Information about anti-wrinkle and dermal filler treatments:
After years of squinting, laughing and frowning, the skin around the eyes and forehead will often develop deep lines and wrinkles called “expression lines”. This is caused by a loss of the body’s collagen and is an unavoidable part of the ageing process.
This loss of collagen in our bodies each year also causes our faces to lose volume (a teaspoon of fat each year) after our mid twenties. The volume loss, lines and wrinkles are exacerbated by other factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and lifestyle practices.
As we age the natural movement of our faces tends to exaggerate these when we smile or frown.
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What are the options for treating wrinkles?
Anti-wrinkle treatments
Anti-wrinkle injections
After years of squinting, laughing and frowning, the skin around the eyes and forehead will often develop deep lines and wrinkles called “expression lines”. This is caused by a loss of the body’s collagen and is an unavoidable part of the ageing process.
Before 
This 37-year-old patient sought to address wrinkling and lines in their forehead area.
After 
An injectable treatment was performed alongside the use of Muscle Relaxants to smooth lines and folds. Dermal Fillers assisted in treating the darkened skin under the eyes. Source: Mike Clague
Performed By: Mike Clague Reg No. NMW0001618803
How do anti-wrinkle injections work?
The movements of the facial muscles are controlled by signals from the brain. Anti-Wrinkle injections simply prevent the muscles from responding to these messages.
Anti-wrinkle injections are injected into the muscles of the wrinkle and frown line affected areas. This acts to relax the muscles, making them unable to move to the degree they normally are able to. This results in smoother skin which is less prone to wrinkling and furrowing.
Anti-wrinkle treatments & expectations
At your consultation our highly trained and experienced doctors and nurses, examine and assess your areas of concern and recommend a suitable treatment plan.
The anti-wrinkle injections are injected into the specific muscles that are contracting and cause the lines and wrinkles. The treatment is safe and effective, and takes approximately ten minutes. The pain is a minimal “pin prick” and no anaesthetic is required.
The effects of anti-wrinkle injection treatments can vary, but they may last between three to six months. Following several treatments the results may last longer and in some cases treatments may last up to eight to twelve months.
Dermal filler injections
The loss of collagen in our bodies each year also causes our faces to lose volume ( approximately a teaspoon of fat each year) after our mid twenties. As well as volume loss, lines and wrinkles are exacerbated by other factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and lifestyle practices. As we age the natural movement of our faces tends to exaggerate these when we smile or frown.
Before 
This 40 year old patient felt that she was looking tired and unhappy.
After 
Dermal Fillers in the cheeks and under the eyes create a natural refreshed look! These fillers can last 9 to 18 months. Source: Mike Clague.
Performed By: Mike Clague (NMW0001618803)
How does it work?
Dermal fillers are an easy and effective way to rejuvenate, reshape and boost the natural volume of skin around the face area to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles and enhance the natural contours. The treatment involves the application of Dermal Filler Injections into the affected areas. The ingredients in Dermal Fillers bind with the water in your skin to restore elasticity and fullness for healthy, natural looking skin.
Dermal Fillers are an effective way to control lines and wrinkles or to reshape and enhance the contours of your face. They can also create fuller, luscious lips to accentuate the lip line or create a more defined cupids bow.
Dermal filler injections treatments & expectations
Dermal Filler treatments involve the invasive procedure of injecting filler into the skin below the affected area, to supplement collagen lost by the skin. The treatment fills out lines and furrows to give you a younger softer appearance.
In the first day or so after your treatment you may experience some redness, swelling and tenderness in the treated areas. These reactions are normal and resolve quickly.
Dermal Filler treatments usually last between six to nine months and fade away gradually. Following several treatments the results may last longer, and in some cases treatments may last over twelve months.
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Fat Transfer to Face
Fat Transfer to the face is an alternative to Anti-Wrinkle injections and Dermal Fillers. Patients are able to have their own fat transferred to their face to reshape and recontour the face, add volume and definition to the cheeks and lips, and also decrease facial lines and wrinkles.
Before 
This 45-year-old patient sought facial treatment advice to restore volume lost from lower cheeks following molar tooth extractions.
After 
Facial volume was restored to the sunken areas using Fat transfer.
Performed By: Dr Ashley Granot (M0001026218) MBBS, FFMACCS (Med), FACP, FACNEM, ABBRM, MA5M Cosmetic Doctor, Melbourne
How does fat transfer to face it work?
Using a small needle attached to a syringe, fat tissue is removed under vacuum by Liposuction from a donor site where your fat is most tightly packed, such as your buttocks, abdomen or your hips.
Excess fluid is removed, and the fat tissue is injected with another needle to the facial area, until the desired result is achieved. If fat is collected during another procedure, your surgeon can freeze and store it for a future transfer.
Fat transfer to face treatment & expectations
Fat transfer is a serious procedure that is performed on an outpatient basis. If there is any swelling, it subsides in one to two days, and any bruising disappears in around five to ten days.
Over the first few months, some of the fat may be absorbed by your body. A Fat Transfer treatment can last many years, but in some patients some portion of the fat grafted may be absorbed by the body. To improve the success rate of a Fat Transfer procedure Stem Cell and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments can be combined to substantially increase the survival and growth rate of the fat.
While this information is intended to give you a good overall picture how muscle relaxants and fillers may help you, your doctor will need to see you to assess your individual circumstances. We can then explain all the options to you and assist you to make the right decision.
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The Me Clinic has a long history in Cosmetic Medicine, including Anti-Wrinkle Treatments.
Our experience and reputation is unparalleled and we have performed in excess of 60,000 Facial Lines and Wrinkle Treatments for our patients.
Our practitioners who specialise in Anti-Wrinkle treatments in Melbourne
We perform the following Anti Wrinkle Injections treatments
Facial Fat Transfer Treatments
Fat Transfers can plump up facial features with a patient’s own fat and is a popular alternative to other dermal filler and wrinkle treatments.
Fat Transfer to the face and cheeks is a natural, non-allergenic procedure designed to re-contour your face and can provide additional definition to your jowls and chin.
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Factor4 Treatments
Factor4 was developed to provide patients with the most up to date anti-ageing treatments which uses the body’s own blood in a highly concentrated plasma which contains anti-inflammatory, growth and repair factors. Factor4 is one the most advanced anti-ageing treatments on the market.
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Anti Wrinkle Treatments Before And After
Even after dieting and strenuous exercise there are many women and men who experience stubborn areas of fatty deposits on their tummies and legs and other areas that will not go away.
Liposuction can help with these problem areas, shape their bodies as well as helping them to look better in their favorite clothes and the ability to show their bodies off at the beach. Visit our Liposuction clinic in Melbourne and you can meet our expert team who has over 35 years cosmetic surgery experience.
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