The duration of results lasts for around 3-4 months on average. After several treatment you may only need to come for treatments once or twice per year.

After an anti-wrinkle treatment, most patients will notice results around the third or fourth day. Full results will be visible within 10 to 14 days.

At 2 weeks you will be scheduled in for a review appointment. This is to see how well the botox has worked as everyone's anatomy is different which means the units of botox administered will vary. A touch-up will be given if necessary.

If any medication, supplements or conditions have changed since your consultation you must make the practitioner aware as certain medications can effect the treatment.

It is recommended to avoid alcohol, caffeine and direct sunlight for 24 hours before the procedure as these will make you more prone to redness and bruising. Likewise, do not take any blood thinning medication such as aspirin as these will also encourage bruising.

Please arrive to your appointment with no make-up.

There is no downtime with anti-wrinkle injections and you can return to most activities immediately after treatment.

You must stay upright for four hours after treatment to avoid swelling, bruising and movement of the botulinum toxin. Do not touch or put make-up on the treated area for at least 12 hours afterwards, and avoid exercise for 24 hours. Also avoid heat including a hot shower and steam rooms for 48 hours.

Both men and women over the age of 18 who are concerned about their gummy smile are suitable candidates for this treatment.

You will not be suitable for this treatment if you are under the age of 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, have an infection, have an extreme musculoskeletal condition, have a blood clotting condition or have had a stroke or Bell's palsy in the past. Those taking anticoagulant and/or herbal medicine such as St John's Wort are also not suitable.

Most patients do not find the treatment painful as there is only a couple of injections that are completed within a matter of seconds. If you are concerned about there being discomfort you can numb the area an hour before, however this is usually not necessary.

As with any injectable treatment, redness, swelling and bruising are potential side effects although not common. You may experience mild pain and tenderness in the treated areas which will subside within a couple of days.