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Wrinkle Relaxers (Botulinum)

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What are wrinkle relaxers?

Anti-wrinkle injections can be used in many areas of the face to reduce wrinkles and correct other issues such as a square jaw or gummy smile. They can also be used to reduce excessive sweating in the armpits – the possibilities are endless!

 

Expression lines such as crow’s feet and frown lines on the forehead and between the brows are caused by overactive muscle movements repeatedly creasing the skin. Treatment involves the use of a purified protein produced by a type of bacterium, a minimal amount of the protein is injected into selected muscles, temporarily reducing the contractions that cause the permanent frown lines.

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Wrinkle Relaxers Procedure?

Procedure time

20-30 minutes

Common treatment areas

Upper face (frown lines, forehead, crows feet)

Pain and discomfort

mild discomfort at the time of injection only

Time off work

None, injection marks settle within a few hours.

Sports & exercise

can be commenced the next day without restrictions

Anaesthesia

not required

Additional areas

Lower face (jaw slimming, corners of mouth, smokers line, neck)

Risks (rare)

facial weakness, eyelid droop, asymmetry, headache, and heaviness to brows. Approximately 1% chance of temporary eyebrow drop, eyelid drop or dry eyes/double vision. No risks of permanent damage.

Follow up appointments

12-14 days following the procedure

Results

takes approximately 1-2 weeks for full results and they usually last 3-4 months (sometimes up to 6 months)

What is the procedure?

The procedure itself, usually takes ten to twenty minutes to carry out and the discomfort is minimal as very fine needles are used. Also, no recovery time is involved and the results are noticed within 7-10 days.

 

The skin around the treated area will look smoother and less wrinkled. The upper third of the face is where the best results are obtained; the crow’s feet (around the eyes), the wrinkles and the frown lines between the brows and on the forehead. Due to the results of the treatment, many patients report that they are feeling more relaxed as frowning reduces. However, the results are not permanent; it is normal procedure to repeat the treatment every 3 – 4 months to maintain and build on the results.

Faq's

Frequently Asked Questions

Wrinkle relaxers are relatively painless as the injections are performed using a very fine needle. Patients therefore and do not require any anaesthesia.

It can take about 2-14 days to see the full effects after the initial treatment. The cosmetic effects can last up to six months but typically range from three to four months. Eventually most people require re treatment as the wrinkles reappear.


However in some treated areas (such as frown wrinkles), the wrinkles may return less severe after repeated treatments as the unconscious muscle contraction habit is broken. We offer all our patients a free two week follow up appointment to assess the effect of treatment and administer any top up treatments if necessary.

Wrinkle relaxers can be used for migraine relief and for excessive sweating as well as wrinkle relaxing.
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I booked an appointment with Achieve Health because I’d been having ongoing pain in my left shoulder and was seen by Rosie Nang. Rosie was brilliant from the start. She took the time to properly assess me, listen to what I was experiencing and work out where the pain was actually coming from. She used deep tissue massage and exercises to help release the tension, and I’ve already noticed a difference. I’d also been having some pain in my forearm, which I thought was tennis elbow, but Rosie explained that it was actually tense muscles and tendons. I’m really glad I mentioned it! What I appreciated most was that Rosie followed up with me a few days later to see how I was getting on. It was such a lovely touch and made me feel genuinely cared for rather than just like another customer. The treatments can definitely leave me feeling a bit sore afterwards, but I really enjoy my sessions with Rosie and feel like I’m in good hands. I’d definitely recommend Rosie and Achieve Health!
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I had a really positive experience with Matthew for physiotherapy on my shoulder. From the very first session, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely attentive to my concerns. Matthew took the time to understand the problem properly and explained everything clearly, which made me feel confident that I was in good hands. His treatment was tailored to my needs, and he was patient throughout the process. I noticed a significant improvement in my shoulder mobility and discomfort as the sessions progressed. What really stood out was Matthew's professionalism, friendly manner, and commitment to helping me recover properly. I would highly recommend Matthew to anyone looking for an excellent physiotherapist, particularly for shoulder problems.
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Iv been coming to see Jezzie for a few weeks now and Im thoroughly impressed with the improvements Iv seen in myself. I initially lost all hope in ever having full recovery but her knowledge and push has restored my faith. She has carried out various treatments on me all have which contributed in the range and movement I now have in my leg and shoulder. She utilises each session to the fullest (various treatments and exercises) which is something that stands out for me. The clinic is also very clean and welcoming. I really am pleased I chose achieve health and mostly have Jezzie as my physiotherapist
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I come to this practice with very bad pain from both sides of my legs and sciatica. After couple of weeks treatment which received from Cameron Fernandez. I am completely changed man. I still have pain of sciatica but I am hopeful it disappear very soon. Cameron is a fantastic guy, and I am sure I will find solutions for my sciatica. Once again thanks a lot Cameron.
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I can’t recommend Jezzie highly enough. Within about five minutes of assessing me, she’d pinpointed exactly what was wrong, identified the true source of the pain (which I hadn’t even been able to find myself), located all the pressure points, and explained everything in a way that made complete sense. Most importantly, she put together a realistic treatment plan that I actually felt I could stick to. Yes, I had to stop running for a couple of weeks, but she gave me targeted strengthening exercises and practical advice on managing the pain while I recovered. Less than two months later, I’ve gone from not being able to sit comfortably for more than 30 minutes to being back doing leg and glute strengthening exercises and gradually returning to running with a structured, guided plan. What really impressed me was that Jezzie looked beyond the injury itself. She assessed my running gait and realised my trainers also needed attention. Today, she had me running my fastest kilometres in over a year—and I’m still not even fully recovered! If you’ve got a niggle, don’t ignore it. These guys genuinely know what they’re doing. I’m naturally quite sceptical, so it takes a lot to impress me, but I have been completely blown away by the care, expertise and results. Thank you, Jezzie!