What happens as Anti-wrinkle injections begin to wear off?
The results of anti-wrinkle injections generally last 3-4 months. As its effects wear off, the skin will return to its natural, pre-treatment state. If you decide against further injections, your skin will be left in the same condition it was before treatment; it will not be any more wrinkled than it was before treatment.
Will I still be able to make facial expressions?
One of the worries many patients express is that the injections will make it impossible for them to move their faces. While muscle relaxants do relax the muscle activity causing wrinkles, when used correctly they should not affect your ability to frown, look surprised, and make other facial movements. When overdone, muscle relaxants do have a tendency to cause a frozen appearance. At Contour, our medical professionals are skilled at using the right amount of product. You will not look as though you’ve had “work done” and will still be able to move your facial muscles.
Is there anything I should avoid after anti-wrinkle injections?
Botox is a quick and safe procedure that has little impact on your usual daily activity post treatment. However, to allow anti-wrinkle injections to work optimally in the target muscles, the following precautions are suggested:
- No rubbing or massage of treated areas for at least 48 hours
- No strenuous exercise for 24 hours after treatments
- Keep upright for 4 hours post treatment
- Avoid tightly fitted headwear within 24 hours of treatment
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen and excessive alcohol before and within 24 hours of the treatment to decrease the risk of bruising