Anti-Ageing Injections are Not Just for Wrinkles:
Anti-ageing injections are not only used to treat wrinkles. They can address various signs of ageing, including volume loss, sagging skin, and uneven skin texture. Some treatments can also stimulate collagen and elastin, while others can promote cellular regeneration, restoring hydration and skin health on a cellular level.
Types of Injectable Treatments:
Different types of anti-ageing injections are available, each designed to target specific ageing concerns in very different ways.
Wrinkle Relaxing- Botulinum Toxin Treatments
Botox is commonly used to relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles caused by muscle movements.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers add volume and smooth out lines and wrinkles. They bring about improvement to the skin due to the product itself, occupying space. They often contain hyaluronic acid, which also hydrates the surrounding tissue.
Biostimulator Treatments
Biostimulator Treatments induce a biological response in the skin, stimulating collagen production. This gradually improves the skin’s strength, firmness, and elasticity over time. The results are natural-looking as the improvement is due to new tissue formation, not from the product itself occupying space.
Collagen stimulators (Juvelook, Lenisna, Ellanse, Radiesse, HarmonyCa and Sculptra)
Biorevitalisation Treatments
Biorevitalisation Treatments improve skin vitality at a cellular level. They include several different groups of treatments:
- Hyaluronic acid skin boosters that improve skin hydration and dermal support e.g. Profhilo
- Polynucleotides – stimulate cellular repair and regeneration
- Amino acids and peptides – provide building blocks for collagen
- Vitamins and antioxidants – reduce oxidative stress e.g. NCTF
Sunekos has a dual effect. It contains hyaluronic acid, which acts as a skin booster, and amino acids, which have a regenerative effect — more active than simple hydration but not as potent in collagen induction as dedicated biostimulators
Anti-Ageing Injections have Preventive Benefits:
Anti-ageing injections are not just for treating existing signs of ageing; they can also be used preventively to slow down the formation of wrinkles and other age-related changes. Starting treatments earlier can help maintain a youthful appearance over time.
Temporary Results:
The results of anti-ageing injections are nearly always temporary. While Botox typically lasts for three to four months, the duration of dermal fillers can vary depending on the type used and individual factors.
Collagen stimulators can last around 2 years, while skin boosters and biorevitalisation treatments last around 6 months.
Minimal Downtime:
Anti-ageing injections are minimally invasive procedures that require little to no downtime. Most people can resume normal activities immediately after treatment, although temporary redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site may occur. That said, we do not recommend having this treatment just before a special event. It is essential to leave at least a few days’ gap after treatment in case you experience any bruising or swelling. We also recommend not having these treatments for the first time just before a special event. Like anything else you do for a special event, you must plan, know what to expect, and, if possible, have your first treatment well in advance to ensure it delivers the effect you want for the special day.
Anti-Ageing Injections Deliver Gradual Results:
While some improvement may be noticeable shortly after treatment, the full effects of anti-ageing injections often take several days to become apparent as the muscles relax or the filler settles into place. Also, for the best results, a sequence of treatments is often required.
Combination Treatments:
Sometimes, for best results, you may require a combination of anti-ageing treatments, such as using Botox to relax wrinkles and dermal fillers to restore volume, as well as skin rejuvenation treatments to achieve the results you were hoping for. The later you start in life, the more treatments you may need to see an improvement.
You May Require Maintenance Treatments:
Repeat treatments are usually necessary to maintain results. We usually recommend regular touch-up appointments every 3 to 12 months, depending on the treatment and your skin’s needs. This is to deliver ongoing improvements and also to prevent the return of wrinkles and volume loss.
Potential Side Effects:
While anti-ageing injections are generally safe, they can cause side effects such as bruising, swelling, redness, and temporary muscle weakness. More severe complications are rare but can include infection or allergic reactions.
Anti-Ageing Injections are Not Suitable for Everyone:
Some individuals may not be suitable candidates for anti-ageing injections.
Sometimes, the results some people want cannot be achieved with anti-ageing injections alone. It is therefore important to book a consultation to discuss your concerns and expectations to ensure you are suitable for treatment. During the consultation, your medical practitioners can discuss alternative options to help you decide if these treatments are for you.
Some people are not suitable due to medical conditions, medications and allergies. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid these treatments. Before your treatment, we recommend a consultation to discuss your medical history and health to ensure you are medically suitable.
Who Provides Anti-Ageing Injections at Cheshire Lasers
Treatments are performed by the following Doctors and Nurses at Cheshire Lasers:
Dr Teri Johnson part time GP partner Aesthetic Medicine and also the Medical Director and owner of M C Treatments.
Dr Kyra Drinnan is a GP Partner with an interest in Aesthetic Medicine.
Dr Kathryn Hazlehurst a GP trained in Medical Aesthetics and owner of Dr Hazlehurst Aesthetics.
Katey of Nevaeh Aesthetics an Aesthetic Nurse and a local community nurse with an interest in Aesthetic Medicine..