Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Anti-wrinkle injections have been shown to lead to a:

• Preventative reduction of excessive expression lines that can lead to permanent wrinkles.

• Reduction of vertical frown line between the eyebrows

• Reduction of horizontal worry lines on the forehead.

• Reduction of crow’s feet at the side of the eyes.

• Reduction of bunny lines on the nose

Anti-wrinkle injections are introduced into the skin via small injections using a very fine needle. Injections are placed in targeted muscles and are usually well tolerated. The number of injections may range from 5 to 20 and depending on the areas treated. No local anaesthetic is needed as the sting is not intense and only transient.

Immediately after injections, redness and less commonly, bruising can occur at the injection site.

This usually settles over 24 to 48 hours. Make up can be applied immediately after treatment. Results usually last 3 to 4 months after treatment. 

In older patients, temporary drooping of the brow may occur if too much relaxation of the horizontal forehead lines is performed. This tends to settle gradually over a few weeks. 

Minor and temporary drooping of the eye or eyes can occur in 1% of patients. This usually lasts 2 to 3 weeks and can be corrected with prescription eyedrops. Similarly, temporary double vision can occur in 1% of the population.

Rarely, a transient headache may occur. It is useful to remember that the above unwanted side effects are uncommon and temporary.

We do not treat you with Anti-wrinkle injections if you are:

• Pregnant or breast feeding

• Under 18 years old

• Individuals with a history of stroke, paralysis, nerve, or muscle disease.

• Anyone with emotional, mental, or medical condition that can impair judgement.

• Anyone with a history of significant adverse reactions to these injections.

We advise, if possible, to stop blood thinners such as fish oil, aspirin, non-steroidal antiinflammatory medications, such as neurofen up to 5 days prior to treatment. However, it is not necessary to stop, if these medications are for established medical conditions.

HCDL is owned and operated by Dermatologists who are recognised at the most experienced and highly trained doctors in the area of skin. The Dermatologists at HCDL have extensive experience in facial anatomy, surgery and facial aesthetics.  

At you initial consultations your dermatologist or nurse practitioner will take the time to discuss your goals with you and answer any questions you may have. It is our goal to provide natural looking results and soften facial lines, not to make you look overdone. We will ensure you have short-term planning including optimal dosing and anti-wrinkle injection placement, as well as long-term treatment to refine your aesthetic outcomes.

If you have any further questions, or would like to book in for an anti-wrinkle injection consultation please contact our reception staff on (02) 40037693.