Weight Loss Injections
Curb Cravings, Lose Weight, Transform Your Health
What are Weight Loss Injections?
Semaglutide weight loss injections, marketed under names like Wegovy and Ozempic, are a revolutionary medication designed to help individuals struggling with losing weight or weight-related health conditions.
Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, Semaglutide has shown remarkable results in aiding weight loss by mimicking a hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake.
These injections work by reducing hunger, increasing feelings of fullness, and slowing down the emptying of the stomach, leading to a significant reduction in overall calorie consumption. Semaglutide can help patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improve their overall health.
Semaglutide Dosage Guidelines
The Semaglutide dosage chart outlines the recommended progression of doses over time to help minimize side effects and optimize weight loss results. Many clients have managed to remain on 0.5mg whilst still losing weight and the below is a guide only. Each persons response and dose requirements differ.
Treatment Period | Dosage |
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Weeks 1 - 4 | 0.25mg |
Weeks 5 - 8 | 0.5mg |
Weeks 9 - 12 | 0.75mg |
Weeks 13 - 16 | 1.0mg |
Weeks 17+ | 2.4mg |
Semaglutide
Clinical Trial Results
At Loddon Aesthetics we are typically seeing losses in excess of 1.5 stone at week 12.
On average, nationally, patients using Semaglutide for weight loss can lose around 10-15% of their initial body weight over a period of 26 weeks.
In clinical trials, some individuals experienced even more significant weight loss, with many achieving over 20% of their body weight reduction.
Results can vary based on adherence to the medication, lifestyle changes, and individual metabolic factors, but at Loddon Aesthetics we are typically seeing losses in excess of 1.5 stone at week 12
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What are Anti Wrinkle Injections used for?Anti-wrinkle injections are used in aesthetics to smooth crow’s feet, forehead furrows, frown lines, lip lines and bunny lines, diminish neck bands, improve the appearance of skin dimpling of the chin, lift the corners of the mouth and correct a gummy smile. Anti-wrinkle injections are also used to treat a number of medical conditions including blepharospasm, Idiopathic cervical dystonia, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), hemifacial spasm, leakage of urine due to bladder problems associated with spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis.
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How do Anti Wrinkle Injections work?Anti Wrinkle injections work by blocking the transition of chemical messages sent from the nerve to cause the muscle to contract. Without these messages, the muscle stays in a resting state until the "messengers" recover.
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Are Anti Wrinkle Injections right for me?People often request the injections to treat lines and wrinkles. The treatment can be used in the following areas of the face: Wrinkles between the eyebrows, called frown lines, glabellar lines, or elevens Wrinkles around the eyes, known as crow’s feet Horizontal creases in the forehead Lines at the corners of the mouth “Cobblestone” skin on the chin Typically patients start having treatment with anti-wrinkle injections once lines and wrinkles begin to appear when the face is at rest and can be used in lower doses at a younger age to prevent lines becoming deep or heavy.
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How long does the treatment take?Treatment within Anti Wrinkle injections take around 30 minutes.
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What does it feel like?Some patients may experience a mild stinging sensation from the injection but the discomfort experienced is minimal as a very fine needle is used. No local anaesthetic is required. Any small bumps at the site of injection usually resolve within 30 minutes, with no significant downtime.
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How many sessions do I need?Typically, one session is recommended every 3 to 4 months, including for some patients, a top up session at weeks following initial treatment. Over time the treatment will wear off and you will notice movement slowly come back.
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What do I need to do before Anti Wrinkle InjectionsPrior to your appointment we ask that patients should do the following: Avoid wearing make-up / fake tan to your appointment Avoid excessive sun exposure 4 weeks prior to treatment Avoid using Retinol and active creams 48 hours prior to treatment Avoid abrasive treatments such as laser, waxing and chemical peels 2 weeks prior to treatment.
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Is there any downtime?Anti Wrinkle injections involve no downtime and you can usually return to your normal activities straight away. Any small bumps at the site of injection usually resolve within 30 minutes.
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Are there any side effects?Most side effects of Anti Wrinkle injections are usually temporary and restricted to the area of injection. It is important that you only allow fully trained and insured professionals to perform Anti Wrinkle injections to ensure that the procedure is performed safely, and any issues can be resolved effectively. Common side effects include, redness, bruising, swelling and headache. Rarely there can be drooping of the eyebrow or eyelid.
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When can I expect to see results?The effect of the treatment will begin around 3 days but take up to 14 days to be fully active.
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Who should not get Anti Wrinkle Injections?People who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a neurological disease should not have Anti Wrinkle injections.
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What aftercare should I follow?Do not rub or massage the treated areas for 24 hours. This may help prevent the toxin from spreading to a different area. You can return to your normal activities right after the procedure. To minimise the risk of side effects: Avoid significant movement, massage, or compression of the treated area for a minimum of 48 hours Avoid sun exposure and excessive heat for 1 week. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours Avoid consuming alcohol for 24 hours