Ageing and the effects of the environment take an inevitable toll on our skin. Skin loses its elasticity and wrinkles develop over time.

As a result, it's no wonder that the pursuit of youth and vitality is as old as time itself. After all, why should we not look our best for as long as we can?

Cosmetic dermal fillers and muscle relaxants are the newest and safest advancement in wrinkle management and are now available at James Hull Associates' new Facial Aesthetic Centres of Excellence, (F.A.C.E.).

Modern dermal fillers are made from non-animal-based hyaluronic acid gel. Because they are not derived from animal sources, there is virtually no risk of allergic reaction to recipients of the dermal filler treatments. Dermal fillers are a safe natural product that rejuvenate the appearance of wrinkled skin giving a fuller, more youthful countenance.

They are particularly effective in eliminating smile lines, forehead creases, and crow's feet around the eyes. Besides smoothing wrinkles, dermal fillers may also be used for lip enhancement and facial contouring.

Treatments are administered using a very fine needle, which is used to inject the dermal filler into the targeted area. Discomfort is minimal. Your refreshed, supple look should last a full six months, nearly twice as long as collagen injection treatments. Typically, two treatments a year will maintain the desired look. Case history has shown that patients who receive re-treatment before their results dissipate enjoy a more naturally youthful effect.

F.A.C.E. has a dedicated team of experienced practitioners who perform these procedures in their regional Facial Aesthetic Centres of Excellence. Their dedicated cosmetic centre at Lister House, London, offers more advanced treatments such as IPL laser treatments and plastic surgery from their team of experienced surgeons, doctors and nurses.

Contact James Hull Associates today to find out how the new Facial Aesthetic Centres of Excellence can fulfill your skin care needs.

Your nearest Facial Aesthetic Centre of Excellence is the Priory Queensway practice, located in the centre of Birmingham. Please contact the practice to arrange a consultation and treatments.

Are you happy with your smile?

Amazingly 75% of adults are not comfortable smiling for the camera. There are many reasons why people are unhappy with their smile, ranging from discoloured teeth and unaesthetic metal fillings, through to the overall appearance of their teeth. James Hull Associates are able to use the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry to address these issues and provide you with the smile of your dreams. The perfect healthy smile can make all the difference to how you feel about yourself and to how confident you feel when meeting people. James Hull Associates, who are based in Priory Queensway, Birmingham, are leaders in modern cosmetic dentistry and are able to whiten discoloured teeth, straighten crooked teeth and close unsightly gaps between teeth.

What can be done?

If you are unhappy with your teeth it can affect your self-confidence when smiling, talking, eating and meeting people. Modern cosmetic techniques and procedures can improve the appearance of your teeth, make you look good and feel great. Porcelain veneers can be a fantastic and simple way to improve the appearance of your teeth. A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain to fit over the front surface of a tooth, like a false fingernail fits over a nail. They are specially made to fit your teeth. Veneers can improve the colour, shape and position of your teeth. The results can be almost instantaneous and spectacular.

How is it done?

The first step is to simply visit one of the cosmetic dentists at James Hull Associates' convenient Priory Queensway practice for a consultation appointment to discuss what you would like to achieve and what options are available. Once you have agreed on the diagnosis and treatment plan and decided to go ahead with improving your smile, an appointment is made to prepare the teeth to create sufficient space for the porcelain veneers. Once the teeth have been prepared, the dentist will make an impression, confirm the desired shade and create provisional restorations, based on the desired final outcome, to protect the teeth. A technician will then construct the veneers, which are then checked for the fit and appearance and finally bonded onto your teeth just two weeks after the preparation appointment.

What service do James Hull Associates offer?

Based in state of the art premises in the heart of Birmingham, James Hull Associates offer an extensive range of cosmetic dental treatments including porcelain veneers to cover gaps and imperfections, Britesmile tooth whitening to make your teeth gleam and Invisalign clear braces to straighten them. You can rely on them to offer a discreet and professional service.