Rejuvenate your skin with anti-wrinkle injections in Reading
At Markham Associates, we believe a beautiful smile is best framed by healthy, radiant skin. While you might know us for caring for your teeth, our highly trained clinicians also specialise in facial aesthetics.
If you are looking to soften fine lines, refresh your appearance, or boost your natural confidence, we offer professional, safe, and subtly delivered anti-wrinkle treatment in Reading.
What is anti-wrinkle treatment?
Anti-wrinkle treatment involves using a series of tiny, precise injections to temporarily relax the specific facial muscles responsible for creating lines and wrinkles.
As we age, our skin naturally loses elasticity, and repeated facial expressions, like smiling, squinting, or frowning, can leave lasting creases. By gently relaxing these muscles, the skin above them is given a chance to smooth out, resulting in a fresher, more rested appearance.
Benefits of anti-wrinkle injections
Choosing a dental practice for your facial aesthetics means you are in the hands of professionals who understand facial anatomy intimately. Benefits include:
- Subtle, natural results: Our goal is never a frozen look. We aim to enhance your natural beauty, so you look refreshed and revitalised.
- Quick and convenient: The procedure itself typically takes around 15 to 30 minutes, so it fits in with your day.
- Minimally invasive: Treatment has virtually no downtime, so that you can get back to your daily routine.
- Expert care: As dentists, we spend years studying facial structures, meaning your injections are delivered with maximum precision and comfort.
Popular treatment areas
Anti-wrinkle injections are incredibly versatile and can be used to target several areas where signs of ageing or stress typically show:
- Forehead lines: These are the horizontal creases that show up across your forehead when you raise your eyebrows. Treatment relaxes these muscles, leaving you with a smoother, calmer forehead.
- Frown lines: These are the vertical creases that form right between your eyebrows when you concentrate or frown. Softening these lines helps take away that unintentional stern look, giving you a softer, more approachable expression.
- Crow’s feet: These are the fine, fan-like lines that crinkle around the outer corners of your eyes when you smile or laugh. Gently softening these lines opens up the face, resulting in a brighter, more refreshed, and youthful look around the eyes.
Relief from other concerns
Anti-wrinkle treatments aren’t just used for cosmetic purposes; they can be life-changing for many people suffering from chronic tension or sweating.
Bruxism (teeth grinding) & TMJ – If you wake up with a sore jaw, suffer from tension headaches, or constantly grind your teeth, your masseter muscles (the powerful chewing muscles at the side of your jaw) might be working overtime.
By relaxing these heavy-duty muscles, the treatment stops the involuntary clenching and grinding. This provides massive relief from TMJ (temporomandibular joint) pain and headaches. As a cosmetic bonus, relaxing these muscles can also beautifully slim and soften a square or heavy jawline.
Excessive sweating (Hyperhidrosis) – Severe underarm sweating can be incredibly frustrating and hard to manage with regular deodorants.
When injected into the underarms, the treatment temporarily stops the chemical signals that stimulate your sweat glands. It doesn’t affect your body’s overall ability to cool itself down, but it dramatically reduces or entirely stops the local sweating in that area for months at a time.
Facial aesthetics consultations
Every face and every patient is unique, which is why your journey with us always begins with a comprehensive facial aesthetics consultation.
Because anti-wrinkle injections use a prescription-only solution, a face-to-face consultation is a legal and ethical requirement to ensure this treatment is safe and appropriate for you. During this assessment, we will discuss your cosmetic goals, evaluate your skin, review your medical history, and create a bespoke treatment plan tailored entirely to your needs.
Your journey to smoother, more vibrant skin starts with a conversation with our friendly team. Book your comprehensive facial aesthetics consultation with us today and discover how we can help you feel confident in your skin once more.
THE DIFFERENCE
Why choose Markham Associates?
Over 40 years experience in dental services
With over 40 years experience, we are one of the most established and trusted private dental clinics in Reading.
Comprehensive range of dental services
From general and cosmetic dental treatments, to same-day emergency appointments to suit your dental needs.
Friendly, knowledgable & experienced team
Our team consists of highly experienced, GDC-registered dentists and hygienists dedicated to excellent patient care.
Frequently asked questions
Anti-wrinkle treatment is virtually pain-free. You may experience some discomfort when the injections are being administered, but this is over very quickly. Many patients don’t feel any pain. We ensure you are feeling at ease before we begin, and take a careful and gentle approach to treatment, particularly if you are nervous.
Anti-wrinkle injections, also known as Botox or Botulinum Toxin, stop the nerve endings from sending messages to the sweat glands and temporarily reduce the sweating. Anti-wrinkle injections are also commonly used to treat wrinkles by relaxing certain muscles of the face.
Yes, when carried out by a qualified and experienced professional, anti-wrinkle treatment is safe. We use regulated products and prioritise your safety above all. During the consultation stage, we take time to go through the process with you, ensuring you understand the treatment and are happy to give your informed consent to continue.
As dentists, we have an extended knowledge of facial anatomy and extensive experience in various injection techniques. We are therefore well placed to look after your skin as well as your teeth. We operate under the strict guidelines of the British Dental Association and the Care Quality Commission, and we have the optimum standards of cleanliness and hygiene across our practice. You are in safe hands.
Your anti-wrinkle treatment results are not permanent and will need to be topped up if you want your new rejuvenated look to be maintained. On average, most people will need a top-up treatment every 4 months, although it is often noted that the effects can last longer following multiple treatments.
Book an appointment
To book an appointment with our dental practice, simply get in touch with our friendly team, who will be happy to assist you in finding a convenient time. We look forward to welcoming you!
Or call us
0118 950 2275
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