Anti-Wrinkle Injections

What Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Botulinum toxin is a nerve inhibitor which is used medically to relax muscles via injection therapy. When injected into specific facial muscles, those muscles contract far less, thus reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Botulinum toxin also plays an important role in the prevention of new wrinkles forming.

Why Have Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

As the years pass by, skin loses elasticity and volume, which combined with muscle activity, mean wrinkles and lines become inevitable. These issues can be safely and effectively addressed by the careful administration of botulinum toxin (Botox) into the facial muscles. Typical treatment areas are the upper part of the face and include frown lines, crow’s feet and horizontal forehead lines. When administered by a specialist, the results are subtle yet noticeable with smoother skin whilst maintaining a natural appearance. 

Consultation and Treatment Plan:

A detailed initial consultation with the doctor is key to ensuring great results. The consultation includes your medical history, examination and the opportunity to discuss what you would like to achieve. Based on this, the doctor will establish a bespoke treatment plan to help you realistically achieve your aesthetic goals.

You may be advised to have different treatments over a period of time to gradually achieve optimal results. This is the safest approach and enables the doctor and client to work together to achieve great results.

Treatment:

Treatment involves a series of injections, using fine needles, into the muscles of the targeted areas. The procedure is not painful (some may liken it to a sting), it is relatively quick and local anaesthetic is not required. There may be some redness and swelling post-treatment however this usually subsides after a few hours. Occasionally there may be bruising at the injection site. Aftercare is emailed following treatment and clients are advised to contact the clinic if they have any queries following their treatment. We offer complimentary post treatment reviews should any clients wish to discuss their results with their doctor.

Results:

Unlike dermal fillers which show immediate results, anti-wrinkle injection treatment can take up to ten days to be fully effective. At this stage there will be a visible smoothing out of lines and wrinkles. Clients are advised not to test the results with repeated frowning as this is working against the effect of the Botox.

The results of treatment are cumulative and it is typical for results to be more pronounced following the second or third treatment session. Please note, whilst deep lines will not be eliminated by botulinum toxin, they will be visibly reduced and smoothed. Realistic results will be discussed during the initial consultation.

Maintenance of Results:

Due to the quality of the Botox used in the clinic, results typically last for between three to four months. Clients are advised to return to the clinic at either three or four monthly intervals for follow-up treatment. The benefits of anti-wrinkle injections are temporary and will gradually wear off in the absence of maintenance treatment. Regular treatment is key to maximising the long-term effectiveness of the results.

If you would like to book a consultation for anti-wrinkle injections or to discuss the treatments on offer, contact The Artemis Clinic on 020 8777 1500 or send us an email at office@artemisclinic.co.uk

Excessive Sweating is an uncomfortable condition that affects 3% of the UK population and is typically associated with the underarms. Botulinum toxin (Botox), administered via injection to the underarm area, is a proven treatment for this condition and can simply and safely banish excessive sweating for up to a year.

Consultation:

A detailed initial consultation with the doctor is key to ensuring optimal results. The consultation includes your medical history, examination and the opportunity to discuss what you would like to achieve. Based on this, the doctor will establish a bespoke treatment plan to help you address your hyperhidrosis concern.

Treatment for Hyperhidrosis:

Treatment involves a series of injections, using fine needles, into the underarm area. The procedure is not painful, it is relatively quick and local anaesthetic is not required. There may be some redness and swelling post-treatment however this usually subsides after a few hours. Occasionally there may be bruising at the injection site. Clients are advised to contact the clinic if they have any queries following their treatment. We offer complimentary post treatment reviews should any clients wish to discuss their results with the doctor.

Results:

There is no downtime following Botox treatment for excessive sweating and the results are immediate.

Cost:

• Underarm 1 side – £300
• Underarm 2 sides – £500

If you would like to book a consultation for Botox treatment for excessive sweating or to discuss the treatments on offer, contact The Artemis Clinic on 020 8777 1500 or email office@artemisclinic.co.uk

The consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of respective treatment if it takes place within four weeks of the consultation. If indicated, there may be the option of treatment at the time of the consultation.

Book a consultation online via our website www.artemisclinic.co.uk

To book a consultation over the phone or for further information regarding anti-wrinkle Botox treatment at our West Wickham clinic, call 020 8777 1500 or email your query to office@artemisclinic.co.uk

Late cancellation policy: There is no late cancellation fee if you change or cancel your appointment more than 24 hours in advance. Under this time, any cancellations or non-attendances will be charged and deposits and pre-payments will be used. Deposits and pre-payments are non-transferrable between clients.

Before embarking on non-surgical injectable treatments, the following points should be considered to ensure the treatment you receive is safe, you achieve the desired results and avoid complications:

• Who is doing the treatment, how experienced are they, what is their profession and their qualifications?
• What product is being used for treatment and how long has it been on the market? Are the long term effects known? Cheaper prices often mean cheaper anti-wrinkle products are used for injecting.
• What type of premises are the treatments being offered from? Anti-ageing injectables are medical procedures and the environment in which they are administered should reflect this.
• Avoid special offers and surprisingly cheap prices. It against regulations to offer special offers and discounts in relation to prescribed medicines. Your service provider should have regard for regulations.

Can I discuss my options with the doctor before committing to treatment?
It is important to be comfortable with all aspects of treatment prior to proceeding and committing to anti-ageing injectables. As such, we offer initial consultations with our doctors to discuss your suitability for Botox treatment and also to give you a projection of the realistic results that you should expect to achieve. 

How qualified is the practitioner?

All consultations, treatments and reviews for anti-wrinkle injections at The Artemis Clinic are with either Mr Spencer Hodges, consultant maxillo-facial surgeon, or Dr Jiten Kalyan, GP with a special interest in aesthetics and skin treatments. Our clients are in the hands of experienced doctors of the highest calibre.

What is the quality of the products used for treatment?

The quality of the products used for treatment is paramount for safety and also in order to achieve natural, long-lasting results. The product used by doctors at The Artemis Clinic for anti-wrinkle injections is Botox.

Botox, the brand name for botulinum toxin and produced by Allergan, is the original neurotoxin product in the aesthetic market. It remains the highest quality product in this field and is supported by robust clinical evidence including a wealth of double blind placebo controlled clinical trial data. A vast number of patients have been treated with Botox over a long period of time with reproducible and predictable outcomes.

What happens to the injected products as the benefits are wearing off?

The botulinum toxin will gradually be degraded by the body’s own mechanism and will disappear without residue. Once the Botox fully wears off, the results of treatment will also fully and gradually disappear.

Is there any after care?

Post treatment after care advice is emailed to clients following their treatment at the clinic. We offer post treatment reviews should any client wish to discuss the results of their Botox treatment with the doctor.

Mr Spencer Hodges is a highly regarded and

experienced consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon, with a passion for treating conditions of the face, mouth, neck and jaws with precision to obtain the best aesthetic outcomes. 

A leading surgeon in his field, Mr Hodges was a consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon at King’s College Hospital for over 10 years before becoming a full time private oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

An experienced teacher of surgeons at all stages of their career, Mr Hodges also provides regular training and talks to GPs and dentists. He also acts as a scientific paper reviewer for the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and has been widely published in the maxillofacial surgery arena.

He is currently a fellow of –

• The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• The Royal College of Surgeons of England
• The dental faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

In addition to practicing at The Artemis Clinic, he also sees patients at Harley Street Specialist Hospital London, The Blackheath Hospital London, Chelsfield Park Hospital Orpington.

Dr Jiten Kalyan DMED, MRCS, MRCGP has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. He has a background in surgery, having rotated through various surgical roles in general, vascular and plastic surgery.

He qualified as a General Practitioner having trained in the North East London Training scheme. During this time he gained vast clinical experience following rotations through various medical disciplines including diabetes, endocrinology, general medicine, paediatrics and ear nose and throat surgery. 

During his surgical training, he was involved in clinical research in which he supervised a clinical trial which had the outcomes published in medical literature. Dr Kalyan has also collaborated on several research projects which have also been published in medical literature. Over the course of his career he has been involved in the teaching of medical students as well as presentations at local and international conferences.

Dr Kalyan is a GP with a special interest in facial aesthetics and anti-ageing injectables, skin / mole treatments and removals, minor surgical procedures and joint injections.