Anti-wrinkle Injections have been proven to be an effective treatment for a variety of medical conditions over the last 20 years and have been used cosmetically for more than 10 years. They are one of the most widely researched medicines in the world, with an excellent safety record.

Deeper lines which have been there for a long time may not be removed completely. Anti-wrinkle Injections may be used to relax the muscles and soften the line and then dermal filler may also be used to replace lost volume in certain cases.

The most common side-effect is bruising so medications that increase the risk of this, such as anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. ibuprofen or aspirin), or Vitamin E should be avoided for 48 hours prior to treatment. If you are taking these medications on the advice of a medical professional please seek their advice prior to witholding. Other reported side-effects are itching, tingling or headache, all of which are temporary.

 Contraindications to treatment are allergy to anti-wrinkle injections or eggs, infection at the proposed injection site, muscle disorders such as Myasthenia Gravis, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, pregnancy and breast feeding.