Anti-Wrinkle Injections

In Australia there are 3 major brands of anti-wrinkle injections TGA approved for relaxation of frown lines or the glabellar muscles between your eyebrows. They are all derived from Clostridium Botulinum Toxin A, prescribed in small doses and are safe. Abobotulinumtoxin A is what we use at Lift Aesthetics. All botulinum toxins have the same mechanism of action: blocking the release of acetylcholine and preventing the muscles from contracting to maintain the aesthetic effect. Doses of Abobotulinumtoxin A is 2.5x more than the equivalent dose of onabotulinumtoxin A (B brand you often hear).
Therefore, treatment dosage for each patient per area varies according to factors such as age, skin quality, patient’s goals, etc. A comprehensive consultation before treatment is ideal, for a successful treatment.

It works by blocking the release of membrane-bound acetylcholine transmitter at the neuromuscular endplate resulting in temporary paralysis of the affected muscle.

The most common side effects are generalised weakness, eyelid drooping, fatigue (tiredness and/or asthenia), ‘flu-like’ symptoms, pain, bruising, swelling, and reddening at injection site.

Less commonly, injections may cause itching.

Rarely, skin rashes, including rashes at the injection site, and muscle weakness maybe experienced.

• Pregnancy
• Lactation
• Neuromuscular diseases e.g., Myasthenia gravis, Eaton-lambert syndrome
• Aminoglycoside antibiotics
• Allergies, hypersensitivity to Botulinum Toxin, human albumin, or any component of Dysport
• Infection at injection site
• Refer to Product information and published clinical papers for other areas that can be treated

Although clinic visits can vary, the procedure generally take 10 to 20 minutes.

Although results vary, it starts working in 1-3 days and fully at 1-2 weeks

Results can vary but it generally lasts around 3-6 months.

When can I start anti-wrinkle treatment?

We treat patients who are 18 years old and above.

Contra-indications?

Botulinum toxin allergy.

We do not inject on pregnant and lactating Mums. Anybody with an unstable medical condition, neuromuscular issue or myopathirs should not get cosmetic treatments too.

Patients who has body dysmorphic conditions or unrealistic expectations of cosmetic treatments discussed are best not treated at all.

Anti-wrinkle injections aftercare instructions

Immediately after your treatment:

•it is common to experience mild tenderness, bruising, mild swelling, and redness at the injection sites. They should resolve over the next 24 hours.•bruising can take up to a week to completely resolve.•mild headache. Paracetamol is recommended if you need a pain relief.

For the 24 hours following your treatment:

•stay upright for 4 hours•keep the area clean and do not touch the treatment sites to prevent the product spreading to another muscle and infection.•No strenuous exercise•No saunas•Avoid sweating and alcohol.

For 3 days post treatment:

•No face-down massages for the next 48 hours•Avoid medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen•Avoid excessive sun exposure.

Immediately after your treatment:

•it is common to experience mild tenderness, bruising, mild swelling, and redness at the injection sites. They should resolve over the next 24 hours.•bruising can take up to a week to completely resolve.•mild headache. Paracetamol is recommended if you need a pain relief.

For the 24 hours following your treatment:

•stay upright for 4 hours•keep the area clean and do not touch the treatment sites to prevent the product spreading to another muscle and infection.•No strenuous exercise•No saunas•Avoid sweating and alcohol.

For 3 days post treatment:

•No face-down massages for the next 48 hours•Avoid medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen•Avoid excessive sun exposure.

For 2 weeks post treatment:

•Avoid other facial or aesthetic treatments such as peels, waxing or laser hair removal in the area•Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen daily•The effects of the treatment may start to become noticeable within 3 to 5 days and takes 14 days for full effect.

Anti-wrinkle adverse reactions

The following symptoms are NOT considered a normal reaction. Please notify us immediate and organise a review appointment if you have any of the below symptoms. 

•Adroop ofthe eyelid, eyebrow, or lower face•Prolonged redness, swelling and/or heat to the injection sites•Prolonged itchy or burning sensation to the treatment area•Extensive bruising or swelling•Double, blurred or altered vision•Difficulty speaking or saying words properly•Difficulty swallowing or eating.

Anti-wrinkle results & longevity

The average longevity of anti-wrinkle injections results is approximately 3 months. The longevity of the results depends on the client's anatomy, metabolism, the desired outcome, and the dose of the treatment used. A lower dose may be indicated for patients seeking a more natural appearance, but it should be noted that a lower dose will result in reduced longevity of the results.

Lift Aesthetics Sydney​www.liftaestheticssydney.com.au​Phone: +61 2 9369 3326