Wrinkle Correction & Dermal Fillers
To compliment and enhance our cosmetic dental procedures, we have recently introduced wrinkle correction treatments, such as Botox and temporary dermal fillers, such as Restylane.
Dr Rikhi can now not only transform your smile, he can enhance your own natural beauty by helping prevent and reverse the signs of ageing.
Wrinkle Relaxing Injection - deep wrinkles such as crows feet and frown lines are caused by overactive muscle movement which gradually wear away the collagen in the skin, causing the skin to sink and wrinkles to appear.
Treatment involves a muscle relaxant being injected directly into the wrinkles, which temporarily relaxes the nerves of the facial muscles, preventing the formation of wrinkles whilst softening existing lines.
The treatment generally takes 5-8 days to work and lasts between 3-4 months.
Temporary Dermal Fillers - collagen replacement therapy using dermal fillers such as Restylane is a popular treatment for wrinkles and facial lines. The procedure helps to 'fill out' and smooth away troublesome nose to mouth grooves, forehead lines, frown furrows, lipstick lines, acne pits and crows feet. Collagen treatment is also effective for augmenting narrow lips.
Prior to the treatment, a mild anaesthetic is applied in the area and the dermal filler is then injected into the wrinkle. A small amount of redness may occur around the treatment area but this only lasts for a few hours.
These temporary dermal fillers can last from 4-12 months depending on your age, skin type, lifestyle and muscle activity.
