Anti-wrinkle injections (Botox)

Botulinum toxin causes relaxation of muscle so is great for smoothing lines caused by muscle contractions, such as frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet. It starts to work within 3-7 days but can take up to 2 weeks for the full effect to show. We are happy to see you at 14 days for review – occasionally a top-up is required if some unwanted lines still remain. Many clients do not wish to look ‘frozen’ or as if they have had anything ‘done’ – we welcome the natural look and will advise you accordingly. Typical side effects include those of any injection such as bruising, bleeding and swelling and are usually minimal if they occur. We take pride in consenting our clients thoroughly and all risks and aftercare will be discussed during your consultation.

Dermal fillers

Dermal fillers can be used to replace lost volume and/or to contour the face. Common uses include lips,  nose to mouth (nasolabial), mouth to chin (melolabial/Marionette), filling smoker’s lines and cheeks. There are many products available on the market for this use, of varying price, consistency and quality and with varying durations in the skin.

Here at RD Aesthetics we have decided to use only the premium range of Juvéderm Vycross, which not only lasts twice as long as average fillers (12 – 18 months rather than 6-9 months) but is also much nicer for both client and doctor – it blends very nicely with each client’s skin and avoids the lumpiness associated with cheaper fillers. Typical side effects are the same as with any injection – redness, swelling and bruising and usually settle within a few days. Allergic and serious reactions are very rare and will be discussed during the consent process.

A word about lips…

Your mouth is the central focus of your face. Over the years, collagen decreases in the skin and lips which can lead to a flattening of the Cupid’s bow and lips losing their natural definition. Recreating and restoring the lip to look more youthful is one of our favourite treatments!

It is possible to create beautiful enhancements of the lip which will go unnoticed by most, except perhaps by those who know you very well. In a younger client this might involve simply improving the fullness and proportions of the lip. In older clients more of a restorative approach may be required. A lip enhancement would typically involve 0.55 to 1 ml.