Refresh your appearance with anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers administered by our trained clinicians. Subtle enhancements that make you look like yourself, only more rested and youthful, never overdone or obvious.
Facial aesthetics encompasses non-surgical cosmetic treatments that refresh and enhance your appearance. At our Canterbury practice on London Road, we offer two main treatments.
Anti-wrinkle injections: These temporarily relax muscles that create expression lines, smoothing wrinkles on the forehead, between eyebrows, and around eyes. Results last 3-4 months.
Dermal fillers: These add volume to areas that have lost fullness with age, plump lips, soften deep lines, and improve facial contours. Different filler types last 6-18 months depending on the product and area treated.
Both treatments are quick (typically 15-30 minutes), involve minimal discomfort, and require no downtime. You can return to normal activities immediately, though we provide aftercare guidance to optimise results.
Patients consider facial aesthetics when they notice signs of ageing that make them look tired, stressed, or older than they feel.
Forehead lines that never go away: Horizontal lines across your forehead have become permanent fixtures, visible even when your face is relaxed. You look worried or stressed when you’re not.
Frown lines between eyebrows: The vertical lines between your brows (sometimes called “11 lines”) make you appear angry or frustrated. People ask if you’re upset when you’re perfectly fine.
Crow’s feet around eyes: Fine lines radiating from the corners of your eyes are deepening and visible even when you’re not smiling. They make you look more aged than you feel.
Lost volume in cheeks: Your face has lost the fullness it had in your 20s and 30s. Your cheeks look hollow, making you appear gaunt or tired despite getting adequate sleep.
Nasolabial folds deepening: The lines running from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth have become pronounced creases that add years to your appearance.
Thin lips: Your lips have lost volume over time or were naturally thin. You want subtle enhancement without looking obviously “done.”
Jowls and jawline definition loss: Your jawline has softened and jowls are developing, changing your facial profile and making you look older.
Looking tired despite feeling fine: People constantly ask if you’re tired or if you’ve slept poorly. The mirror shows someone who looks exhausted even when you feel energetic.
If you’re bothered by these changes but aren’t ready for surgical intervention, facial aesthetics offer effective, non-permanent solutions with natural-looking results.
Natural-looking results: When done properly by experienced clinicians, facial aesthetics make you look refreshed, not frozen or obviously “done.” You still look like yourself, just more rested and youthful.
Non-surgical and non-permanent: No incisions, no anaesthesia, no recovery time. If you don’t like results, they’re temporary. Anti-wrinkle injections wear off in 3-4 months, fillers in 6-18 months. This is appealing for first-timers nervous about commitment.
Quick treatments: Most appointments take 15-30 minutes. You can schedule treatment during lunch breaks or between other commitments.
Minimal downtime: Return to work and normal activities immediately. Mild swelling or bruising occasionally occurs but is easily covered with makeup.
Preventative benefits: Starting anti-wrinkle treatments earlier (30s-40s) can slow the formation of deep lines by preventing repetitive muscle movements that etch wrinkles into skin.
Subtle enhancement: We focus on enhancement, not transformation. The goal is looking like a well-rested, slightly younger version of yourself, not looking like a different person.
Gradual approach: Start conservatively, see how you respond, then add more if desired. This gradual approach prevents overdoing it and ensures you’re comfortable with changes.
Boost confidence: Patients tell us they feel more confident in social and professional situations when they’re not self-conscious about looking tired or older than they feel.
What they treat: Forehead lines (horizontal lines across forehead), frown lines (vertical lines between eyebrows), crow’s feet (lines around outer eyes), bunny lines (wrinkles on nose when scrunching), and gummy smile (excessive gum show when smiling).
How they work: Anti-wrinkle injections contain botulinum toxin, which temporarily blocks nerve signals to specific facial muscles. When these muscles relax, the wrinkles they create soften and smooth. Your face can still move and show expression. Properly dosed injections prevent excessive movement that creates deep lines whilst maintaining natural expressiveness.
The procedure: Using a very fine needle, your clinician injects small amounts of solution into targeted muscles. Most people describe the sensation as tiny pinpricks, mildly uncomfortable but not painful. The entire treatment takes 10-15 minutes.
Results: You won’t see immediate change. Effects develop gradually over 3-14 days as muscles relax. Maximum results appear around two weeks post-treatment. Results last 3-4 months, after which muscle movement gradually returns and lines reappear. Regular treatments every 3-4 months maintain results.
Aftercare: Avoid lying flat for 4 hours, strenuous exercise for 24 hours, and facial massages for a week. Otherwise, continue normal activities immediately.
What they treat: Volume loss in cheeks and temples, nasolabial folds (nose-to-mouth lines), marionette lines (corners of mouth to chin), thin or asymmetric lips, jawline definition and jowl softening, under-eye hollows, and chin augmentation.
How they work: Dermal fillers contain hyaluronic acid, a substance naturally found in your skin that attracts water and provides volume. When injected beneath the skin, fillers restore lost volume, plump thinned areas, and smooth deep creases. Modern fillers are reversible. If you’re unhappy with results, an enzyme can dissolve them.
The procedure: Your clinician injects filler using fine needles or cannulas (blunt-tipped instruments that minimise bruising). Most modern fillers contain local anaesthetic, so discomfort is minimal. Treatment takes 15-30 minutes depending on areas treated.
Results: Effects are visible immediately, though initial swelling can make results appear more dramatic initially. Final results settle within 2 weeks. Depending on the filler type and area treated, results last 6-18 months. Lips and areas with lots of movement metabolise filler faster. Cheeks and deeper injections last longer.
Aftercare: Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours, alcohol for 24 hours, and dental treatment for two weeks. You can apply makeup immediately if needed. Mild swelling is normal and resolves within a few days.
We discuss what bothers you about your appearance and what you hope to achieve. Your clinician examines your face, assessing muscle movement patterns (for anti-wrinkle injections), volume loss areas (for fillers), facial proportions and symmetry, and skin quality and condition.
We’ll explain which treatments would address your concerns, show you what’s realistic, and discuss risks and benefits honestly. You’ll receive clear pricing with no hidden costs.
This consultation is pressure-free. Many people book just to understand their options, then return weeks or months later when they’re ready to proceed.
We clean the treatment area and may apply topical numbing cream if you’re having fillers (though most fillers contain anaesthetic). Your clinician marks injection points, then administers treatment using fine needles. You’ll feel small pinpricks, mildly uncomfortable but brief. Most people tolerate it well without anaesthetic.
We provide aftercare instructions and book your review appointment. You can leave immediately and return to normal activities, though we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
For first-time patients, we offer review appointments to assess results and address any concerns. If you want subtle adjustments (particularly with anti-wrinkle injections), we can add small amounts to perfect the result.
We take the time to understand your medical history, assess your dental health, and create a treatment plan that works for your budget and timeline. Your smile is your story, and every story deserves individual attention.
Dr Banvir's MSc in Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry represents specialist-level training you'd typically need referrals to access. His three years working in Maxillo-Facial Surgery means he's handled complex cases most general dentists never see. Our dental background means we understand facial anatomy, proportions, and how the lower face relates to the upper face.
Digital X-rays with minimal radiation. Intraoral cameras so you can see exactly what we're seeing. Comprehensive record-keeping that tracks changes over time. We invest in technology because it genuinely improves your experience and treatment outcomes.
Generations of Canterbury families have trusted us with their dental health. That kind of loyalty doesn't come from flashy marketing. It comes from delivering quality care consistently over decades.
Dental anxiety is far more common than you think. We work at your pace, explain everything before we begin, and create an environment where you feel in control. Many of our most nervous patients now attend regular check-ups without that familiar dread.
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Registering with A1 Dental means your care is planned properly, explained clearly, and delivered consistently over years. Not patched together across disconnected appointments at different practices.
Your first visit focuses on understanding your story. We assess your dental health, discuss your goals and concerns, and map out a realistic treatment plan that respects both your timeline and budget.
What registration means:
Yes, when administered by properly trained clinicians using regulated products. Anti-wrinkle injections have been used cosmetically for over 30 years with an excellent safety record. Dermal fillers using hyaluronic acid are also well-studied and safe.
Serious complications are rare and usually result from improper technique or unregulated products. Choosing experienced, qualified practitioners and reputable products minimises risks significantly.
Not when dosed appropriately. The "frozen" look comes from using too much product or injecting incorrectly. Properly administered anti-wrinkle injections soften lines whilst maintaining natural facial movement and expression.
You can still smile, frown, and show emotion. You just won't create the deep wrinkles that make you look older or tired. Our conservative approach prioritises natural results over dramatic change.
Anti-wrinkle injections last 3-4 months typically. Some people metabolise the product faster, others slower. First-time patients often find results last slightly less time. With regular treatments, duration can extend slightly.
Dermal fillers last 6-18 months depending on the product type, area treated, and your metabolism. Lips and highly mobile areas metabolise filler faster. Cheeks and deeper injections last longer.
Most people describe the sensation as small pinpricks, mildly uncomfortable but not painful. Anti-wrinkle injections use very fine needles and take seconds per injection site.
Dermal fillers involve slightly larger needles but modern fillers contain local anaesthetic that numbs as they're injected. We can apply topical numbing cream before treatment if you're particularly sensitive. Most patients tolerate treatment well without anaesthetic.
Anti-wrinkle injections cost £[price]-£[price] depending on how many areas you treat. Dermal fillers cost £[price range] depending on the amount needed and areas treated.
Maintenance costs continue. Anti-wrinkle treatments every 3-4 months, fillers every 6-18 months.
During your free consultation, we'll provide exact pricing for your specific treatment plan. Call 01227 765 851 to discuss costs.
No, we don't recommend anti-wrinkle injections or dermal fillers during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Whilst there's no evidence of harm, there's insufficient research to confirm safety during these periods. Wait until after you've finished breastfeeding before having treatment.
Anti-wrinkle injections relax muscles that create expression lines, smoothing wrinkles on the forehead, between eyebrows, and around eyes. They work on dynamic wrinkles (lines that appear with facial movement).
Dermal fillers add volume to areas that have lost fullness with age. They work on static wrinkles (lines visible even when your face is relaxed) and volume loss in cheeks, lips, and jawline.
Many patients benefit from both treatments addressing different concerns. During consultation, we'll assess which treatment (or combination) suits your specific situation.
When done properly with a conservative approach, people will notice you look refreshed and rested but won't necessarily know you've had treatment. They might comment that you look well or ask if you've had a holiday, but they won't identify you've had injectables unless you tell them.
The goal is subtle enhancement, not obvious change. You still look like yourself, just a more rested, slightly younger version.
You can apply makeup immediately after dermal filler treatment if needed, though we recommend waiting a few hours if possible. For anti-wrinkle injections, wait at least 4 hours before applying makeup to injection sites to avoid introducing bacteria.
Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas when applying makeup for the first 24 hours.
Anti-wrinkle injections are temporary and will wear off naturally over 3-4 months if you're unhappy. Dermal fillers can be dissolved using an enzyme injection if you're dissatisfied with results, though this is rarely necessary when treatment is performed conservatively.
This is why we start with conservative amounts and offer review appointments. You can always add more at reviews, but it's harder to reverse overdone results. Our approach prioritises caution to prevent dissatisfaction.
Our practice is centrally located on London Road in Canterbury (near Canterbury East Station with on-site parking), making quick facial aesthetics appointments convenient whether you're local or travelling from Deal, Dover, or Ramsgate.
