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FAQ's
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What are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?Anti-wrinkle injections contain a naturally occurring protein that causes the muscles of the face to relax, smoothing out wrinkles. Anti-wrinkle injections are the UK’s most popular cosmetic treatment for the removal of wrinkles and it is also a fairly quick procedure to carry out. Procedure time usually takes around 30 minutes, which means it can even be completed before or during the working day. There are very little side effects with this treatment, which means that patients can return back to work almost immediately. The sensitivity of the face will last usually an hour.
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Do anti-wrinkle injections hurt?This is a non-surgical treatment, therefore, the procedure is largely pain-free. If you are uncomfortable with needles, then there you may feel mild discomfort which is experienced due to the small needle injection involved.
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Who is suitable for anti-wrinkle injections?Anti-wrinkle injections are suitable for patients that wish to reduce the appearance of forehead lines, frown lines or wrinkles around their eyes. We are often asked where anti-wrinkle injections should be applied to reduce the signs of ageing, this is different for every patient, however, the most popular places are: The forehead/brow Between the eyes Sides of the eyes
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What are the possible side effects?Some of the side effects which are associated with Anti-wrinkle injections are short-lived and mild, the most common being mild bruising to the site of the injection. Some patients also report mild headaches shortly after the treatment, but these usually subside within 24 hours.
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Are anti-wrinkle injections safe?Anti-wrinkle injections have been used for many years. Since their introduction, four decades ago anti-wrinkle injection treatments have become a very popular to treat hyperhidrosis, relax muscles, and achieve different cosmetic results. Anti-wrinkle injections are safe when they are completed by a trained medical practitioner. Medical practitioners must have the appropriate training to complete this non-surgical treatment, the risks are extremely minimal.
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How long do anti-wrinkle injections last?The duration of the results lasts for around 3 – 4 months. We advise all of our patients that during the first year of Anti-wrinkle injections treatment, you may need to have the treatment done approximately 3 times. After the first year of Anti-wrinkle injections treatments, it is suggested that you have Anti-wrinkle injections applied only twice per year, this allows muscle recovery time. If you are continually having the treatment, it may only need to be applied once a year. One of the main benefits of having this cosmetic treatment completed is that you can immediately see the results of the anti-wrinkle injections.
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What are dermal fillers?The most popular dermal fillers used today are made of a material using hyaluronic acid based products, such as those in the Juvéderm range manufactured by Allergan. These hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are non-permanent, meaning that they are reabsorbed into the body over time. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that is found in body tissues, and it has been used safely in general medical applications for several decades.
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How do dermal fillers work?Throughout the ageing process we lose some of the skin’s ‘building blocks’ such as collagen and fat, which are the materials that prevent to skin becoming loose and saggy, allowing fine lines and wrinkles to appear. As we age, our skin becomes thinner and more visible lines and wrinkles start to appear. The facial bones and fat pads begin to shrink accelerating the creation of folds and deep wrinkles. The dermal filler acts as a replacement for the lost fat and helps to restore our skin to its former youthful appearance. The material is carefully injected into different layers of the skin depending on the type of filler selected and the patient’s needs. Dermal fillers are available in different thicknesses and viscosity that match to the patients needs. The thicker products are generally reserved for deep folds or wrinkles, whilst smoother product is used to plump out fine lines and wrinkles.
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What are the benefits of dermal fillers?Dermal fillers are not permanent, so as our faces and perceptions of beauty may change overtime, patients can reassess their needs. At VIVI Beauty & Aesthetics we only use Juvéderm fillers, which are FDA approved for their safety and effectively. There is a range of Juvéderm Fillers to use for varying applications. For example, thicker material such as Voluma are used to add volume to sunken cheeks and less defined chins, to reshaping the tip of a person’s nose, and the Juvéderm Ultra range comes in varying thicknesses, allowing greater precision, and are long-lasting. Dermal fillers are often the preferred treatment to cosmetic surgery because of the risks associated with general anaesthetics and cosmetic surgery and their cost effectiveness. Results are instant: patients can see how much they like the treatment as it progresses and can request for a more dramatic effect if they desire at the time of treatment.
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What does the dermal filler procedure involve?At consultation the practitioner will take details of patient medical history, current medication and complete a care plan, having discussed the patient’s requirements and expectations. The practitioner will then be in a position to advise treatment options and make individual treatment recommendations. At the consultation patients will be provided with cost of investment for the treatment options provided. The practitioner will provide the risks associated with injectable treatments in writing. Patients can then reflect on what has been said and be given written treatment information. Treatments generally take between 30 – 45 minutes. A topical anaesthetic cream will be applied prior to appointment to maximise patient comfort during the procedure. The Juvéderm product, unlike the majority of fillers on the market, has local anaesthetic in the solutions, making the treatment more comfortable. After having the injection, the practitioner will give patients aftercare advice and information.
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What areas can dermal fillers treat?Typical areas that can be treated are: Nasolabial lines or folds, which run from each corner of the nose to the corner of the mouth. Smile lines appearing on the cheeks. Lip plumping is an extremely popular request by growing number of women purely looking to enhance their natural appearance, as opposed to an anti-ageing solution. Cheek Volumising can create improved definition of the face that is lost over the years through the ageing process, giving sunken or flat cheeks. As we get older our facial bones shrink causing skin folds to appear. Building up our cheek bones using dermal fillers such as Juvéderm or Sculptra is an effective way of combating these imperfections. Deep forehead wrinkles, frown and crow’s feet can be treated using dermal fillers, however many patients with fine wrinkles are best treated using Botox. Wrinkled hands are often the most likely visible sign of ageing and difficult to conceal. Juvéderm Hydrate revitalises hands for a more youthful appearance. Juvéderm Hydrate is not a dermal filler or volumiser, but a treatment specifically designed to improve skin hydration and elasticity in the face, neck, décolletage, and hands. It effectively replenishes depleted levels of hyaluronic acid in the skin to restore a natural, healthy glow.
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