Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Botulinum toxin type A)
Anti-wrinkle solutions, are a widely popular variety of treatments with a plethora of benefits and uses, the most common of which being to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Over time, levels of collagen and elastin within the skin start to diminish, leading to sagging and wrinkling.
Premature ageing is a common concern for many of us, and is furthered by the overactivity of certain facial muscles, especially when we smile, laugh and frown.
A common misconception is that this treatment paralyses the facial muscles and eliminates facial expression, whereas this simply isn’t the case. We apply only subtle amounts of product to allow the overlying skin to settle and smooth out without stunting facial expression.
We offer the highest level of treatment and care, with beautifully subtle, natural-looking results from each and every anti-ageing treatment. To optimise your results for long-lasting rejuvenation, each treatment is tailored specifically to you.
Bruxism (Jaw Clenching)
Injecting small doses of Botox (botulinum toxin) directly into the masseter muscle (the jaw), weakens the muscle enough to stop habitual grinding of the teeth and clenching of the jaw. This significantly relaxes the muscle and reduces the wear and tear on the teeth due to bruxism (the action of clenching or grinding).
If you tend to grind your teeth, you have a condition people in the medical profession call bruxism. This involuntary behavior can be quite an annoyance for you, and it may even be causing jaw pain, headaches, the wearing away of tooth enamel, gum sensitivity, or chipped teeth. If you've already tried conventional approaches to changing this behavior and have been disappointed in the results, you may be surprised to learn that botulinum toxin has proven effective as a treatment for grinding teeth.
Really? Botulinum Toxin for Jaw Clenching?
Most people are familiar with botulinum toxin to get rid of wrinkles or plump up lips. But recent studies published in Neurology and Pain Research and Management have shown that botulinum toxin's muscle-relaxing properties show promise in stopping jaw clenching and teeth grinding. At least for some time.
According to a study published in Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, evidence has shown that botulinum toxin could help treat various non-cosmetic conditions in addition to bruxism, too. Botulinum toxin paralyzes muscles temporarily, making it equally useful in treating other conditions in the head and face (like facial dystonia) in which certain muscles need to be relaxed.
How Does Botulinum Toxin for Bruxism Work?
If you're treated with botulinum toxin for bruxism, a small amount will be injected into the muscles responsible for moving your jaw – most likely the masseter muscle, which is responsible for chewing. It may also be injected into the frontalis and temporalis muscles according to your specific needs. The botulinum toxin will reduce clenching, and it will also help with any accompanying tension and aches in your head that you may be experiencing. Botulinum toxin usually kicks in about 1 to 3 days after injection (but can take up to two weeks), and the effects could last 3 to 6 months.
GUMMY SMILE
Gummy Smile is when some people smile, their upper lip elevates far above their upper teeth, exposing the gums. This happens due to several causes. One of the cause is hyperactive muscles elevating the upper lip. Occasionally, the gummy smile is also exacerbated by a thin upper lip that further contributes to the problem by exposing the upper gum even more. Fortunately, gummy smile can be simply and effectively corrected by Botulinum toxin injections to reduce the activity of the muscle that elevates the upper lip.
A small amount of Botulinum toxin will be injected at both sides of the junction of nostril and nose to mouth fold to weaken the muscles. Within the next 3-10 days, elevation of the upper lip will gradually become less and your new smile is transformed! You will show less gum and have much more confidence to smile without inhibition. The full result will be achieved 2 weeks after the treatment