Procedures

Wrinkle Reduction Treatments Adelaide

When the facial muscles contract, it can cause the skin to crease and eventually create fine lines and wrinkles. Wrinkle Reduction Treatments at Cosmos Aesthetics Adelaide are designed to relax facial muscles, which may help in reducing the appearance of existing wrinkles and potentially slow the formation of new wrinkles in treated areas, reducing the signs of ageing, as well as preventing more wrinkles from forming in the treated areas.
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Convenient locations. Multiple clinics to choose from

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    Why choose Wrinkle Reduction Treatments at Cosmos Adelaide?

    Wrinkle Reduction Treatments are an affordable way to prevent and address skin aging. Here are the top five reasons to choose anti-ageing injection:

    • Non-surgical: Wrinkle Reduction Treatments are less invasive compared to surgical procedures. The level of discomfort during treatment is generally minimal, but individual experiences may vary.
    • Minimal downtime: Treatment only takes a few minutes, and you can return to work immediately. Swelling is minimal and bruising is rare.
    • Results occur gradually: You won’t leave the clinic looking different. You’ll begin to notice subtle improvements after approximately three to five days and full results after 14 days.
    • You can wear makeup right away: If you do have a little redness or bruising following your appointment, you’ll be able to apply a little makeup to cover it up. Just remember to use a gentle touch and not rub the treated area.
    • Effects are not permanent: Wrinkle Reduction Treatments typically last three to six If you choose not to continue treatment once the medication has worn off, you won’t experience any permanent changes.

    THE PROCEDURE

    How the Wrinkle Reduction Treatment procedure is performed using wrinkle relaxers

    Wrinkle Reduction Treatments, also referred to as wrinkle relaxers, soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and prevent more of these signs of ageing from forming, by relaxing the muscles beneath the skin. Wrinkle relaxers will block the nerve impulses that make muscles contract and cause the skin to crease. The targeted muscles will start to relax within three days following treatment.

    Your individual treatment needs, such as the number of units of medication required, as well as your muscle movement and the depth of the wrinkles, will be determined in advance during your initial consultation.

    At the beginning of your treatment, your experienced cosmetic injector will disinfect the treatment area. To be as precise as possible, you will be asked to make facial expressions such as frowning or squinting, to reveal the visibility of the unwanted wrinkles and lines. Cold packs and preserved saline will help to manage any discomfort during treatment, allowing for a tolerable procedure. In small amounts at a time, the Wrinkle Reduction Treatments are injected directly into each muscle in the desired area, usually in five to ten injections but this amount varies from patient to patient.

    Satisfactory results can last for three to eight months and can be persistently maintained with frequent treatments, about two to three times per year, depending on how fast results fade per individual.

    Common areas that patients choose to treat are:

    • Worry lines
    • Frown lines
    • Forehead or expression lines
    • Bunny lines (lines along the side of the nose)
    • Crow’s feet or laugh lines
    • Eyebrow lifts

    The wrinkles or lines that can still be seen when the skin is stretched might benefit from alternative treatments such as Volume Enhancement Treatments or collagen stimulators, in order to achieve optimal results.

    Along with anti-ageing properties, Wrinkle Reduction Treatments, or wrinkle relaxers, can be used for other common concerns, including:

    • Immoderate sweating on the underarms, hands, and feet
    • Lines next to the mouth or depressed corners of the mouth
    • Loose skin on the neck
    • Wrinkles on the chin that can be seen when the lips move
    • Square jaw lines
    • Large calf muscles
    • Headaches or migraines
    • Facial muscle spasms
    • Back muscle spasms

    What are the costs of anti-wrinkle treatment at Cosmos Aesthetics Adelaide?

    We can only offer a rough estimate to treatment prices on our website, as costs will vary from patient to patient. Costs depend on the number of units that are needed per treatment area, which is determined by factors such as the patient’s muscle strength, depth of wrinkles, and chosen treatment area. Commonly, 10 to 20 units are used per area. An individual consultation at Cosmos Aesthetics Adelaide will accurately determine your treatment costs, as you can discuss your ideal treatment results with your doctor or nurse.

    To provide you with a guide to costs:

    Forehead wrinkles prices start from $165 – $200
    Frown lines prices start from $200 – $400
    Around the eyes prices start from $200 – $400
    Brow lift prices start from $165 – $200
    Under the eyes prices start from $100
    Gummy smile prices start from $120
    Chin treatment prices start from $100 – $200
    Neck band/jowls prices start from $400 – $800
    Calves treatment prices start from $2,000 – $3,000
    Excessive sweating treatment prices start from $1,000 – $1,500
    Initial consultation prices are between $120 – $330, redeemable upon treatment

    How to care for your treatment areas post-procedure

    Post-procedure, many patients are able to resume their daily activities. Recovery experiences vary, with red bumps typically subsiding after 15 to 20 minutes and minor bruising fading within a week. Specific care instructions will be outlined to you by your Cosmos Aesthetics Canberra doctor or nurse, so that you can rest assured that you are caring for your treated areas correctly. These instructions might include:

    • Avoid strenuous exercise, touching or rubbing the treatment areas, and heated areas such as saunas
    • Regularly clean the treated areas
    • Remember to move the muscles in your treated area within the first few hours after treatment, to increase the action and onset of the injections
    • Avoid bending over or laying down for four hours after treatment

    Initial results will begin to show within five to seven days after treatment, as the muscles gradually relax. Complete treatment results should then appear after about two weeks, while the muscle-relaxing effects continue to develop. After your first treatment at Cosmos Aesthetics Adelaide, you will have a complimentary follow up appointment to check on how well the muscle relaxing effect is working.

    Overall, results can last from three to eight months, and can be refreshed with additional treatments. Most patients need two or three of these additional treatments per year when the goal is to maintain or continue to improve results long-term.

    Who is a good candidate for wrinkle relaxers?

    Medically, you would be cleared for treatment if you’re in good health, are not pregnant or nursing and have no history of neuromuscular disease, such as multiple sclerosis. You’re an excellent candidate for Wrinkle Reduction Treatments if you’re concerned with frown lines, forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, droopy eyebrows, smoker’s lines, bunny lines, widened jawline and excessive sweating.

    Suitable candidates are over the age of 18, and there is no age limit outlining when it is ‘too late’ to receive treatment. As for younger patients, studies show that receiving wrinkle removal treatment in your late 20s or 30s can help you to maintain significantly more youthful-looking skin during your 40s, 50s, and 60s.

    Ultimately, your consultation at Cosmos Aesthetics Adelaide will determine whether you are a good candidate for treatment with Wrinkle Reduction Treatments.

    Minor side effects of wrinkle removal treatment

    Wrinkle Reduction Treatments are minimally invasive and pose small and temporary side effects. The injections will only affect specific muscles and won’t be absorbed by the bloodstream.

    The minor side effects or complications after treatment include:

    • The chance of swelling, bumps, or slight redness, however these symptoms should subside within hours or days
    • Minor bruising or temporary discolouration
    • The need for revision treatment should the muscles need to be weakened further
    • Droopy eyelids, or ptosis, that normally resolves naturally after several weeks
    • Heavy brows or a droopy forehead, that is preventable by attending a clinic that has experienced cosmetic injectors

    Will I still be able move my face? 

    Many people who are new to Wrinkle Reduction Treatments are concerned about looking ‘frozen,’ or unnatural. This concern is largely unfounded because current injection techniques are much more advanced than they were before. When administering neuromodulators, your injector will only treat the muscles that cause wrinkles, or that give the face a tired or droopy appearance. You’ll still be able to smile, laugh, and express yourself naturally.

    What causes a droopy eyelid and how do I prevent this?

    A droopy eyelid, medically named ptosis, can happen when the Wrinkle Reduction Treatment travels too close to the eye. It usually becomes noticeable one to three weeks after treatment and can last three to four weeks on average. It tends to go away on its own without requiring treatment. To prevent this from happening, we recommend following your post-care instructions very carefully. The main way to avoid a droopy eyelid is to avoid touching or rubbing the area immediately after treatment and to avoid bending over or laying down for four hours.

    LOCATIONS

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    Our experienced team of medical practitioners, doctors and registered nurses are committed to the expert delivery of timeless natural beauty.
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    Sydney Double Bay

    10 Henrietta Street, Double Bay NSW 2028

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      8:30 am – 5:30 pm

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    Phone

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    Adelaide

    163 Archer Street, North Adelaide SA 5006
    Wheelchair access is at the rear of the building.

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    Canberra

    Suite 3 | Level C / 1 Broula Street, Bruce ACT 2617
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    Gold Coast

    Level 2 / 127 Queen Street, Southport QLD 4215

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    Sydney Cronulla

    Satellite site for injectables only. 26 Cronulla Street, Cronulla NSW 2230

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      9:00 am – 6:00 pm

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