Wrinkles

Wrinkles (rhytids) are a normal result of aging. Some people have more wrinkles than others at the same age. Others may dislike the wrinkles on a particular area of their face.

Wrinkles can be reduced by the use of a variety of dermal filling agents. Some of theses are derived from animal products and others are synthetic.

The appearance of lines and wrinkles can be improved a little or a lot, depending on the severity or depth of wrinkles and the quantity of the product used.

These dermal filling agents can only be supplied through a registered medical practitioner who is trained in the use of these products. The products have varying life spans from temporary - lasting about three months, to more permanent options.

By treating the wrinkles or lines that bother you - you may feel more attractive and less conscious of your age. You may like to have a treatment for a special occasion or as an ongoing process to keep looking your best.

Expression Lines

Some wrinkles and lines are more prominent with particular facial expressions. For example - smiling can cause “crow’s feet” lines around the eyes, frowning can cause lines between the eyebrows and raising the eyebrows can give horizontal lines on the forehead. All of these can be minimised therefore reducing the appearance of theses lines.

Other expression lines that can be treated include:

• down turned corners of the mouth (sad mouth)
• “popply chin” or dimpled chin
• deep chin crease
• prominent “smokers lines” or upper lip lines
• “bunny scrunch” lines on the side of the nose
• lower eyelid lines
• nasal flare
• muscle bands on the neck

The way these are treated is by the use of a neurotoxin that reduces the movement of the muscles that cause these particular expression lines. The effect of this treatment lasts 3-4 months.

The commonly treated areas include frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet. All of the lines mentioned above however, can also be treated.

Pigmentation

Ageing, pregnancy and some other disorders can cause the skin to become patchy or discoloured. Brown patches can occur, as can visible veins or redness.

There are various ways of treating these types of pigmentation including bleaching and laser treatment. We can advise you on what may be best for your condition.

Skin Texture

Skin texture may also become uneven with age and sun exposure. This can give a dull, aged appearance. A series of chemical peels may improve this as well as stimulate new collagen formation and reduce surface pigmentation.

This treatment will leave your skin feeling extra clean and smooth.

Sun Damage

The harsh Australian climate causes skin damage that accumulates over many years leading to sun spots, pigmentation, changes in skin texture, collagen damage and eventually skin cancers including melanoma.

We can assess your skin and recommend preventative and other treatment options. Skin cancer can be treated at the Brighton Day Surgery.