We don’t think there is a person out there who hasn’t flipped through old pictures of themselves and seen one from about six years ago and thought “Oh my gosh, look how beautifully smooth my skin was”.
When you see those pictures, you feel a deep pang of nostalgia for the skin of your younger self. It’s so firm, so clear, so wrinkle-free. You had amazing skin!!
Let us at Quirke Dental Surgeons help to smooth out your lines and wrinkles with anti-wrinkle treatments. Botox for your fine lines and wrinkles can roll back the years.
If you are tired of looking at deep frown lines, forehead wrinkles and crow’s feet call us for a consultation and take the first step towards a more youthful looking you.

Botulinum Toxin has been used in the medical world for over 20 years and Botulinum Toxin Type A  -Azzalure or Botox -is the most widely used and reliable option for treatment of dynamic lines ie wrinkles and has been used in the cosmetic industry for over 10 years.

It is injected into the muscles responsible for causing wrinkles and relaxes them and therefore softens the dynamic lines caused by their continuous movement.

Static lines will not usually respond to treatment as they are in the skin but may improve somewhat over a period of repeated treatments. Effectiveness is dependent on the strength of the muscles injected and individual response.

It therefore may take time to determine the best doses and sites for any one person.

The most commonly treated areas are the forehead, glabella area (frown area between the eyebrows) and crow’s feet. It can also be used to treat bunny lines, smokers lines, gummy smile and chin.

The forehead should always be treated in conjunction with the glabella.

Full effect usually takes up to 2 weeks but there should be a noticeable improvement after 2-3 days and the benefits of treatment last between 3-4 months.

What are anti-wrinkle injections and how do they work ?

They are injections of Botox or Azzalure which are purified proteins derived from the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. Their active ingredient, botulinum toxin type A, has been used in the medical world for over 20 years. It is one of the most widely used and reliable option for treatment of dynamic lines (ie wrinkles) and has been used cosmetically for more than 10 years.

Tiny amounts are injected with very fine needles into the muscles responsible for causing wrinkles and relaxes them by stopping them from contracting. This results in softening of the dynamic lines caused by their continuous movement. Effectiveness is dependent on the strength of the muscles injected and individual response. It therefore may take time to determine the best doses and sites for any one person.

How soon will I see results?

You should start to see a noticeable improvement after 2-3 days but it will take up to 2 weeks to see the full effects

How long will it last ?

The benefits of treatment last between 3-4 months. Repeat treatments have been shown to provide longer lasting effects. Once the effects have fully worn off the muscle function returns totally and completely to normal.

Are there any side effects or complications?

The most common side effects are headache and reactions at the injection sites such as redness, swelling, irritation, stinging, pain, numbness, itching, bruising, bleeding. Less common side effects can include watery eyes or dry eyes or sometimes visual disturbances. These side effects if they occur are usually mild and very short term.

Some patients may experience a droopy eyelid or eye brow – this is temporary and will wear off as the effects of the treatment fades.

An extremely rare side effect would be muscle weakness away from the site of injection.

Am I suitable?

You are suitable unless any of the following apply to you

  • Under 18 years of age.
  • Pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
  • Taking anti-coagulant medications
  • Taking certain Antibiotics -The Aminoglycosides which include gentamycin, Amikacin, Streptomycin, Tobramycin, Neomycin
  • 2 weeks before or after a Covid Vaccine
  • Have a Bleeding disorder of any sort.
  • Suffering from any neuromuscular conditions such as Myasthenia Gravis, Eaton Lambert syndrome, Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
  • Known allergy to Botulinun toxin or a previous adverse reaction.
  • Difficulty swallowing.
  • Issues with aspiration.
  • Infection at potential injection sites.
  • Up coming dental or facial surgery.
  • Known muscular weakness of the forehead or face.
  • Already have drooping eyelids or brows.

If none of the above conditions apply to you then from a medical view point you are suitable however we will assess your suitability at consultation to ensure that Botox is the right cosmetic treatment to address your concerns.

What will happen at my appointment?

First we will ask you to complete a medical history to be sure you are suitable for treatment. We will discuss what you hope to achieve from your treatment and will decide on a treatment plan and ask you to sign a consent form.

Photographs will be taken for comparison at your 2 week review visit.

The actual treatment itself is quick and the entire session should not be more than about 30 minutes. There is really no down time after treatment and you can pretty much carry on with your daily activities within the confines of the aftercare as will be outlined for you. We will give you a written advice sheet outlining the after care.

Is it just for women ?

Absolutely not !

Man can dislike their frown lines, crows feet and forehead wrinkles just as much as women and can be treated with Botox in exactly the same way. Men’s muscles are usually stronger and they may require slightly higher doses to achieve similar result

BOTOX BEFORE TREATMENT  ADVICE

  • Avoid aspirin, if possible, for 1 week prior to treatment.
  • Avoid Alcohol and Ibuprofen for 2 days before treatment.
  • Please if possible come to your appointment with a cleanly washed face and no make up.

BOTOX AFTERCARE

  • Keep upright and do not lie down or bend excessively for at least 4 hours.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption and makeup – unless it is mineral make up for 12 hours.
  • For the next 2 days do not rub or massage the treated areas and after washing pat the skin dry gently.
  • For the next 2 weeks avoid extremes of temperatures hot and cold, sauna, steam, UV exposure, sunbeds, very hot showers, strenuous exercise etc.
  • Avoid beauty treatments such as facials or facial massages.
  • Avoid wearing tight hats or garments in the area that has been injected.
  • Remember it will take a few days to notice the effects of your treatment and could be up to 2 weeks to see the full result.

Why would I have my facial aesthetic treatment with a dentist?

During their 5 years of University training, dentists attain an in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy.

Dentists are well experienced in the handling of needles and injections in the orofacial area.

Dentists are very well equipped to ensure your safety with everyday experience of cross-infection control and drug safety.

Dr. Ursula Quirke first trained in Anti-wrinkle treatments with Cosmetica Training in Liverpool in 2017. She then went on to do more advanced training with the Aesthetic Training Academy of Ireland in 2020 and has also completed a Botulinum Toxin Complications Mastery course with Dr. Tim Pierce of SkinViva Training Academy.

FEES

Consultation                         €40

One Area Upper face           €200

Two Areas Upper face.        €260

Three Areas Upper face       €310

Gummy Smile                        €75

Smokers lines.                       €75

Bunny lines                            €75

Chin                                         €75

Gummy smile, Smokers lines, bunny lines or chin area when done on same visit as any upper face area will be charged at €50.

For further information call us on 051 421453 to arrange a totally confidential consultation about Facial Aesthetics

 

 

No More Wrinkles