Botox is one of the world’s most popular cosmetic procedures offered today that will reduce and smooth wrinkles without the need for surgery. Even though the product has been around and used cosmetically since 1987, there are still some misconceptions surrounding Botox, who are the best contenders for Botox treatment, what is does what it doesn’t do.
Botox is also used to treat a variety of medical conditions such as:
- excessive sweating and body odour
- myofascial pain syndrome
- chronic migraines
- tension headaches and many others
And let’s be honest… who doesn’t want to look younger?
If you are ready to start Botox treatments, there are some facts you should know first.
And the most important one being you should always make sure your treatments are performed by a qualified, experience Doctor or nurse.
So, how do you find out if Botox is for you?
These facts may help to dispel some of myths that surround Botox.
When is the best time to start Botox?
Most of us don’t usually fix something until it becomes a real problem.
We don’t worry about diet unless we are overweight or it becomes a health issue, we don’t exercise regularly unless we are told by a Doctor that we need to… and so on.
With Botox, staying ahead of the game might just be the best approach.
Botox practitioners are finding more and more, that people are opting for preventative measures rather than waiting until the lines have become etched into their skin. When wrinkles and lines appear, it does become harder to smooth out the skin again.
In many cases, starting Botox before the lines occur can be the best time!
By using Botox preventatively, your muscles can actually ‘learn’ not to frown and squint, or make facial expressions which ultimately contribute to making lines worse, and by not doing this over and over, you may actually need to use Botox less often.
We don’t worry about diet unless we are overweight or it becomes a health issue, we don’t exercise regularly unless we are told by a Doctor that we need to… and so on.
With Botox, staying ahead of the game might just be the best approach.
Botox practitioners are finding more and more, that people are opting for preventative measures rather than waiting until the lines have become etched into their skin. When wrinkles and lines appear, it does become harder to smooth out the skin again.
In many cases, starting Botox before the lines occur can be the best time!
By using Botox preventatively, your muscles can actually ‘learn’ not to frown and squint, or make facial expressions which ultimately contribute to making lines worse, and by not doing this over and over, you may actually need to use Botox less often.
What happens if I stop using Botox? Will my wrinkles revert or get worse?
This is a common question and the answer is quite simply – no.
Lines and wrinkles will go back to the way they were before you started using Botox.
While you continue to have treatments, your wrinkles will not become worse, but when you stop, you will start to slowly lose the relaxing effect Botox has on the normal development of the aging process, and the lines and wrinkles will resume.
But, Botox doesn’t make them worse.
Most people find that Botox results last for around 3-4 months. If you have injections regularly, over time, the results can seem to last a bit longer.
Lines and wrinkles will go back to the way they were before you started using Botox.
While you continue to have treatments, your wrinkles will not become worse, but when you stop, you will start to slowly lose the relaxing effect Botox has on the normal development of the aging process, and the lines and wrinkles will resume.
But, Botox doesn’t make them worse.
Most people find that Botox results last for around 3-4 months. If you have injections regularly, over time, the results can seem to last a bit longer.
Are Botox injections painful?
No, the sensation can be compared to that of a mosquito bite!
Most Botox lovers say the injection is definitely worth the small amount of discomfort, compared to the fresh and more youthful appearance achieved. The needles used are very small so there is minimal pain involved.
You can opt to have the area numbed with a topical anaesthetic cream, or choose to have an ice cube or cold pack applied to the area ten minutes before the injection, this way you hardly feel a thing!
Most Botox lovers say the injection is definitely worth the small amount of discomfort, compared to the fresh and more youthful appearance achieved. The needles used are very small so there is minimal pain involved.
You can opt to have the area numbed with a topical anaesthetic cream, or choose to have an ice cube or cold pack applied to the area ten minutes before the injection, this way you hardly feel a thing!
Do men have Botox?
Haven’t you heard of “Brotox?”
There are more men getting Botox than ever before, and it’s not necessarily older men.
Clinics are seeing men in their thirties and these guys are not even the stereotypical type, who tend to more focused on looks, health, fashion and fitness.
If you think it’s only women who hold a higher aging standard than guys, think again, as that gap is closing. Men are more proactive about their appearance than they were 20-30 years ago, and there is less stigma around appearance medicine now, than there was then, for men in particular.
Men are lining up for Brotox to look and feel younger as appearance medicine becomes more acceptable for them.
People are now physically in better shape and lead healthier and active lives than their parents did, so you will often find that they are not ready to retire at 65, they still want to maintain a career, travel, and live an active life.
Having Botox gives them a more youthful appearance, and this is seen as an important consideration, especially if you are still in the work force.
This comes as no surprise given that older workers have a harder time securing a job.
TIP: There can be some differences in the results of Botox between men and women, so choose a Doctor or nurse who has had experience with male patients.
There are more men getting Botox than ever before, and it’s not necessarily older men.
Clinics are seeing men in their thirties and these guys are not even the stereotypical type, who tend to more focused on looks, health, fashion and fitness.
If you think it’s only women who hold a higher aging standard than guys, think again, as that gap is closing. Men are more proactive about their appearance than they were 20-30 years ago, and there is less stigma around appearance medicine now, than there was then, for men in particular.
Men are lining up for Brotox to look and feel younger as appearance medicine becomes more acceptable for them.
People are now physically in better shape and lead healthier and active lives than their parents did, so you will often find that they are not ready to retire at 65, they still want to maintain a career, travel, and live an active life.
Having Botox gives them a more youthful appearance, and this is seen as an important consideration, especially if you are still in the work force.
This comes as no surprise given that older workers have a harder time securing a job.
TIP: There can be some differences in the results of Botox between men and women, so choose a Doctor or nurse who has had experience with male patients.
What are the side effects of Botox?
The most common side effects that people experience are temporary bruising and slight pain (as discussed above), or some redness or swelling around the area treated, which normally disappears within 24 hours. Headaches can occur, but these are rare.
Before any treatment starts, make sure you ask questions until you feel confident to start the treatment, which will usually take less than 30 minutes. You can do this in your lunch hour and return to work immediately.
REMEMBER: The safe use of Botox depends on how it is stored, the correct dose given, and being properly administered by a qualified Doctor or nurse.
Do it yourself kits and inexperienced administration should be avoided at all costs.
Any kind of medical procedure should be handled by a professional. If you're interested in Botox or any form of appearance treatment, then call us today. Our highly experienced and qualified Doctors and nurses can help answer any questions you may have.
Before any treatment starts, make sure you ask questions until you feel confident to start the treatment, which will usually take less than 30 minutes. You can do this in your lunch hour and return to work immediately.
REMEMBER: The safe use of Botox depends on how it is stored, the correct dose given, and being properly administered by a qualified Doctor or nurse.
Do it yourself kits and inexperienced administration should be avoided at all costs.
Any kind of medical procedure should be handled by a professional. If you're interested in Botox or any form of appearance treatment, then call us today. Our highly experienced and qualified Doctors and nurses can help answer any questions you may have.
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