Facial Aesthetics
Dr Caroline Mcardle qualified as a dentist in 2006 from Dundee University. She trained in Facial Aesthetics in 2012 and then with Harley Academy in London. In 2025 Caroline received her Diploma in Clinical Aesthetic Injectable Treatments.
Caroline now offers Facial Aesthetic treatments here at Musselburgh Dental Care. For more information please see below.
A consultation will be carried out before your treatment to discuss your concerns, likely outcomes as well as any questions you may have. The treatment is as painless an experience as possible, using fine needles to reduce bruising and canulae where appropriate.
A deposit of £50 will be required to book your Facial Aesthetic appointments.
Anti-wrinkle and Advanced Botulinum Toxin A Treatments
Wrinkles develop on the surface of the skin from the movement of expressive muscles over time as well as other lifestyle factors, such as smoking and sun exposure. Treatment includes wrinkle reducing injections with Botulinum Toxin such as Botox, Boccoture or Azzalure. This causes neuromodulation of the muscles and reduces movements which wrinkle the skin. This treatment can also be used to stop excessive sweating and tooth grinding/ bruxism.
What to Expect:
Small volumes are injected into the area/muscle being treated. The procedure takes 15-30 minutes. The product does not have an immediate effect but it will develop over the next 14 days. After 6-8 weeks you will notice some movement starting to return which will increase until 12 weeks after. As the effect is temporary, repeated treatments can be carried out every 3-6 months. Facial anatomy is not symmetrical, and you may find results vary, please get in touch with Caroline if you have any questions.
Areas treated - Upper Face - Frown lines, Forehead Lines and Crows feet
Advanced areas - Gummy Smile, Orange Peel Chin, Down turned Mouth, Bruxism or Cheek Slimming
Aftercare:
Avoid alcohol, aspirin and exercise for 24 hours after. Avoid touching the area but you can gently apply a cleanser/moisturiser the evening after treatment. Extreme temperatures including saunas, steam rooms and facials should be avoided for 7 days. It is normal to have small bruises at the injection site which may give you a slight headache the next day. Use daily SPF50 to prevent continued sun damage.
Dermal Filler Treatment
Dermal fillers are used to redefine features, reduce the appearance of fine lines/wrinkles and replace lost volume. They are hyaluronic acid-based gels. This is a substance that naturally exists in your body and is lost over time. Hyaluronic Acid has the added benefit of rehydrating and revitalising your skin. Dermal fillers are not permanent and last between 6-24 months depending on the area treated, product used and personal lifestyle.
What to expect:
The product is injected under the skin in the desired area. Treatment takes between 30-90 minutes depending on the procedure. You will see immediate improvement in your appearance after dermal filler placement. You may be aware of the product for 4 weeks after the treatment while it integrates. It is common to have some redness, pin prick marks, bruising and swelling (especially with lips) during this time.
Aftercare:
After treatment avoid make up and touching the area for 12 hours to prevent infection. Be gentle and do not massage the treated areas. Avoid alcohol, aspirin and exercise for 24 hours after. Avoid sun beds and saunas and wear SPF 50 daily to prevent sun damage. If you notice severe pain, mottling, coldness or greying of skin within the first 3 days after treatment with dermal filler please get in touch with your practitioner immediately. The emergency contact number for Dr Caroline McArdle is 07483342808.
Elective Dissolving
You may decide to dissolve dermal filler after it has been placed. Dermal filler is semi-permanent and can be dissolved using an enzyme called Hyaluronidase. A solution of hyaluronidase and saline is injected into the area where the filler has been placed to reverse previous procedures.
What to expect:
A skin test will be carried out to check for a risk of allergy. The solution is injected under the skin, into the area where you want to remove dermal filler from. This can be an irritant for some people and redness or swelling may occur for a few days after the procedure. The procedure takes 30-45 minutes.
Aftercare:
Dermal filler is generally dissolved within a few minutes of the treatment. After you have dermal filler dissolved with hyaluronidase you are likely to be swollen or puffy in and around the areas that have been treated for 5-7 days after. If you notice any signs of allergy or if you have a history of allergy to bee stings/insect bites, please inform your practitioner.
Injectable Moisturiser
This treatment hydrates and revitalises the appearance of dull skin whilst lifting fine lines. This is a hyaluronic acid gel which tightens and rejuvenates the skin. Injectable moisturisers are a type of deep mesotherapy. Areas commonly treated include under eyes and around the mouth.
What to expect:
Injectable moisturiser injections are generally pain free. If you feel discomfort, topical numbing cream can be applied. The gel is injected under the skin in very small amounts, leaving a number of small bumps on the skin for 48 hours after treatment. A course requires 2 to 3 treatments 3-4 weeks apart. These can also be repeated every 6 months.
