All botulinum toxins contain serum albumin and so are not suitable for practicing Jehovas Witnesses.
Frown before and 2 weeks after botulinum antiwrinkle injections to frown.
Forehead lines before and 2 weeks after botulinum antiwrinkle injections to frown and forehead.
Frown before and 2 weeks after botulinum antiwrinkle injections to frown and forehead.
Frown before and 2 weeks after botulinum antiwrinkle injections to frown, forehead and crowsfeet.
Before and after light treatment of crows feet
Before and after botulinum treatment to forehead
Before and after botulinum treatment to frown
Before and after botulinum forehead treatment
All images are taken by Dr. Cherie with consistent camera settings and are not retouched in any way.
Botox® is a prescription medicine for the treatment of frown lines , horizontal forehead lines and crow’s feet round the eyes. Botox® has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor if Botox is right for you. If you have side effects, see your doctor. You will need to pay for Botox® and clinic fees will apply. For details on precautions & side effects consult your healthcare professional or the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) at www.medsafe.govt.nz . Botox® treatment lasts about 4 months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Should only be administered by trained medical professionals. (contains botulinum toxin A 50,100 & 200 units) Allergan (NZ) Limited, Auckland.
Dysport® is a prescription medicine for the treatment of frown lines, horizontal forehead lines and crow’s fee round the eyes. Dysport has risks and benefits. Ask your doctor is Dysport is right for you. If you have side effects see your doctor. You will need to pay for Dysport, and clinic fees will apply. For details on precautions & side effects consult your healthcare professional or the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) at www.medsafe.govt.nz Dysport lasts about 4-6 months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Should only be administered by trained medical professionals. Contains 500 units of clostridium botulinum Type A toxin. Galderma (NZ) Limited, Auckland.
Xeomin® is a Prescription Medicine containing 50, 100 units of incobotulinum Type A, purified Botulinum toxin type A complex for injection. It is used for the treatment of frown lines on the forehead, lateral periorbital lines and horizontal forehead lines in adults. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Xeomin treatment lasts about four months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Cautions: people receiving blood thinning medicines, care at the proposed injection sites, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects: headache, pain, swelling or infection at injection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eye lids, lack of feeling & nausea. Treatment last for up to 4 months. You will need to pay for this medicine. Discuss with your specialist if Xeomin is right for you. For more information or for a copy of CMI please contact the NZ distributor: Merz, Sydney. Distributed by Healthcare Logistics, Auckland