This is a procedure that rejuvenates the ageing face. Facial ageing can be attributed to one or a combination of factors such as sagging of skin, loss of facial volume and changes in skin quality.

Each of these components requires evaluation and correction where necessary. This may include one or more of the following 4 basic approaches - 'the 4R's':

1. Re-filling or replacement of facial volume (such as fat injections or fillers)
2. Relaxation of key muscles which cause wrinkles (surgically or through the use of Botox).
3. Resurfacing of the skin (A radiant complexion is a feature of youthful skin. Diet, exercise, sun protection, cessation of smoking, basic daily skin care and skin rejuvenation therapies; Topical vitamin A / Percutaneous collagen induction-'needling'/ Peels / IPL / Lasers / Fraxel etc. play a pivotal role in addressing skin tone, thickness, pigmentation and fine lines.)

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