Question 1

What Will It Do?

Accepted Answer

Muscle relaxing injections provide temporary facial muscle weakness or palsy to help smooth wrinkles and combat the aging process. They do not get rid of deep wrinkles which are present at rest or fine lines such as those around the mouth.

Question 2

Is it Right for Me?

Accepted Answer

If you have wrinkles that worsen with animation, muscle relaxing injections may be appropriate. You can
not have anti-wrinkle injections if:
 • You are pregnant or breastfeeding
 • You have certain neuromuscular disorders or myopathies
 • You are taking certain medications (such as aminoglycosides)

It is important to know that muscle relaxing injections can take up to a week to show maximal effect. They
are temporary and usually need to be repeated every 3-4 months.

Question 3

Will I need Anaesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Muscle relaxing injections are usually performed without anaesthesia using a very fine needle. However, if you are particularly sensitive to needles we do provide a topical cream which can help numb the skin prior to injection.

Question 4

Will I need to stay in Hospital?

Accepted Answer

No.  Muscle relaxing injections are performed in the office.

Question 5

What are the Risks and Complications?

Accepted Answer

All interventions carry risk, even if they are non-surgical. Some risks of  muscle relaxing injections include:
 • Bruising
 • Swelling
 • Asymmetry
 • Infection
 • Allergic reaction
 • Headache
 • Dry eyes or drooping upper eyelids
 • Numbness or tingling
 • Lack of response to the injection (sometime seen with repeated doses)

Question 6

How much do Muscle Relaxing Injections Cost?

Accepted Answer

Cost is dependent on the areas treated and volume of product required. A quote will be provided to you
after your consultation. If you have any further questions, please contact the Practice Manager.

Dr. Daniel Bunker

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