Non-Surgical
Facial
Re-Shaping

The Scientific Stuff

There are dozens of muscles in the face and neck that are responsible for shaping the mid to lower part of the face. There are small muscles that pull the corners of the mouth down to give a 'sad' expression. Other muscles are used to chew food and grind the teeth. These muscles can grow and create bulges on the outer part of the lower face to give the face a square appearance. Some muscles are made up of strap-like bands that extend all the way from the chest to the jawline. These muscles enhance jowls and give a sagging look to the lower face. Many of these muscle groups are working to create a certain shape or feature on the face from a young age. Combine this with natural aging and a face can take on features that are not flattering and can make a person look sad and older than they are in actuality.

The Good Stuff

Facial re-shaping involves the use of Botulinum A Protein, which is injected into these various muscles of the face and neck. By relaxing these muscles and reducing the ability to contract them, the face can be re-shaped to correct jowling and soften a square jawline. The injections reduce the strength of one muscle and allow other muscles to be more effective, which results in a change of the shape of an area eg relaxing cheek muscles can change the shape of a face from square to oval.

What You Need To Know

Facial reshaping injections work as a temporary block, stopping the transfer of impulses from the brain to the muscle via nerves. This stops the muscle from contracting so strongly and forming a wrinkle, crease, groove or bulge on the skin. The relaxation of the muscle occurs 2-3 days after the injection and reaches its peak effect after about 10-14 days. The effect lasts a few months gradually wearing off from around 2-3 months onwards. It is advisable to repeat the injections every 3 months to achieve the best results otherwise the full effects will usually wear off after 4-6 months depending on the dose used and the area injected.

What I Need To Tell You

Yes, this treatment does involve the use of tiny little needles and there is a very very small amount of discomfort involved with the injection. But trust me, it is worth it and the minimal discomfort is over in an instant! It is extremely rare to get any bruising from the injection but try not to take any medications or natural supplements for a day or so before the treatment that might encourage bruising e.g. Nurofen, Aspirin and Fish Oils. You can put makeup on immediately after and no one would even know that you are one of the millions of people enjoying the benefits of this treatment right now all over the world! You can go right back to what you were doing be it work or play! To ensure the best results and reduce any possible complications from these injections it is important that you follow the aftercare instructions given to you by your cosmetic practitioner.