Anti Wrinkle Injections

Laughing is healthy, that goes without saying. But it does cause crow’s feet around the eyes. The injection softens these lines and reduces frown lines between the eyebrows or on the forehead. The most treated zones at Wellness Kliniek are:

• Frown wrinkles (between the eyebrows)
• Forehead wrinkles
• Crow’s feet around the eyes
• Eyebrows (in the muscle that lifts the eyebrows)
• Wrinkles next to the nose (bunny lines)
• Corners of the mouth
• Chin (so-called witch’s chin or dimples in the chin)

Muscle relaxants are not only used to treat expression wrinkles; they also have other applications, such as treatment for sweating. For example, doctors also inject B***x into the forehead, armpits, hands, feet, or back to combat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).

Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating, which goes far beyond what is necessary to cool the body. The sweating can occur in specific areas such as the armpits, hands, feet, face, or back, and often has no clear cause.

B***x is a recognized and effective treatment for chronic migraine (15+ headache days per month). It is usually injected every 12 weeks into specific muscles of the head, neck, and shoulders to block pain signals and reduce muscle tension. The effect usually occurs after 2 to 3 treatments. The purpose of these injections is to prevent the brain from receiving pain signals. Ask our doctors for more information.

A gummy smile – also called a gingival smile – is a smile where more than 2 to 3 millimeters of gum is visible above the upper teeth. Your lip pulls up high when you smile. This can be perceived as aesthetically disturbing by some people.

Do you always cover your mouth with your hand when you laugh because too much gum shows? A gummy smile or gingival smile basically just means that the muscles that lift your upper lip are working too hard. This problem can be addressed with a few botulinum injections. A gummy smile treatment is performed after clinical examination by one of our doctors or dentists.

You will notice a difference within a few days. After a week, the result is optimal. The effect – of botulinum in the overactive lip muscle – lasts 3 to 6 months. After that, the treatment can be repeated.

Unconscious teeth grinding or jaw clenching can be treated with botulinum injections. B***x is injected into the masseter muscle, which is responsible for forcefully clenching the jaw, and temporarily relaxes it, reducing muscle tension and symptoms.

Bruxism, teeth grinding, jaw clenching or tooth grinding means that you unconsciously press or grind your teeth together. This often results in physical pain and dental problems. Chronic teeth grinding often also leads to headaches, earaches, migraines, and facial pain. Dental problems caused by bruxism include: loss of tooth enamel, increased tooth sensitivity, wear or breakage of the teeth.

People who grind their teeth often wake up with a sore jaw. Hypertrophy (excessive growth) of the masseter muscle can also lead to a very angular jaw. Treatments with botulinum injections relieve the burden on the jaw, the headaches, and other unpleasant consequences of bruxism. It also softens the appearance of the jaw. It is a good alternative to a night guard for teeth grinding, and you can benefit from it for 3 to 6 months. After that, the teeth grinding B***x treatment can be repeated.

B***x is the brand name of a medicine and is subject to strict legislation in several countries, including Belgium. Public advertising of prescription-only medicines, such as B***x®, is prohibited. Therefore, clinics and doctors are not allowed to promote the brand name and treatment on their websites.

However, it is allowed to provide neutral, informative explanations about treatments with botulinum toxin or botulinum injections Many clinics and doctors therefore use terms such as “anti-wrinkle injections with botulinum” or “muscle relaxants”.

Transparency about prices and results helps people form realistic expectations and make informed decisions. Showing transparent price lists and clearly presented rates prevents surprises afterwards. Before and after photos - if presented medically - provide insight into the possible effect, which is essential for trust and clarity. It visually complements written medical information.

Botulinum or botulinum toxin is the active substance (a natural protein) that temporarily paralyses muscles. B***x® is a brand name.

In a nutshell:

• Botulinum toxin = the substance that causes the effect
• B***x® = the registered trademark of manufacturer Allergan

Other brands are also used in Belgium and the Netherlands. All contain botulinum toxin type A, but differ slightly in composition, effect and price.

Botulinum (botulinum toxin) is a purified protein that temporarily relaxes muscles. This reduces wrinkles and can also treat medical complaints such as migraines or teeth grinding. Botulinum toxin blocks transmission of stimuli from nerves to muscles. Muscle strength thus decreases (muscle relaxation), causing wrinkles to fade as a result.

The injections feel like tiny pricks. Anaesthesia is usually not necessary and the treatment takes only 5 to 15 minutes.

The first effects are visible after 3 to 5 days. Maximum results are achieved after about 10 to 14 days.

The result lasts for 3 to 6 months on average. After that, the treatment can be safely repeated.

Yes, provided it is administered by an experienced doctor with approved products in a medical setting.

Wellness Kliniek is a safe choice for wrinkle treatments because of its combination of expertise, quality and patient focus.

• Experienced doctors and ISO 9001 certification: With over 25 years of experience and more than 150,000 satisfied clients, the clinic offers high-quality care. ISO 9001 certification ensures strict quality and safety standards.
• Transparent pricing and aftercare: The clinic has clear pricing structures and offers an efficient service with good aftercare.
• Wide application of wrinkle injections: Besides aesthetic applications for wrinkles, the clinic also treats medical conditions such as migraines, excessive sweating and teeth grinding with botulinum.
• Natural results: Treatments focus on subtle improvements, preserving the natural expression of the face.
• Positive patient reviews: Wellness Kliniek receives high ratings, attesting to satisfaction with treatments and service.

Do you want to do something about wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of ageing? Or do you suffer from certain physical complaints like grinding teeth or migraines? These are good reasons to opt for anti-wrinkle injections.

Whether muscle relaxants can help with your issue will be determined personally by the doctors at Wellness Kliniek. Sometimes, for example, it is better to opt for fillers. You can expect honest and professional advice from the doctor.

With anti-wrinkle injections, you are in any case choosing a solution for several months, where treatments can be repeated. It is a minimally invasive, quick and effective solution for reducing signs of age.

Botulinum muscle relaxants are suitable for adults aged 18 and over who want to reduce mimic wrinkles or treat medical complaints caused by overactive muscles in a safe and temporary way.

Anyone who would like to have mimic wrinkles (such as frown, forehead, crow's feet) on the face, around the eyes or in other areas of the face treated may be a suitable candidate for muscle relaxants. Additionally, muscle relaxants are used (medically) for people suffering from migraines, teeth grinding, gum smile and excessive sweating. It is important that you are medically fit (no indication of complications). The doctor will inform you about this.

Expert wrinkle treatment is usually a combination of different types of injections: botulinum and fillers. Wellness Kliniek offers the total package and specialises in muscle relaxer injections and fillers, as well as lipofilling. So which is the best choice if you want to rejuvenate your face? That just depends on the type of wrinkles in your face.

• Muscle relaxants with botulinum offer solutions for treating mimic wrinkles (moving muscles). This treatment is also called anti-wrinkle injection.
• Fillers add volume to fill deep wrinkles and furrows - such as marionette lines. Filling wrinkles with hyaluronic acid is also suitable for naturally thickening lips or accentuating cheekbones or the bridge of the nose.
• Lipofilling in the face is preferred if you are looking for a permanent solution, for example for deep grooves in the cheeks and jawline, or filling in depths under the eyes (tear duct).

At Wellness Kliniek, you can expect sound personal advice, as every face and issue is different. The doctor will advise you based on your wishes.

Besides the fact that muscle relaxants (with botulinum) can smooth out wrinkles, they also have medical benefits. They are used by doctors at Wellness Kliniek to treat migraines (tension headaches), excessive sweating/hyperhidrosis (including on the forehead, under the arms and on the hands and feet), teeth grinding (bruxism) and gummy smile (gum smile).

The anti wrinkle injection price is calculated according to the number of zones chosen. One zone is, for example, treating frown lines or forehead wrinkles or treating crow's feet. If you choose multiple zones in one, the price per zone goes down. This is because the start-up time can be reduced.

Anti-wrinkle treatments with botulinum are suitable for dynamic wrinkles: wrinkles caused by repeated muscle movements in the face. The most commonly treated areas are:

• Frown lines (between the eyebrows)
• Forehead wrinkles (horizontal lines)
• Crow's feet (wrinkles beside the eyes)
• Bunny lines (wrinkles on the nose when laughing)
• Lip lines (vertical lines above the upper lip)
• Chin (dimples or orange-peel skin caused by muscle contractions)
• Collars (vertical neck muscles)

Frown lines, forehead wrinkles and crow's feet are the most common areas at Wellness Kliniek, but lines on the nose, upper lip, chin, corners of the mouth and neck are also eligible for treatment.

The doctor at Wellness Kliniek starts with an intake (consultation at the clinic or remote tele-consultation) to find out your wishes. It is assessed whether you are a good candidate for using muscle relaxants, or whether another treatment (such as fillers) suits you better. During the procedure, small amounts of botulinum are injected into the specific facial muscles with a fine needle. The treatment takes around 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the specific procedure and areas chosen.

A muscle relaxant (botulinum) treatment takes around 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the number of zones you have done. Together with the initial consultation beforehand, that will be about half an hour. Of course, we will take longer if you have any specific questions.

An anti-wrinkle treatment with botulinum usually causes little to no pain. The doctor uses a very fine needle, and the injections feel like light pricks or pinpricks.
Little to no pain is also experienced afterwards. It is possible that the treated area may feel slightly swollen for a few days and you may have some small bruises.

Yes, you can usually, but you are more likely to bruise. Never stop taking blood thinners on your own initiative and inform your doctor beforehand. An experienced practitioner can carefully administer the injections and thus reduce the risk. The advice is always to consult your GP, specialist or your doctor at Wellness Kliniek first.

Botulinum starts working a few days after the injection. Gradually, you will already see a small reduction in wrinkles. After about 2 weeks, the effect is optimal. In the following weeks, the treated skin becomes smoother and smoother.

The effect of botulinum lasts on average 3 to 6 months, after which the effect gradually diminishes. Every body reacts differently to it and therefore it can vary from person to person. In addition, the effect lasts longer if you have had several treatments. The more often you opt for an anti-wrinkle treatment in the same area, the longer it normally takes before a repeat treatment is desirable. Are you dealing with strongly moving wrinkles? In the initial phase, these are usually treated a little more frequently, for example every 3 to 4 months.

Yes. This saves time and makes the process more efficient, especially for those already experienced with botulinum injections. You only need to visit the injectable clinic once and the effect of the treatment starts immediately. Of course, the doctor decides whether immediate treatment is medically justified only after the consultation. In any case, we offer the possibility of scheduling a consultation and treatment consecutively. You can easily make an appointment online.

Of course we are ready for repeat treatments with anti-wrinkle injections. Your doctor can inform you about this during the no-obligation consultation, so you know what to expect in terms of repeat treatments.

Waiting times for repeat treatments are usually short. At Wellness Kliniek, you can usually get in within two weeks, especially if you have already had a previous anti-wrinkle treatment. By making an appointment in time, you can avoid the result disappearing completely before undergoing a new treatment.

We recommend avoiding intense exercise for the first 24 hours after treatment. Try to avoid rubbing the treatment area and, if possible, do not lie on that part of the face (e.g. sleep on your back). You will receive specific aftercare instructions from your doctor. Fortunately, you have few restrictions after treatment with a muscle relaxant, and they are short-lived.

B***x is stamped as a safe medicine and has been used since 1979. It is medically approved, works only on the treated muscle and has no effect on the rest of the body. So it only works locally in a small area around the injection site.

Of course, it is important that the doctor in question injects safely and sterile. A clinic with an officially recognised quality label, such as Wellness Kliniek, meets the international standard for quality management. Treatments are carried out only by experienced doctors with specialised training. The clinic works with recognised and registered products.

Immediately after the injection, the skin may be a little sensitive and small bumps and bruises may be visible. This is usually nothing to worry about and it goes away very quickly. Other side effects, such as skin rashes, itching, headache, a flu-like feeling and a slightly drooping eyelid, are fortunately rare and transient. Consult your doctor when in doubt or if you are worried.

Yes, you still look like yourself after treatment. With correctly administered anti-wrinkle injections, you simply remain yourself. The aim is not to change your appearance, but to subtly relax your face and soften wrinkles. Experienced doctors aim for a natural result, preserving your facial expression - only with less pronounced wrinkles. Over-treatment is deliberately avoided to respect the character of your face.

There are many good clinics and B***x doctors at home and abroad that perform botulinum treatments professionally and safely. Preferably choose a clinic with a demonstrable quality label, such as ISO 9001 at Wellness Kliniek. In addition, read reviews from other patients and make sure to book a no-obligation consultation for personal advice. Wellness Kliniek is committed to the highest standards, with experienced doctors. The clinic won the WhatClinic Award for outstanding patient experiences for several years. With the expert doctors at Wellness Kliniek, you are in safe hands.

We make every effort to keep our waiting lists short. The doctors at Wellness Kliniek are eager to help you quickly. Feel free to contact us to check available dates and times, or schedule a consultation in advance via the online booking tool.

During an initial no-obligation consultation with the doctor, everything will be discussed in detail with you so you know where you stand. This way, you can decide whether an anti-wrinkle injection is for you.

For patients who like to come for repeat treatments, the consultation can usually be shortened, as the doctor is already familiar with your aesthetic goals. Schedule your repeat treatment easily online.