Anti-wrinkle Treatments London

Anti-wrinkle Treatments in London

As we age, our skin produces less of the proteins collagen and elastin. This makes our skin thinner and less resistant to damage. Environmental exposure, dehydration and excessive muscle contraction cause the formation of wrinkles. Especially on your most prominent sun-exposed skin, such as the face, neck, hands, and forearms.

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What Causes Wrinkles?

The natural ageing process primarily causes wrinkles. As we age, our skin produces less collagen and elastin, proteins that give our skin its firmness and elasticity. This reduction leads to thinner, less resilient skin. Environmental factors, such as sun exposure, contribute significantly to wrinkle formation, particularly in the face, neck, hands, and forearms. Additionally, repeated facial expressions and muscle contractions can create wrinkles over time. Dehydration and lifestyle choices, such as smoking, can also accelerate the development of wrinkles.

Popular Anti-Wrinkle Treatments

At Dr Nadia Yousri Clinic, popular anti-wrinkle treatments include Botulinum Toxin Type A injections, commonly known as wrinkle relaxing injections. These treatments are effective in reducing the appearance of common facial wrinkles like frown lines, crow’s feet, and marionette lines. Besides cosmetic applications, Botulinum Toxin Type A is also used for medical conditions like hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), migraine headaches, and bruxism (teeth grinding). These treatments offer both aesthetic and therapeutic benefits, making them a versatile choice for our clients.

How Do Anti-Wrinkle Treatments Work?

Anti-wrinkle treatments at Dr Nadia Yousri Clinic work by using Botulinum Toxin Type A to disrupt nerve signals that stimulate muscle contraction. This relaxation of the muscles leads to a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. The treatment targets specific muscles, ensuring that the results look natural while effectively minimising wrinkles. The process is non-invasive, with minimal discomfort, and does not require extensive downtime, making it a convenient option for those seeking to rejuvenate their appearance.

Who is a Good Candidate for Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Anti-wrinkle injections are suitable for most adults seeking to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles – those caused by muscle movement. Ideal candidates are generally:

  • Concerned about frown lines, crow’s feet, or forehead lines.
  • In good general health.
  • Have realistic expectations about the outcomes.
  • Understand that results are temporary and require maintenance.

Contraindications: Treatment may not be suitable if you:

  • Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?
  • Have certain neuromuscular disorders (e.g., Myasthenia Gravis, Eaton-Lambert Syndrome).
  • Have a known allergy to Botulinum Toxin Type A or its ingredients.
  • An active infection is present at the proposed injection site.
  • A thorough consultation with Dr Yousri will determine your suitability for treatment.

Potential Risks and Side Effects

While anti-wrinkle injections are generally safe and well-tolerated, especially when administered by a qualified medical professional like Dr. Yousri, potential side effects can occur. Most are mild and temporary:

  • Common: Slight bruising, redness, swelling, or tenderness at the injection sites. Mild headache.
  • Less Common: Temporary drooping of an eyelid or eyebrow (ptosis), asymmetry, muscle weakness in adjacent areas.
  • Rare: Allergic reaction, flu-like symptoms, difficulty swallowing or breathing (if toxin spreads).

During your consultation, Dr. Yousri will discuss all potential risks and side effects specific to your treatment area. We prioritise patient safety and take every precaution to minimise risks.

Why Choose Dr. Nadia Yousri Clinic for Your Treatment

Choosing Dr Nadia Yousri Clinic for your anti-wrinkle treatment ensures you receive care from a highly qualified and experienced team. Dr. Yousri, a triple-qualified OB&GY Surgeon, brings a wealth of expertise in aesthetic medicine. The clinic’s approach is tailored to each individual, ensuring personalised results that align with your aesthetic goals. With a commitment to excellence and patient satisfaction, Dr Nadia Yousri Clinic is an excellent choice for those seeking effective and safe anti-wrinkle treatments.

Botulinum toxin type A

Botulinum toxin type A (Neurotoxin) is a protein made from Botulinum toxin that is used to disrupt the nerve signals that stimulate muscle contraction, allowing the muscles to become relaxed. The drug that weakens or relaxes muscles, when used correctly and in small doses, can reduce facial wrinkles (wrinkle relaxing injection). However, its real value has proved useful in dealing with certain conditions of overactive muscles in other body’s areas like such as:

  • Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) problems.
  • Dealing with intractable Migraine Headache (head & shoulder muscles)
  • Jaw muscle clenching (Bruxism)
 

The following procedures fall under the category of ‘non surgical solutions of aesthetic regenerative sexual medicine and aesthetic gynecology’. Hence they are medical procedures for the purpose of addressing a medical condition. Only trained specialist consultants in sexual wellness should perform the below procedures. These treatments are not labelled as ‘aesthetics’ or ‘aesthetic treatments’

  • Bladder wall muscle overactivity
  • (DOA)- Detrusor Overactivity/hyperreflexia- causing Urgency Urinary Incontinence
  • Muscle spasms (stiffness) of the feminine intimate area (Vaginismus)
  • Erectile Dysfunctions in men (as evidenced by recent scientific studies).

Are There Alternatives to Botulinum Toxin Type A?

While Botulinum Toxin Type A is highly effective for dynamic wrinkles, other treatments may be suitable depending on your concerns and skin condition:

  • Dermal Fillers: For static wrinkles (present at rest) and volume loss.
  • Skin Resurfacing (e.g., Chemical Peels, Microneedling, Laser): To improve skin texture, tone, and fine lines.
  • Medical-Grade Skincare: To support overall skin health and complement injectable treatments.
  • Surgical Options: For more significant signs of ageing.

During your consultation, Dr. Yousri can discuss all suitable options for creating a tailored treatment plan.

What to Expect During Your Treatment Session

  1. Pre-Treatment Discussion: Dr. Yousri will review your medical history, discuss your goals again, and answer any final questions.
  2. Preparation: The treatment area will be cleansed. A topical anaesthetic cream may be applied, though the injections use fine needles and are generally well-tolerated.
  3. Marking: Dr. Yousri will carefully mark the precise points for injection to target the specific muscles responsible for your wrinkles.
  4. Injection: A small amount of Botulinum Toxin Type A will be injected into the targeted muscles. The number of injections will depend on the areas being treated. The procedure itself is quick, often taking just 10-15 minutes.
  5. Post-Treatment Advice: You’ll receive clear instructions on what to do and avoid immediately after your treatment.

Expected Results and Longevity

  • Onset: You may start to see a softening of wrinkles within 3-5 days, with the full effect typically visible around 10-14 days post-treatment.
  • Duration: Results generally last for 3-4 months. For some medical applications, like hyperhidrosis, results can last longer, up to 6-9 months.
  • Maintenance: To maintain the desired effect, repeat treatments are necessary. Dr. Yousri will advise you on the optimal treatment schedule. With regular treatments, some patients find the effects can last longer.
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Common facial areas to relax the stiff muscles include:

A very beneficial use of neurotoxin is to relieve Bruxism (teeth grinding). This can cause persistent headaches and affect the health of your teeth.
The muscle at the corner of the jaw may appear prominent causing square jaw contour. Neurotoxin can help to lift the redundancy in neck bands (Platysma muscles). This is famously called Nefertiti’s neck lift.
Botulinum A is useful to relax the bunny lines, gummy smile and to lift up the tip of the nose and reduce nose flare

Neurotoxin Stress Urinary incontinence

Stress Urinary incontinence (urine leakage while coughing or laughing) is a common problem, especially after childbirth & at menopause. It can impair a woman’s social, physical or mental life. Urge incontinence is defined as the involuntary and uncontrollable loss of urine caused by the bladder muscle’s non rhythmic contraction (neurogenic bladder).
One of the non-surgical options in regenerative gynaecology is the injection of Botulinum A Neurotoxin directly into the bladder wall (via cystoscopy). The aim of this treatment is to allow the bladder detrusor muscle to relax thus alleviating the leakage symptom. This is solely performed by Dr. Nadia Yousri.

Neurotoxin for Excessive Sweating

Some people sweat much more than normal. They have hyperhidrosis. The most common areas for hyperhidrosis are the scalp, underarms, hands, feet, and groin area. Excessive sweating can be embarrassing and socially isolating and many people find the condition quite upsetting. Botulinum A toxin is injected to block the nerve signals responsible for releasing the chemical transmitter releasing the activity of sweating. Small doses are injected into the skin blocking nerve supply to the apocrine sweat glands and to prevent the glands from producing sweat. This doesn’t cure hyperhidrosis but provides temporary relief and needs to be repeated every five to six months for maximum effect. This is because, as the nerve end receptors regenerate over time, a process called synaptic-sprouting and receptor formation. This leads to the re-occurrence of chemical transmitter release and gives the ‘wearing off’ effect of Botulinum A toxin.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Anti-Wrinkle Treatments

Most patients report minimal discomfort, often described as a slight pinch. Wonderful needles are used. If you are concerned, a topical anaesthetic can be applied beforehand.

The injection process is quick, typically around 10-15 minutes, depending on the number of areas being treated.

You may notice initial changes within 3-5 days, with the full effect visible at around 2 weeks.

Results for cosmetic wrinkle reduction typically last 3-4 months. During your consultation, Dr. Yousri will advise on a retreatment schedule.

There is generally no significant downtime. You can usually return to your normal activities immediately, though we advise avoiding strenuous exercise, excessive heat (saunas, steam rooms), and lying flat for a few hours post-treatment.

All anti-wrinkle injection treatments at our clinic are personally administered by Dr Nadia Yousri, ensuring the highest medical expertise and safety.

This depends on the treatments. Dr. Yousri can discuss combination therapies during your consultation. For example, dermal fillers are often combined with anti-wrinkle injections for a more comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

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meet Dr Nadia Yousri

Aesthetic Medicine & sexual health

Doctor Nadia Yousri is Triple Qualified OB&GY Surgeon (FRCOG, MRCOG, PhD in OB&GY, Master Degree in OB&GY, DFSRH) is a highly qualified & experienced Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Fertility, Sexual Wellness, Aesthetic Gynaecology & Regenerative Medicine Specialist Consultant. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of OB&GY- London since 2009. Her higher qualifications include PhD in OB&GY & Master degree in OB&GY & DFFP & University Lecturer Degree.

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