FROWN LINES INJECTIONS

A Relaxed, Youthful Expression

Repeated movement of the muscle between the eyebrows, which creases every time you frown or squint, causes frown lines. This area, known as the Glabella, can be treated with a muscle relaxant that causes this underlying muscle to contract less. This is one of the most popular areas for muscle relaxant treatments. Frown Lines injections can smooth existing wrinkles and also stop the lines from becoming deeper by preventing the repeated muscle movements causing them. Patients with particularly deep frown lines may want to combine this treatment with dermal filler injections to “fill in” the indentations in the skin.

What to expect from Frown Line Injections?

Frown line injections can be performed in our clinic in less than an hour. A thin needle is used to deliver the muscle relaxant directly into the muscle between the eyebrows and takes just a few moments. Following the injection, the anti-wrinkle product works by causing the muscle to relax.

After receiving a frown line treatment, you’re free to resume your normal activities as there is no required recovery period. This is why frown line injections have become a popular “lunchtime rejuvenation” treatment for patients seeking a quick treatment with no downtime.

Within about a week, the frown lines will have become less noticeable. The muscle relaxant that has been injected blocks signals from the nerves, causing the muscle underneath your frown lines to become weakened. Since the muscle can no longer fully contract, deep creases become smoother. Many patients report noticing differences in their frown lines within just a couple of days.

The effects of frown line injection treatment usually last 3-4 months. As the muscle relaxant wears off, the muscle under the frown lines will regain its ability to contract, and the lines will reappear. Many of our patients schedule regular injections to keep their frown lines at bay.

72-HOURS BEFORE TREATMENT

• AVOID the use of Ibuprofen, Asprin, Aleve, Fish Oils and Vitamin E Supplements – this helps to prevent bruising
• AVOID the use of topical products containing Tretinoin, Retin-A, Retinol, Retinoids, Glycolic Acids, Alpha Hydroxy-Acid or other “Anti-Aging” product

24-HOURS BEFORE TREATMENT

• AVOID excessive alcoholic beverages 24 hours before your treatment – this helps to prevent the likelihood of bruising.

DAY OF TREATMENT

• Arrive 5 – 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment with a clean face – please do not wear makeup

POST-TREATMENT CARE

• Use a cold compress to reduce swelling or bleeding, if necessary. Ice and over-the-counter medication can be used to reduce any minor side effects. If you do experience these effects, they are easily concealable with makeup.
• AVOID makeup or product application for 24 hours after treatment to help prevent infection
• AVOID exposure to intense heat (sun lamp or sunbathing) and/or intense cold for 24 hours after your anti-wrinkle injection treatment
• AVOID the use of Ibuprofen, Asprin, Fish Oils and Vitamin E Supplements for 24 hours after your treatment
• AVOID rubbing for your face and any strenuous activities for up to 72-hours post-treatment

RESULTS

• It takes between 5 days and 10 days for frown line injectables to take effect. 

TREATMENT FREQUENCY

• Most patients require their frown line injectable treatments 3 to 4 times a year for optimal results. 

• After several maintenance treatments, your facial muscles being treated begin to respond much quicker and remain trained, thus requiring less frequent treatments. 

  If you have any questions or concerns, contact Harbour Medispa Wilston