Wrinkle Removal

Our wrinkle removal treatment at Gentle Clinic uses purified botulinum toxin injections to temporarily relax specific facial muscles responsible for creating expression lines and wrinkles. Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where our specialist evaluates your facial anatomy, muscle movement patterns, and skin condition while discussing your aesthetic goals and expectations. During this consultation, we'll identify the optimal injection sites based on your specific concerns—whether it's forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines), crow's feet around the eyes, bunny lines on the nose, or other areas of concern. We'll create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your facial structure and desired outcome. Before your treatment, we'll provide specific preparation instructions, which may include avoiding blood-thinning medications and supplements (like aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, and fish oil) for at least one week prior to minimize the risk of bruising. On the day of your procedure, we recommend arriving without makeup on the treatment areas. The procedure itself is quick, typically taking only 15-20 minutes. First, the treatment areas are cleansed, and some patients receive a topical numbing cream for added comfort, though most find the procedure quite tolerable without it. Using an ultra-fine needle, our specialist precisely injects small amounts of the product into specific facial muscles. The number of injections depends on the areas being treated and the strength of your facial muscles. Immediately following treatment, you may experience minor pinpoint bleeding at injection sites, which stops within minutes. Some patients notice small bumps at the injection sites, but these typically disappear within 30-60 minutes. You can resume normal activities immediately after treatment, though we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, excessive heat exposure, and alcohol consumption for the first 24 hours. Specific aftercare instructions include remaining upright for 4 hours after treatment, avoiding touching or massaging the treated areas for 24 hours, and periodically contracting the treated muscles during the first few hours to help the product take effect more evenly. Results begin to appear within 3-5 days as the muscles gradually relax, with full effects visible after 10-14 days. The improvement typically lasts 3-4 months for first-time patients, and often longer (4-6 months) with regular maintenance treatments as muscles become conditioned over time. Two weeks after your treatment, we schedule a follow-up appointment to assess your results and make any necessary refinements. At Gentle Clinic, our approach focuses on achieving natural-looking results that refresh your appearance while preserving natural facial expressions and movement. For optimal long-term results, we recommend maintenance treatments 3-4 times per year, though this schedule can be personalized based on how your individual muscles respond to treatment. Our team provides ongoing guidance to help you maintain your rejuvenated appearance with a treatment plan that evolves with your skin's changing needs.