Anti-Wrinkle Injections in Leith, Edinburgh
A quick, well-tolerated treatment that softens the lines formed by years of facial expression. Results look natural, last approximately three months, and are administered by a GDC-registered dentist with dedicated facial aesthetics training.
OVERVIEW
Newkirkgate Dental Care at 2 Great Junction Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 5LA provides anti-wrinkle injection treatment for patients in Leith and across Edinburgh. Anti-wrinkle injections use a purified protein to temporarily relax facial muscles responsible for dynamic lines, including frown lines between the brows, forehead lines and crow’s feet at the outer corners of the eyes. Results are visible within four to seven days and typically last two to four months. Treatment is administered by Dimitrios Chatzikamagiannis, a GDC-registered dentist with dedicated facial aesthetics training in London. To book a consultation, call 0131 554 3509 or visit newkirkgatedental.co.uk.
A Fresher Look, Right Here in Leith
Dynamic facial lines, the ones formed by repeated muscle movement over many years, are one of the most common aesthetic concerns among patients in their thirties, forties and beyond. Frown lines between the brows that make someone look more serious than they feel. Forehead lines that appear even at rest. Crow’s feet that deepen with every smile.
These lines are not flaws. They are the natural result of a life well-lived, of expressions felt and shown. But for patients who feel they have become a defining feature rather than a natural characteristic, anti-wrinkle injections offer a straightforward, well-evidenced solution.
At Newkirkgate, anti-wrinkle injections are administered by Dimitrios Chatzikamagiannis, a GDC-registered dentist who completed dedicated aesthetics training in London. The treatment takes between ten and twenty minutes, requires no downtime, and produces results that look like a rested, refreshed version of the patient rather than something that has been done to their face.
We see anti-wrinkle injection patients from all across Edinburgh, including from Portobello, Newhaven, Trinity, Inverleith, Bonnington, Pilrig, Musselburgh and Edinburgh city centre.
What Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections and How Do They Work?
Anti-wrinkle injections use a highly purified protein, derived from a naturally occurring bacterium and refined to pharmaceutical grade, to temporarily interrupt the signals between the nerve and the muscle at the injection site. When the targeted muscle relaxes, the overlying skin smooths, and the dynamic line associated with that muscle movement softens or disappears.
The effect is temporary. The protein is gradually broken down by the body over two to four months, after which normal muscle activity returns and the treatment can be repeated. With regular treatment over time, many patients find the lines become less pronounced even between treatments, as the underlying muscles become habituated to resting.
Anti-wrinkle injections address dynamic lines specifically, those caused by muscle movement. They are not effective for static lines, those present even without muscle movement, which are better addressed with dermal fillers or other treatments. Your practitioner will identify which type of lines you have and recommend the most appropriate treatment at your consultation.
Areas Treated With Anti-Wrinkle Injections at Newkirkgate
Frown Lines
The vertical or diagonal lines between the brows, formed by repeated contraction of the corrugator and procerus muscles. These lines can give a persistent appearance of frowning, seriousness or fatigue even when the face is relaxed. One of the most commonly treated areas and typically one of the most dramatic results.
Forehead Lines
The horizontal lines across the forehead formed by the frontalis muscle when raising the eyebrows. These lines often become visible at rest in the thirties and deepen progressively with age. Treatment requires careful dosing to soften the lines while preserving natural brow movement and expression.
Crow's Feet
The fine lines that radiate from the outer corners of the eyes, formed by the orbicularis oculi muscle during smiling and squinting. One of the first areas to show visible ageing in many patients, and one of the most responsive to anti-wrinkle treatment.
Brow Lift
Small amounts placed strategically beneath the tail of the brow can produce a subtle lift to the outer brow, opening the eye and creating a more alert, refreshed appearance without surgery.
Bunny Lines
The lines across the bridge of the nose formed by the nasalis muscle during certain expressions. Often treated alongside frown lines for a more complete result in the upper face.
Lip Lines
Fine vertical lines above the upper lip, sometimes called smoker's lines, formed by repeated contraction of the orbicularis oris. Treatment in this area requires a light touch and precise placement to avoid affecting lip movement.
Chin Dimpling
The orange-peel texture that appears on the chin due to the mentalis muscle. Small amounts placed in the chin muscle can smooth this texture effectively.
What Happens During Your Anti-Wrinkle Appointment
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1ConsultationEvery treatment begins with a consultation. Dimitrios takes your full medical history, discusses your concerns and goals, assesses the areas being treated and explains the proposed treatment in detail. He identifies the specific muscles responsible for the lines you want to address and plans the injection points accordingly.
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2TreatmentThe treatment itself is quick, typically ten to twenty minutes for most patients. The skin is cleaned and the injections are administered using a very fine needle. Most patients describe the sensation as a brief, mild sting. No anaesthetic is required, though a topical numbing cream can be applied beforehand if preferred.
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3Immediately AfterThere may be some mild redness or small bumps at the injection sites immediately after treatment. These typically resolve within twenty to thirty minutes. Makeup can be applied after the appointment. You can return to normal activities immediately.
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4ResultsResults are not immediate. The protein takes time to take effect as the muscle gradually relaxes. Most patients begin to notice a difference at three to four days and the full result is visible at seven to fourteen days. A follow-up review is scheduled at two weeks to assess the result and make any small adjustments.
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5LongevityResults typically last two to four months, varying between individuals. Regular treatment over time means many patients find the results last progressively longer as the treated muscles become habituated to resting. Most patients choose to have treatment two to three times per year to maintain their results.
Aftercare Following Anti-Wrinkle Injections
Following treatment, a small number of simple precautions help to ensure the best result:
- Avoid lying flat for four hours after treatment
- Avoid touching, rubbing or massaging the treated areas for the remainder of the day
- Avoid vigorous exercise, saunas, steam rooms and significant alcohol consumption for 24 hours
- Avoid facials, skin treatments and significant heat exposure to the face for 48 hours
- Sleep on your back if possible for the first night
Dimitrios provides full written aftercare instructions at every appointment.
Realistic Expectations for Anti-Wrinkle Treatment
Anti-wrinkle injections work very well for dynamic lines, those formed by facial muscle movement. They do not address static lines that are visible even at rest without muscle activity, volume loss in the cheeks or midface, skin laxity or jowling, or deep folds around the mouth. These concerns are better addressed with dermal fillers, skin treatments or other interventions.
At your consultation, Dimitrios assesses your face honestly and recommends only what is genuinely likely to achieve the result you want. If anti-wrinkle injections alone are not the most appropriate treatment for your concerns, he will explain why and discuss the alternatives.
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How the Process Works
Simple, straightforward and entirely at your pace. Here is what to expect from your facial aesthetics appointment at Newkirkgate Dental Care.
Step 1 — Consultation
We start with a thorough consultation. Dimitrios assesses your concerns, reviews your medical history and explains exactly what treatment involves, what results are realistic and what aftercare looks like. No obligation to proceed.
Step 2 — Treatment
Your appointment is typically 10 to 30 minutes. We take our time with preparation, work precisely and check in with you throughout. You leave the same day with no downtime required.
Step 3 — Review
A two-week follow-up is included with every treatment. We assess the result, answer any questions and make any small adjustments needed to ensure you are completely happy.
REGISTRATION
Register With Newkirkgate Dental Care
Whether you’re new to Leith, new to Edinburgh, or just long overdue a visit, we’d love to have you. We’re accepting new NHS and private patients right now, and getting registered takes just a few minutes. Once you’re with us, we’ll take care of everything else.
- Free NHS check-up every 12 months, no bill at the end
- Same-day emergency slots held back for registered patients every day
- Open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings
- Every member of our team is trained to work with nervous patients
- NHS and private care, the same warm welcome either way
We’re inside Newkirkgate Shopping Centre on Great Junction Street, right next to Boots. Walk in, give us a call, or register online, whichever feels easiest.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Anti-Wrinkle Injections
Anti-wrinkle injection fees at Newkirkgate Dental Care in Leith are to be confirmed. Contact the practice on 0131 554 3509 to book a consultation with Dimitrios Chatzikamagiannis where treatment options and costs will be discussed clearly. Patient finance through Tabeo is available for treatment packages. A full written cost breakdown is provided before any treatment begins.
Results from anti-wrinkle injections typically last between two and four months, varying between individuals depending on the areas treated, the dosage used, the patient's metabolism and lifestyle factors. Many patients find that with regular treatment the results last progressively longer over time. Most patients choose to repeat treatment two to three times per year to maintain their results consistently.
Most patients describe the injections as a brief, mild sting, comparable to a small scratch. The needle used is very fine and the amount of solution injected at each point is tiny. The whole treatment typically takes ten to twenty minutes and requires no anaesthetic, though a topical numbing cream can be applied beforehand if preferred. The majority of patients find the experience significantly more comfortable than they anticipated.
Not when treatment is carried out correctly. The key to natural-looking anti-wrinkle results is appropriate dosing and precise placement, which preserves natural facial expression while softening the lines caused by muscle overactivity. At Newkirkgate, Dimitrios Chatzikamagiannis takes a measured, conservative approach. The goal is always a refreshed, natural result rather than a frozen or dramatically altered appearance. A two-week review appointment is included to assess the result and make any small adjustments.
Anti-wrinkle injections have a long and well-documented safety record when administered by a qualified clinical practitioner who understands facial anatomy. At Newkirkgate, treatment is provided by a GDC-registered dentist with dedicated facial aesthetics training in London. A thorough medical history is taken at every consultation to identify contraindications. Side effects are typically mild and temporary, most commonly small bruises or redness at the injection sites. Serious complications are rare and are significantly less likely when treatment is provided in a proper clinical environment by a practitioner with appropriate training.