Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Lines & Wrinkles)
Botulinum toxin is a prescription-only medicine used to soften lines and wrinkles across the upper face. Before treatment, you receive a full clinical consultation with our Prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioner to assess your concerns, medical history, suitability, expected results and potential risks. Treatment is individually tailored to your facial anatomy to achieve a balanced, natural-looking result.
Individual assessment & treatment by a Prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
A £25 consultation deposit is payable at booking and fully deducted from your total treatment cost if you proceed.
Areas this treatment can help with
- Frown lines – vertical lines between the eyebrows
- Forehead lines – horizontal lines across the forehead
- Crow's feet – lines around the outer corners of the eyes
- Combination treatments (1, 2 or 3 traditional areas for overall facial balance)
The treatment in plain terms
Botulinum toxin temporarily relaxes the targeted facial muscles, reducing repetitive movement so the overlying skin can smooth out. Dosing and injection points are carefully calibrated to your muscle dynamics so your natural expressions are preserved. Forehead treatment may sometimes require the frown-line area to be treated alongside it to maintain an even, harmonious brow position.
The Science Behind Anti-Wrinkle Treatment
The lines and wrinkles of the upper face are caused by repeated contraction of the underlying muscles every time you frown, raise your eyebrows or smile. The frontalis muscle lifts the brow and creates the horizontal forehead lines; the corrugator and procerus muscles between the eyebrows bunch the skin into vertical frown lines; and the orbicularis oculi around the eyes creates crow's feet. Over years of repeated movement, the overlying skin creases more deeply and the lines become visible even at rest. Botulinum toxin type A is a prescription-only medicine that temporarily reduces the nerve signals telling these muscles to contract. With the muscles at rest, the overlying skin can smooth out and the lines soften, while your natural expressions are preserved by careful, individualised dosing. The effect is gradual and temporary, typically lasting around three to four months, after which muscle activity gradually returns and treatment can be repeated.
What the treatment can help with
Facial Aesthetics Options & Consultation Fees
Detailed breakdowns of our traditional facial area packages, consultation services, and 2-week review process.
One Area – Facial Aesthetics Consultation & Treatment
Assessment and treatment of one traditional facial area: Frown lines (vertical lines between the eyebrows), Forehead lines (horizontal lines across the forehead), or Crow's feet (lines around the outer corners of the eyes). Forehead treatment may sometimes require the frown-line area to be treated as well to maintain a balanced, natural result.
Two Areas – Facial Aesthetics Consultation & Treatment
Assessment and treatment of two traditional facial areas selected from frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet. Individually tailored to achieve a balanced, natural-looking result following assessment of your facial anatomy and muscle movement.
Three Areas – Facial Aesthetics Consultation & Treatment
Assessment and treatment of all three traditional facial areas: frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet. Tailored following assessment of your facial anatomy and muscle movement for harmonious, natural facial rejuvenation.
Consultation & Treatment – Unsure Which Treatment to Choose
Suitable for clients considering anti-wrinkle treatment who are unsure which areas or treatment option would be most appropriate. Includes an assessment of your concerns, facial anatomy and muscle movement, with a personalised recommendation across traditional or advanced areas.
Facial Aesthetics 2-Week Review
For clients who received treatment at Smiths Medical Group and are within 2–3 weeks of initial treatment. We assess your outcome, discuss results, address concerns, and offer a small adjustment if clinically appropriate.
Consultation for Lines & Wrinkles Options
Facial Aesthetics Consultation (Smiths Medical Clients Only)
Botulinum Toxin Consultation with a Prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioner. A £25 consultation fee is payable at booking. If you proceed with treatment, this fee will be deducted from the total treatment cost. If you choose not to proceed, the fee is non-refundable as it covers the consultation and the clinician’s professional time.
Prescriber Consultation (Clients from Other Clinics)
For qualified practitioners to book their clients for an independent prescriber consultation before botulinum toxin treatment. Full assessment of medical history, medications, allergies, treatment goals and clinical suitability. Where clinically appropriate, a prescription is issued to support the treatment plan agreed with the treating practitioner. No treatment is provided at Smiths Medical Group; the referring practitioner administers treatment and provides aftercare.
From consultation to review
Clinical consultation & assessment
Full review of your medical history, current medications, allergies, and treatment goals with our Prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Your £25 consultation deposit is deducted from your treatment cost if you proceed.
Personalised treatment plan
Assessment of your facial anatomy and muscle movement to select 1, 2 or 3 traditional areas (frown, forehead, crow's feet) or advanced areas, agreeing on expected outcomes and confirmed pricing before proceeding.
In-clinic treatment
Precise micro-injections using an ultra-fine needle. The procedure is quick, well tolerated and completed within a 30-minute appointment.
Complimentary 2-week review
Book your complimentary 2-week review (within 2–3 weeks of initial treatment) to assess outcomes, discuss results and receive a small adjustment if clinically appropriate at no extra charge.
Getting ready & looking after your treatment
Anti-wrinkle treatment is straightforward, but a little preparation helps it go smoothly. We'll talk through your concerns, medical history and goals at your consultation, and only proceed with treatment if it's right for you.
- Tell us about any previous facial or upper-face treatment, including fillers or anti-wrinkle treatment
- Share details of any medicines and supplements, particularly biotin and blood-thinning medication
- Let us know about any neuromuscular conditions or facial weakness
- Mention if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive — treatment isn't suitable during this time
- On the day, arrive as normal — no fasting is needed
- After treatment, avoid touching or rubbing the treated areas for the rest of the day
- Avoid strenuous exercise, lying flat and facials or facial massage for a few hours afterwards
- Keep your complimentary 2-week review so we can assess your response and symmetry
Is this treatment suitable for me?
Available to clients aged 18 and over only. Booking an appointment is a request for consultation; treatment is not guaranteed and remains subject to a full clinical assessment and informed consent. Treatment is only offered where it is considered safe and clinically appropriate. Not suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have certain neuromuscular conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Our transparent package pricing is: 1 Area: £150 (30 mins) · 2 Areas: £180 (30 mins) · 3 Areas: £210 (30 mins). A stand-alone consultation for Smiths Medical clients is £25, which is fully deducted from your treatment cost if you proceed. A complimentary 2-week review is included with your treatment.
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Ready to discuss your treatment?
Your clinician will assess your suitability, answer your questions, and only recommend treatment when it's right for you.