Facial injections are a relatively pain free procedure and are one of the most commonly performed non-surgical procedures throughout the world.
Wrinkle Relaxers can diminish the appearance of unwanted wrinkles and expression lines around the face, by relaxing the responsible facial muscles.
The procedure is generally takes around 15 minutes involves a few key injections into the area of concern. As they are a non-surgical procedure there is relatively little downtime and most patients can return to their daily routine immediately after. Three to five days after the procedure, the treated area will start to relax and smooth out, continuing to do so over the next two weeks. Your renewed appearance can last for three to six months depending on how quickly your body breaks down the toxins. At this point, treatment can be repeated.
Dr Guy Watts and his team take pride in ensuring the highest standards of treatment and are proud to offer a customised approach to all patients. Every patient is receives an individual assessment and discussion of options with Dr Guy Watts prior to treatment. Dr Guy Watts is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with a dedicated Wrinkle Reduction practice in Perth.
Please contact our Perth office today to organise for a personalised consultation.
Wrinkle relaxer
Your brain directs signals to your facial muscles to move which causes wrinkles. Wrinkle relaxers are a neurotoxin that temporarily block these signals, inhibiting the nerve stimulation on the muscles. The results are less movement and the reduction of existing wrinkles. The effects of wrinkle relaxer injections last approximately between three to six months depending on the individual treated.
Dermal fillers
Dermal Fillers are an aesthetic gel-based treatment injected into the skin. Dermal fillers are used to enhance facial features by plumping the desired area such as cheeks and lips. Dermal fillers are specifically used to contour the face, create volume, hydrate, diminish wrinkles and revitalise the skin.
Call our Perth office to schedule a consultant with Dr Guy Watts or one of his experienced registered cosmetic nurses to discuss your treatments options.
Wrinkle Relaxers have numerous benefits both medically and cosmetically.
Medically, Wrinkle Relaxers are used to treat conditions such as muscle contractures, migraines, bladder dysfunction, repetitive neck spasms and lazy eye.
Although Wrinkle Relaxers are mostly known for cosmetic use, it can also be used to reduce excess sweating.
The main benefit of a Wrinkle Relaxer is that it is non-surgical and has a very short recovery period, allowing the patient to return their daily activities immediately.
Wrinkle Relaxers are also one of the safest non-surgical treatments to reduce and prevent wrinkles.
Your beautiful facial features will be highlighted, allowing your skin to appear smoother and more youthful.
Wrinkle Relaxers are especially effective for:
● Crows feet
● Lifting your eyebrows
● Forehead lines
● Upper lip lines
● Gummy smile
● Jawline slimming
When administered by an experienced doctor, Wrinkle Relaxer injections are a very safe procedure.
Unlikely, yet potential side effects include:
● Headache or flu like symptoms
● Blurred visons
● Dizziness and dried mouth
● Eye dryness or excessive tearing
● Pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site
Wrinkle relaxers must be administered under doctor supervision in a controlled medical environment. Dr Guy Watts and his team have the highest of standards when it come to your safety. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding the risks.
It is recommended that Wrinkle Relaxers are not used on the following people:
● Pregnant or lactating
● Have a neuromuscular disease
● Have weakness in certain facial muscles
● Have skin problems near the injection area
Dr Watts or a member of his team will discuss your medical history and advise you if you are not a suitable candidate.
The active ingredient in wrinkle relaxers is diluted in saline solution and injected directly into the neuromuscular tissue. The injection blocks the nerve signals that make muscles contract, resulting in less movement and a complete reduction or removal of existing wrinkles. For example, if you had a frown line you wished to get rid of, the Wrinkle Relaxer gets injected into the muscle surrounding the area. The signals from the nerve to the muscle is blocked, eliminating contractions and leaving the skin looking smooth.
At your consultation with Dr Guy Watts, your facial muscles will be examined, and a decision will be made whether to administer the Wrinkle Relaxer.
No anaesthesia is requires, however topical anaesthesia may be used to numb the area before and after treatment.
Undergoing a Wrinkle Relaxer treatment is a safe and easy facial rejuvenation procedure. A qualified doctor or cosmetic nurse will use a sterile micro-needle to inject the wrinkle relaxer into certain areas of the face to target specific muscles. No local anaesthetic is required, and most patients wont experience much more than a slight pinching sensation.
Please call our office to schedule a personal consultation with Dr Watts, the premier Plastic Surgeon Perth has to offer, to discuss how wrinkle relaxers may benefit you.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Dr. Guy Watts (AHPRA Medical Reg. MED0001539378) is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with an extensive career that spans across renowned plastic surgery clinics worldwide. His exceptional expertise has been honed through invaluable experiences at esteemed establishments such as the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and the renowned Pitanguy Clinic in Brazil.
Having collaborated with the foremost cosmetic plastic surgeons on a global scale, Dr. Watts has chosen to return to Perth after a remarkable 17-year journey of intensive training and invaluable professional experience to bring the latest practices and technology in cosmetic plastic surgery to his patients.
Dr. Watts is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRACS) and a Member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS) and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS).