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Due to regulatory guidelines, we are unable to list specific brand names on our website and have used replacement terms instead. To find out what these terms refer to, please contact us directly.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment has been used for aesthetic procedures for quite a while. While its efficacy is largely undoubted, there have been some discussions on its purported safety through the years. You might be considering the use of Anti Wrinkle Treatment and wondering about the drug’s safety and possible side effects. For this article, we cover the safety record of Anti Wrinkle Treatment and its side effects so you can make an informed decision.
What is Anti Wrinkle Treatment and How Does it Work?
The use of Anti Wrinkle Treatment for its primary ability to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles has existed for years. It is derived from a Anti Wrinkle Treatment produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria, and if it sounds slightly familiar, this might be because the same bacteria and toxin is the cause of the food poisoning called botulism.
When used in small amounts and within a controlled and targeted context, the Anti Wrinkle Treatment can be used to relax the muscle that it is injected into by blocking nerve signals going to and from said muscle. This stops the muscle from contracting and therefore prevents the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment can be combined with other cosmetic skin procedures to further improve the anti-aging effect it has.
How Safe is Anti Wrinkle Treatment?
Due to the way Anti Wrinkle Treatment is produced and used, it is generally safe. According to a 2005 study by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), out of all licensed uses of Anti Wrinkle Treatment from the first 13.5 years, only 36 serious adverse effect cases occurred when Anti Wrinkle Treatment was used for cosmetic reasons. Additionally, among those 36 cases, no deaths had been reported. However, when used for treatment of medical conditions (such as body muscle spasms), 33 times more adverse effect cases were reported, with some deaths occurring.
This means that when Anti Wrinkle Treatment is used in cosmetic situations, it is very safe. Many of the serious adverse effects were already previously recognized in clinical trials of Anti Wrinkle Treatment. Additionally, in many of the adverse effect cases resulting from cosmetic use, there were multiple deviations from FDA-approved recommendations for drug dose, dilution, handling, injection sites, and storage.
The study seemed to indicate that many of the serious adverse reactions were not a direct result of the use of Anti Wrinkle Treatment, but a result of the misuse of the drug or related to an underlying condition.
Another global meta-analysis study on 1678 participants who had used Anti Wrinkle Treatment for facial lines found that most adverse events related to the use of Anti Wrinkle Treatment for cosmetic use were mild or moderate.
The only slightly more significant but temporary adverse effect was eyelid sensory disorder, or the sensation of eyelids feeling “tight”, “pressured”, “heavy”, or “drooping”. Such eyelid sensory disorder or swelling was more common in Asian patients but did not end up turning serious.
Most other adverse events were related to the act of injection or a highly local reaction to the Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
Finally, a recently published 2021 review of published journal articles from 2000 to 2020 found that the vast majority of Anti Wrinkle Treatment injected-related adverse effects were mild and temporary and included reactions like:
Localised swelling
Localised pain in the injection area
Skin discolouration or reddening
Drooping of the eyelid or brow area
The evidence found by studies on Anti Wrinkle Treatment seem to point to the fact that the aesthetic use of Anti Wrinkle Treatment is safe, as long as it is stored and applied properly by a licensed professional after consultation.
As a general rule, you should always look for a trained aesthetic doctor or dermatologist for your Anti Wrinkle Treatment. While it is true that seeking Anti Wrinkle Treatment in Singapore from such professionals may be more expensive, you would be paying for their expertise, on top of just the vial of Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
Such expertise is crucial, as these professionals have knowledge of the correct method of preparation and injection of this drug. They are also trained in understanding and pinpointing the correct locations on your face for optimal effect.
Who Should not use Anti Wrinkle Treatment?
In Singapore, most people over the age of 18 can use Anti Wrinkle Treatment to improve their aesthetic look. However, there are some people with certain underlying conditions who should not use this treatment. You should not get Anti Wrinkle Treatment if you have:
Allergy to Anti Wrinkle Treatment
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Skin infections
Difficulty clotting your blood
Recent eye surgery
Muscle disorders
Nerve disorders
Seizures
Respiratory issues
Been treated with any Anti Wrinkle Treatment product in the last 4 months
Unless absolutely necessary, pregnant women should not use go for Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
Additionally, if you are taking any medication, you should share that information with your aesthetic doctor who will then assess if there are any potential side effects that can be triggered from drug interactions with Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
What are the Anti Wrinkle Treatment side effects to look out for?
Some common minor side effects at the injection area to look out for are:
Localised pain
Localised swelling or bruising
These generally resolve on their own and should not be too concerning. Doctors tend to issue creams to help with such side effects.
Other side effects are related to the application of Anti Wrinkle Treatment on specific areas of the face. If you had injections near the mouth area, you might experience unintended drooling or have a slightly crooked smile. If you had a Anti Wrinkle Treatment in Singapore near the eye area, you may experience drooping eyelids, uneven eyebrows, dry eyes or tearing. These unwanted side effects tend to be triggered by the introduction of the drug to the muscles in the area of injection. In some cases, a doctor’s technique might also affect how much of a side effect you experience.
There are some unlikely side effects that should raise a red flag. For instance, if you begin to develop symptoms that are related to Anti Wrinkle Treatment for the face, you should seek medical attention immediately. These symptoms include:
Difficulty swallowing
Difficulty speaking properly or having slurred speech
Blurry vision
Drooping eyelids
Facial weakness on both sides of the face
Paralysis
We Can Help!
Treating wrinkles and fine lines with Anti Wrinkle Treatment requires technique and skills, tailored to each unique individual. If you want Anti Wrinkle Treatment in Singapore, you should consider a detailed examination by a trained medical practitioner.
Our qualified doctors customise suitable treatment plans based on your existing face contour and desired outcomes. If you are tired of seeing fine lines and wrinkles forming on your face, SL Aesthetic Clinic can provide you with the necessary diagnosis and treatment to alleviate your aesthetic concerns. Call us now at 6235 3246, or Whatsapp us at 9850 7112.
