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Muscle Relaxant Injections
Introduction
Over time our skin reacts to ageing and climatic
elements, particularly the sun. Years of muscle actions like
frowning and squinting cause us to develop frown lines, forehead
lines and crow’s feet around the eyes. These lines can
give us an unwanted tired or angry appearance. Now there are
simple non-surgical techniques to relax our muscles and smooth
out facial lines and wrinkles.
What is Muscle Relaxant Injection Therapy and how does it work?
An extremely effective muscle relaxant derived
from C. Botulinum is used to reduce facial lines and dynamic
wrinkles. This is a simple, fast and highly effective non-surgical
procedure which was US FDA approved in 1989 for the treatment
of moderate to severe frown lines.
The results of treatments are
noticeable in a few days, and last for several months.
Scientifically, the release of Acetylcholine,
the neurotransmitter which causes muscles to contract, is
blocked at the Neuro-Muscular Junction. In other words, the
tiny facial muscles that cause expression lines are relaxed
to create a smoother, rejuvenated appearance only on the specific
areas are treated, leaving surrounding muscles to function
as usual - you still produce normal facial expression…
without the wrinkles! Your facial expressions are not frozen
only softened.
What does the procedure involve?
Muscle Relaxant Injection is placed into the superficial facial
muscles via tiny injections using a very fine needle. The
procedure takes approximately 10 minutes. People describe
it as an ant bite sting that last for a few seconds.
When can I go back to work?
Immediately. As there is NO DOWNTIME people
often have the procedure before or after work, or during their
lunch break.
How long does it take to work?
Muscle Relaxant Injection takes 2-3 days to begin taking effect
and up to 10 days to see the full effect.
How long does Muscle Relaxant Injection Therapy last?
It lasts for approximately 4 months, depending
on the individual. The result will wear off progressively
as expression lines gradually return to their original appearance.
The more often you have the treatment the less frequently
it is required as the effects tend to last longer with each
application.
Is Muscle Relaxant Injection Therapy safe?
Yes. The safety profile is considered to
be excellent. There have been no long term permanent side-effects
described. It has been widely tested and used for patients
with various medical conditions for over 15 years in over
70 countries. Muscle Relaxant Injection is even used for lower limb spasticity in
children over 2 years of age with cerebral palsy, and in the
elderly for post-stroke spasticity. It is the most common
cosmetic procedure performed in the US.
What are the side effects?
The most common side effects are temporary
and reversible and can include (but are not restricted to)
tenderness, occasional bruising at the site of injection.
More rare side effects include blepharoptosis which is reversible.
There have been no reported permanent side effects.
Do I need a skin test?
No. As Muscle Relaxant Injection therapy is non-animal based, you
do NOT need a skin test prior to its application.
Is Muscle Relaxant Injection Therapy suitable for men?
Absolutely! It is equally effective on men
and women. Because it is effective for horizontal stress lines,
it is popular with many professional and businessmen leaving
them looking more relaxed and approachable.
Am I a suitable candidate?
If you are between 18-65 and
• Not pregnant
• Not breastfeeding
• Have no neuromuscular disorders and disorders of muscle
weakness including but not restricted to Myasthenia Gravis
and Eaton-Lambert Syndrome
• Have no infection at the proposed treatment site
You may well be a suitable candidate.
On which part of the face can Muscle
Relaxant Injection Therapy
be used?
Wrinkle Reduction works best on the upper
third of the face.
For example:
• Glabella - Vertical Worry Lines between the Eyebrows
• Forehead - Horizontal Stress lines on the Forehead
• Crow's Feet - Laughing wrinkles around the eyes
• Non-Surgical Brow Lift
Glabella Forehead Crow's Feet
How much does Muscle Relaxant Injection cost?
The cost depends on the number of areas:
Currently we have an internet special
• 1 Area Muscle Relaxant Injection $350 (instead of $400) (e.g. Glabella)
• 2 Areas Muscle Relaxant Injection $550 (instead of $600) (e.g. Glabella
and Forehead)
• 3 Areas Muscle Relaxant Injection $750 (instead of $800) (e.g. Glabella,
Forehead and Crow's Feet)
• Non-Surgical Brow Lift $450
What is my next step?
To find out whether Muscle Relaxant
Injection Therapy will be suitable
for you, contact Dr Liane Robinson at Sydney Cosmetic Centre
on 9387 6522.
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