Are you looking for a long-term solution to lines and wrinkles, but don’t want the inconvenience of a surgical procedure?

Although you may not know it, in recent years, many dental teams across the UK and Ireland have been training their staff to perform non-surgical facial aesthetics. In simple terms, this means the temporary eradication of lines, wrinkles and other signs of ageing using injectables and other non-surgical methods. And not surprisingly, this has led to a boom in many people not only trying these procedures for the first time, but also discovering how remarkable facial aesthetics can be!

At Dublin 18 Dental Rooms, our dental team is proud to be able to offer our suitable patients facial aesthetics, such as dermal fillers and botulinum toxin, or Botox Dublin and will be happy to discuss these options with you. We will always aim to get you the cosmetic results you want, leaving you happy with your appearance.

If you are considering the traditional facial aesthetics procedures, you will probably have a few queries before booking the appointment. Here, our team answers 5 FAQs that we receive from our patients who are trying Botox Dublin for the first time.

How do botulinum toxin injections work?

The main ingredient in Botox Dublin (botulinum toxin) is a neuromodulator, which is injected into a specific area of your face, neck or even hands and then blocks the nerve signal. This prevents the muscles from contracting, thus leading to a reduction of movement and a lessening of lines and wrinkles.

Post-injection, you will notice that your wrinkles begin to reduce in around 3-7 days.

Can any facial area be treated with these injections?

Many facial areas benefit from the use of botulinum injections, but a few have yet to be tested.

Common areas that we inject at Dublin 18 include the eye area (crow’s feet), the forehead and lip lines. We can also inject the chin and the cheeks, to create a more noticeable dimpling effect.

It can also be used on the neck area, to soften the appearance of sagging muscles and may also be injected into the back of the hand to achieve a smoother effect.

Do the injections hurt?

In general, many patients who have had botulinum injections with our team describe a slight stinging sensation when the injections are applied. But you may feel nothing at all!

If you have concerns about discomfort with these injections, talk to our team and we will be able to apply a numbing agent to the treatment site beforehand.

How long do the effects last?

On average, the effects of botulinum toxin last around 3-4 months, but there are a few factors that can impact its longevity.

One is your age at the time of injection; more mature people tend to notice shorter-lived effects. If you smoke, drink alcohol, use sunbeds or sunbathe, then these can also cause a shorter lifespan.

Could I have them redone at a later date?

If you are happy with the effects of the injection(s) and wish to have them redone when they begin to fade, our team can reapply them every 3-4 months as required.