Facial Wrinkle Treatment in Coimbra, Portugal

Plastic Surgeon - Face-to-face consultations in Coimbra and Lisbon

Treatment with botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid.

Book your appointment

What is the difference between treatment with botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid?

The main difference between these treatments lies in their action:

Botulinum toxinrelaxes the facial muscles, reducing the muscular activity that causes the facial discomfort. expression wrinkleslike those of test and around the eyes.
Hyaluronic Acid: fills in wrinkles and furrowsIt restores lost volume and improves the contour of the face, as well as moisturising the skin.

Both can be used together to optimise the results, providing a more pronounced facial rejuvenation.

Videos

Who is suitable for treating wrinkles with botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid?

The indications for treating wrinkles with botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid are:

Botulinum toxinThe most common type of wrinkle: recommended for expression lines, such as on the forehead, glabella (between the eyebrows) and "crow's feet" around the eyes. It is effective for patients who have marked lines due to strong muscle activity in these areas.
Hyaluronic AcidIndicated for filling in furrows and restoring volume, such as nasolabial folds (smile lines) and lips. It is also used to moisturise and improve skin texture.

Both treatments are suitable for people looking to smooth out wrinkles and rejuvenate their facial appearance. A medical assessment is important to determine the most appropriate treatment for each case.

Treatment of wrinkles on the face and neck.

Expectations

Patients who opt for wrinkle treatment with botulinum toxin can wait:

Reduction of Expression Wrinkles: smoothing of lines on the forehead, glabella and around the eyes.
Visible results: usually within 3 to 7 days of treatment.
Duration: improvement of wrinkles lasts between 3 and 4 months, after which treatments can be repeated.

For hyaluronic acid treatments, expectations include:

Wrinkle and furrow fillers: restoring facial volume and contour.
Moisturising the skin: due to hyaluronic acid's ability to retain water.
Duration: the effects can last from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the depth of the wrinkle treated.

Both treatments aim for a younger, rejuvenated look with natural results.

It's important to have realistic expectations and to discuss the desired results with a health professional.

Before and After Cases - Wrinkle Treatment

In the photograph shown, we see a woman in frontal view, demonstrating the favourable results of anti-wrinkle treatment using botulinum toxin. This procedure is indicated to smooth out dynamic wrinkles, commonly known as expression wrinkles, achieving facial rejuvenation without the patient losing the naturalness of her expression and maintaining a genuine and harmonious appearance. This method stands out for being an effective solution in combating the facial lines that form with the natural movements of the facial muscles, promoting a more rested and revitalised appearance without drastic or artificial changes.

In the image in question, we see the face of a woman, captured from the front, who has undergone a wrinkle correction procedure using botulinum toxin. This treatment is considered highly effective for smoothing out dynamic wrinkles, commonly known as expression wrinkles, making it possible to soften these marks without compromising the naturalness and expressiveness of the face. The technique used ensures a harmonious result, avoiding an artificial appearance.

In the image shown, we see the face of a woman, seen from the front, who has undergone an aesthetic procedure to reduce dynamic wrinkles using botulinum toxin injections. This treatment is recognised for its effectiveness in smoothing expression lines, allowing the naturalness and expressiveness of the face to be maintained without giving it an artificial appearance. The technique used ensures a harmonious result, respecting the natural contours of the patient's face.

In the image shown, we see a female patient, seen from the front, who has effectively undergone a procedure to smooth out dynamic wrinkles by applying botulinum toxin. This method is recognised for its ability to soften expression marks while maintaining the naturalness of facial features, without giving an artificial appearance.

See more clinical cases

Note: The images shown on this page are real examples of treatments carried out by Dr Ricardo CarvalhoThese are published with the prior, free and informed consent of the users involved, respecting the rules on the protection of personal data and the right to an image.

It is important to note that results may vary from person to person, depending on individual conditions and the clinical assessment carried out. These images are not a guarantee of similar results in other cases.

The decision to carry out any treatment should be made after a personalised medical consultation and assessment, ensuring that the procedure is suited to your specific needs and conditions.

How is the treatment carried out?

Treatment takes place in the doctor's office.

This way, no prior preparation is necessary and after the treatment you can leave the clinic without any limitations.

The treatment is therefore almost painless, with no anaesthetic required.

Are the effects of botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid permanent?

The effects of botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid are not permanent.

Botulinum toxin usually lasts between 3 and 6 months, after which the muscles regain movement and wrinkles can reappear.
Hyaluronic acid can last from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the product and the area treated, before the body absorbs it naturally.

Both treatments can be repeated to maintain the results.

Why choose Dr Ricardo?

In his initial consultation, the Dr Ricardo Carvalho will listen carefully to you to understand what you hope to achieve with the surgery: your goals, preferences, doubts and fears so that you can make an informed decision about your surgery. They will also carry out a thorough assessment.

He is a plastic surgeon with solid training and vast experience, who is able to achieve excellent results, as evidenced by his many

He is a plastic surgeon with solid training and vast experience, who is able to achieve excellent results, as evidenced by his many clinical cases (before and after).

Graduated from the University of Coimbra, he specialised in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (professional certificate no. 44167, from the University of Coimbra). Medical Association).

Dr Ricardo uses the operating theatre at the SANFIL clinic in Coimbra, which is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and has operating, recovery and hospitalisation rooms, offering a space with all the conditions for safety and well-being during his surgery.

Portrait of Dr Ricardo Carvalho, a plastic surgeon working in Coimbra and Lisbon, wearing a dark blue suit and tie with a fine pattern. He has his arms crossed and is smiling, with a black background.

Should I consider treating wrinkles with botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid?

When considering the treatment of wrinkles with botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid, it is important to evaluate:

Aesthetic goals: If you want to reduce expression wrinkles, toxin may be more suitable. Hyaluronic acid is suitable for filling in furrows and moisturising.
Duration of Effects: Botulinum toxin lasts about 3 to 6 months, while hyaluronic acid can last up to 2 years.
Maintenance: Toxin requires more frequent touch-ups than hyaluronic acid.
Natural Results: Both offer results that don't alter facial expression.
Professional Qualification: Make sure the procedure is carried out by an experienced doctor.

Also consider a consultation with a specialist to discuss your expectations and ensure that the treatment you choose is best suited to your individual needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS BOTULINUM TOXIN?

Botulinum toxin is a protein that temporarily paralyses muscles. It is therefore used in various areas of medicine, such as ophthalmology (to treat strabismus) or urology (to treat bladder spasticity).

In plastic surgery, it is used to smooth out facial wrinkles, also known as "expression wrinkles".

DOES BOTULINUM TOXIN TREAT ALL WRINKLES?

No.

The treatment is only applied to so-called "expression wrinkles", i.e. those that appear during movement.

It therefore doesn't treat static wrinkles, i.e. those that are present even at rest. For these wrinkles, it is therefore necessary to combine Botulinum Toxin with other treatments such as peeling, resurfacing or hyaluronic acid.

WHICH WRINKLES CAN BE TREATED WITH BOTULINUM TOXIN?

Botulinum Toxin can be used to treat wrinkles in the frontal region ("forehead" horizontal wrinkles), as well as in the gabella (the region between the eyebrows; usually here you can see two vertical wrinkles - the "eleven" - and one or two horizontal wrinkles), periocular wrinkles ("crow's feet") or perioral wrinkles ("bar code").

DOES BOTULINUM TOXIN CREATE HABITUATION?

Botulinum toxin does not produce habituation. However, when the patient wants to stop using it, the skin will probably wrinkle again.

CAN BOTULINUM TOXIN CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS?

It's very rare. However, some people may experience "flu-like" symptoms, such as aches and pains, tiredness, weakness or headaches. However, these symptoms are usually temporary (1 or 2 days) and are often treated with paracetamol alone.

CAN BOTULINUM TOXIN BE USED TO TREAT HYPERSUDORESIS (EXCESSIVE SWEATING)?

It can be used on the armpits, hands, feet and even the face. However, with microdeposits and very superficially, so as not to paralyse the muscles of the face.

HOW MUCH DOES BOTULINUM TOXIN COST?

As far as the application of Botulinum Toxin is concerned, each case needs to be analysed in a consultation.

For reference, prices start at €400, but the final price can only be determined following a valuation.

Please contact us via the Contact Form to get a quote tailored to your circumstances.