Our Wrinkle Reduction method uses a muscle relaxing substance derived from a bacteria to produce temporary reduction in muscle movement
which softens facial lines and wrinkles. It works well for forehead
lines, crow’s feet and frown lines. It is injected directly into the
muscles and weakens the muscle, which in turn lessens the lines of
facial expression. The procedure takes a few minutes only. The
effects are usually noted within 24-48 hours after injection and
lasts 3-6 months.
HYPERHIDROSIS
This is the medical name for excess sweating. The
same muscle relaxing substance is also used
for excess sweating….under arms, palms ,soles, face, head.
The effects will last for 8 to 14 months.
MIGRAINE
PREVENTION
The same substance may assist in Migraine Prevention. It is
thought to work via muscle relaxation and by its anti-nociceptive (anti-pain perception) action.
When Can't
Our Wrinkle Reduction Method be Used?
Non-dynamic wrinkles
and lines from sun damage are best treated by other methods; laser
resurfacing, chemical peels, and collagen injection.
Possible Risks and
Side Effects
No systemic
complications have been reported.
There is a rare
possibility of an allergic reaction.
The most common side
effect is local numbness, swelling, bruising or burning sensation
during injection. Headaches and nausea may occur, and usually go
within a few hours. Any bruising may last several days.
Occasionally mild
drooping of one or both eyelids occurs. This usually begins about
two weeks after treatment and lasts about two to four weeks and is
always reversible.
Rarely, injections
in crow’s feet can weaken the muscles used to close the eyes in
blinking or sleep. Eyedrops and protective ointment would be needed
to protect the eye until the condition resolves.
Extremely rarely,
double vision has been reported this is always reversible.
Contraindications
- Myasthenia
gravis
- Neuromuscular
disease
- Allergy to
human albumin
- Allergy to
muscle relaxing substance derived from a bacteria
- Pregnancy or
breast feeding
- Aminoglycoside
antibiotics
After Treatment
- Do not massage
injected muscles
- Exercise the
muscles every 15 minutes for 1 hour after treatment
Treatment areas may
be reinjected every four to six months. Please phone us on (07) 3262 5341
to make an appointment.
With TGA regulations in
Australia, it is illegal for us to name any cosmetic treatments on
our website. They are class S4 medication to be administered by a
Doctor or Nurse with training. They have approval for cosmetic use
and established safety profile.
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