Are facial lines and wrinkles making you look and feel older than you are? At The Chiltern Medical Clinic, we have the solution to help you achieve a more youthful appearance with Botox in Berkshire.
Botox injections or Botox treatment is a safe and effective way to reduce fine lines and wrinkles without a facelift or going under the knife. From frown lines and forehead lines to crow’s feet, our team at the Berkshire clinic can help enhance your natural beauty.
At The Chiltern Medical Clinic, you will be in the safe hands of medical professionals who are experts in anti-ageing treatments. This includes wrinkle-relaxing injections and dermal fillers. We will work with you to create a tailored treatment plan that will address your lines and wrinkles, giving you natural-looking results.
If you want to know more about Botox injections or discuss your treatment options, contact our Berkshire clinic by calling us on 0118 958 2016 or email us at help@chilternmedical.co.uk
What are Botox injections?
Botox treatment, also known as anti-wrinkle injections, is a popular treatment that helps to target and reduce fine lines and wrinkles on the face.
Anti-wrinkle injections work by using a small dose of Botulinum toxin to relax specific facial muscles. These are the muscles that control our facial expressions such as frowning or smiling.
They do not freeze these muscles, but rather they stop them from contacting, which means that any lines that appear because of the pull of the underlying muscles will fade.
The results last for 3-4 months, at which point the muscles will go back to working normally and your lines and wrinkles will come back.
Anti-wrinkle treatment does much more than tackle facial wrinkles. It can also help to treat excessive sweating and relax the skin that surrounds acne scarring to help improve its appearance. Again, you will need repeat treatments to maintain the results.
What areas can you get anti-wrinkle injections?
Anti-wrinkle injections will only work on dynamic wrinkles (wrinkles caused by facial movement). These wrinkles are also known as expression lines.
The most common areas for these lines and wrinkles include:
- Frown lines – on the forehead and just above the eyebrows
- Forehead lines – horizontal lines across the forehead
- Crow’s feet – the outer corners of the eyes (also known as laughter lines)
- Bunny lines – fine lines on the sides of your nose
- Lip lines – from pursing your lips
Botox injections vs dermal fillers
We find that our patients often get confused about the difference between Botox treatments and dermal fillers. This is why we are here to break down what each one does.
Anti-wrinkle injections work best on fine lines and wrinkles that appear on the face when you use your facial muscles. The Botox helps to temporarily relax these muscles.
Dermal fillers or skin fillers are different. They work on deep set wrinkles that remain static on the face. They help to plump to restore volume in areas of the face where the skin is sagging.
Fillers contain hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance found in the skin. It hydrates and strengthens the skin. They add volume and definition to the cheeks, lips, nose and jawline. Dermal fillers can also help with collagen stimulation in the skin, which leads to stronger and firmer skin over time.
If you are not sure which treatment is right for you, contact our Berkshire clinic today.
What happens during anti-wrinkle treatment in Berkshire?
Your first step is to meet with one of our medical aesthetic doctors for a consultation. This is where we can get to know more about you, assess your skin and look at your medical history. From this, we will develop a bespoke treatment plan to help you achieve optimal results.
During the treatment, your doctor will talk you through where the injection sites will be and how much Botulinum toxin they will use. We use very tiny needles to inject the face and we only use small doses of the Botox treatment. Most patients describe the treatment as being relatively comfortable. You will feel a small pinch or scratch when the injections go in.
Your treatment should take no longer than 30 minutes to complete. You can go back to your normal activities straight away including driving. The doctor will give you some aftercare instructions to take home so that you can get the most out of your results.
It can take 1-2 weeks for the Botox injections to do their job and for your wrinkles to fade. This will last for 3-4 months, at which point, we advise you to book an appointment to have a top-up treatment.
Am I suitable for Botox treatment?
Because Botox treatment has an exceptional safety record, most people are suitable to have it. However, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking antibiotics or have a severe neuromuscular disorder, you will not be able to have this treatment.
We take you through your treatment options at your free, no-obligation consultation. Even if you are not suitable, we will help you find another skin treatment to help reduce your lines and wrinkles.
Botox clinic Berkshire – treatment with the experts
When you are considering cosmetic treatments such as Botox, you want to find a skin clinic you can trust. This is why you should make The Chiltern Medical Clinic your first choice. We are a team of experienced medical professionals who are skilled in non-surgical treatments and minor surgeries. We always adhere to strict medical guidelines and codes set forth by the General Medical Council.
We pride ourselves on always helping our patients make the decision that is right for them. We will only recommend cosmetic and skin treatments if they are suitable for your skin type and skin issues, and if they will help improve your overall skin health.
Our aim is to give you the best treatment experience possible so that you leave us feeling like the best version of yourself.
How to find us
You can find our clinic on Broad Street, which is the main shopping area in Reading. If you are travelling by car, you will find parking available at either the Chatham Street Car Park or Broad Street Shopping Centre car park.
If you are travelling by train, we are only a five-minute walk from Reading train station or a short taxi ride away.
Address
The Chiltern Medical Clinic
60 Broad Street
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 2AF
Email: help@chilternmedical.co.uk
About Berkshire
The Royal County of Berkshire, affectionately referred to as simply Berkshire, holds the distinction of being a picturesque ceremonial county situated in the vibrant region of South East England. This charming county is embraced by a tapestry of neighbouring counties, with Oxfordshire to the north, Buckinghamshire to the north-east, Greater London to the east, Surrey to the south-east, Hampshire to the south, and Wiltshire to the west, creating a rich tapestry of landscapes and cultural influences.
