What are the wrinkle relaxers?
The wrinkle relaxers are neurotoxins (proteins) that limit the contraction of the muscles that cause wrinkles.
How are they applied?
The treatment is applied by injecting the medication into the muscles of the treated areas using an ultra-fine needle. The whole treatment lasts 10-15 minutes and the patient can immediately return to their activities. The result will gradually appear over the next 2-10 days. The treatment is repeated every 4-6 months.
In which areas is it applied?
The most common areas are:
• Glabella.
• Crow’s feet.
• Forehead lines.
• Bunny lines.
• Nefertiti’s lift.
• Neck platysma.
At what age can one start the treatment?
There is not a certain age to start the treatment with wrinkle relaxers. The age of onset depends on each patient’s needs. The earlier one begins the treatment, the more they can avoid having permanent wrinkles on their face.
Do the patients lose their expression with this treatment?
The modern trend in medical aesthetics is the “natural look”. Thus, the patient treated with wrinkle relaxers by a trained, experienced dermatologist does not lose their expression, but looks fresher, more relaxed, radiant and healthy.
Are there any side effects?
Small bruises at the treated area may occur, which last up to a week and are easily covered by make- up.
Are there contraindications?
This treatment should not be performed to pregnant and lactating women. Also, to people suffering from muscle disorders (e.g. Gravis myasthenia).
What if I decide not to continue my wrinkle relaxers treatment?
Expression wrinkles will gradually come back and look the same as before or even slightly better before starting treatment, without altering the physical features.
What is the cost of treatment?
The cost varies depending on the number of units used per patient.