Facial Rejuvenation from Hilton Dental Practice FAQs

What is Botulinum?
Botulinum is a safe, natural and purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is a non-surgical treatment that can temporarily reduce lines and wrinkles. The most common areas treated are crow’s feet and forehead frown lines.

How does Botulinum work?
Lines and wrinkles form over time as the result of muscle activity and so the theory behind the treatment is to reduce this muscle activity. During the treatment, very small amounts of Botulinum are administered using an extra fine needle directly into the facial muscles, causing them to relax.

What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal Fillers are made from a highly purified form of the naturally occurring substance hyaluronic acid. It's a pure crystal clear gel injected in tiny amounts with a fine needle.

How do Dermal Fillers work?
Dermal Fillers remain in the treated area for some months following treatment, giving your skin natural looking volume and contours. It creates a fresh natural and more youthful appearance – rather like moisturiser in an injection form. The most common areas treated are the lips, and lines around the mouth and nose.

How safe are these treatments?
Botulinum and Dermal Fillers have been extensively tested and all research has concluded that they are safe and effective. They should only be applied by medical professionals such as dentists. Mrs Aspey is fully trained in the use of both of these products. She is a member of the Association of Facial Aesthetics, ensuring that her training has been of the highest standard and providing her with professional back up.

How long does treatment take?
Depending upon the number of areas that need treating, treatments take about 20 to 30 minutes and are usually painless. No recovery time is needed so you will be able to carry on with your daily routine afterwards with only a few precautions to take post-treatment. Mrs Aspey will explain the precautions you need to take afterwards.

Are there any side-effects?
There can sometimes be redness, swelling and bruising which is normal and will subside.

When will I see results?
Within two to three days of Botulinum treatment, there is a marked improvement in frown lines and wrinkles, however they can continue to improve for up to a month and your skin appears smoother. With dermal fillers the effects can be seen instantly.

How long do results last?
The results from Botulinum treatment usually last for about three to five months. Dermal Filler results are long lasting – up to six months in lips and about a year in other areas. Both Botulinum and Dermal Fillers are broken down by the body and so regular treatment is required to maintain a wrinkle free look. However, if you do not continue with regular treatment then your lines and wrinkles will eventually come back to the level they were prior to your treatment.

Does treatment hurt?
Since the needle is so fine, treatment is usually painless. Any discomfort is minimal. Prior to a Botulinum injection, we may numb the area with a local anaesthetic cream. Dermal Fillers may require an injection, similar to when you have a dental restoration, if you are having treatment in the area of the mouth and lips.

Can I combine treatments?
Many clients combine Dermal Fillers with Botulinum for an overall younger looking skin.

Can I wear make up straight away?
We can apply a special make up after your treatment if you wish but we recommend that you leave putting on your own make up for at least four hours.

Will my facial expressions look natural after treatment?
Yes, the aim is to restore your vitality in a natural and subtle way. Botulinum and Dermal Fillers treatments will not dramatically alter your facial appearance or make you look unnaturally expressionless.

How do I arrange to have facial rejuvenation?
The first step is to book a free consultation with Mrs Aspey. During this appointment, which takes approximately 30 minutes, there will be ample opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the procedures. No pressure will be put on you to go through with the treatment and you will not be asked to make a decision or commit to any further appointments at that time. Of course, if, following this consultation, you come to appreciate the benefits of facial rejuvenation then we will be delighted to arrange any appointments at a mutually convenient time.

Call on 01224 486817 or email reception@hiltondentalpractice.co.uk

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