Laserway Wrinkle Reduction

Starting in our early thirties, facial lines and wrinkles begin to appear. For some people these lines are not evident when they are relaxed. For others, they are prominent when relaxed and more prominent during certain expressions. These dynamic signs of facial ageing can be reduced or eliminated with wrinkle reduction treatment, while maintaining a natural and more youthful appearance.

For over 10 years it has been safely used by opthalmologists to treat spasms of the eyelid and lazy eye syndrome. When used cosmetically, wrinkle reduction reversibly blocks the nerve impulses responsible for contraction of the tiny facial muscles that are related to expression lines. The muscles therefore cannot contract and tend to relax. When relaxed, the overlying skin appears smooth and unwrinkled while the untreated muscles are still able to contract normally, thus allowing normal facial expression to be unaffected.

Wrinkle reduction formula is now the UK's no1 treatment for facial lines and wrinkles simply because it really does remove the telltale signs of aging. It is safe, quick and straight forward and can be combined with other treatments such as fillers (natural collagen) to give you the complete facial makeover ideal. It works by relaxing the dynamic facial muscles that are responsible for facial wrinkles The main areas it is used for are the frown, eye and forehead areas. After a few painless injections you can carry on your normal day and wait for lines to soften over the next 3-5 days. This relaxed fresher look will stay with you for approximately 6 months.

What and where can be treated?
It is used for treating Facial Line softening of the upper half of face, frown lines between the eyes, forehead furrows, eye lines (crows feet), lip (smoker) lines, down turned mouths, dimple chins and scars. It is also used for preventing excessive perspiration (hyperhidrosis) in under arms and hands.

Is it safe?
It is approved by the FDA for cosmetic use and has been used for over 30 years without any known long term problems.

How does it work?
The Botulimum toxin blocks the nerve transmission to the muscles under the skin. Facial lines formed by the dynamic action of underlying muscles will then diminish or disappear.

How is wrinkle reduction administered?
Using a tiny needle a small amount of wrinkle reduction formula is injected directly into the desired area. Your doctor will determine which muscles to treat to give you the result you wish to achieve.

Can I be treated?
It is suitable for most people apart from those who are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant within the next 6 months, have a neurological disorder or breast feeding. Most people can benefit from this treatment. During your free consultation with the doctor a full medical history will be taken to assess your suitability for treatment. Some medications are also contra-indicative, so it is important that you inform the doctor of any medications currently being taken.

Does it hurt?
Not really, most people only experience a mild temporary discomfort. Ice may be used to numb the area before treatment this will minimise any discomfort felt from the injection. The actual treatment only takes a few minutes and requires no recovery time, so you can resume normal activities immediately. For treatments around the mouth and lips Anesthetic Dental block is available for added comfort.

Who carries out the treatment?
The procedures will be performed by Dr. Gabrielle McKeever, who has specialised in the cosmetic field administering Collagen, Restylane and Perlane fillers for over five years treating more than one thousand patients.

How will I look after the treatment?
There is a slight redness immediately after which settles within a few hours and application of ice helps and is easily covered with makeup.

What can and can't I do after the treatment?
Within 4 hours of the treatment people are advised not to do vigorous exercise, drink excessive alcohol or lie down flat. Otherwise life can carry on as normal.

When will I notice a difference?
It starts to work in about 3-5 days. The greatest effect is seen after about 1-2 weeks.

How long will it last?
3-6 months depending on each individuals response. Repeat treatments have been shown to last longer.

Does it leave my face numb?
No. There is no sensation change to your skin.

Are there any side effects?
It is a very safe treatment. However side effects can occur but are rare. They can include slight bruising at the injection site , slight drooping of the eyelid which would only last for a week or so and headaches.

Will it 'freeze my face' and leave me expressionless?
No, definitely not. Our training enables us to minimise any possible loss of facial expression by injecting specific muscles responsible for the wrinkles.