Everything You Need to Know About Botox Cosmetic From The Center
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Botox Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into the muscles of the face. It’s intended to temporarily diminish the appearance of lines in the face, specifically on the forehead, between the eyebrows, around the eyes, and the mouth. Treatment works by blocking nerve signals to the injected muscles so they can’t contract for a few. Botox Cosmetic helps you look like you but with less noticeable wrinkles and lines.
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What’s the Difference Between Botox and Botox Cosmetic?
Botox is the name of a neurotoxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. It can be used for medical conditions, such as muscle spasms and excessive sweating. However, Botox Cosmetic is an FDA-approved product specifically formulated to reduce wrinkles and lines on the face. The benefits are intended to be temporary, lasting up to four months.
What Should You Expect During a Botox Treatment?
Prior to your first Botox Cosmetic treatment, you will have an initial consultation with our provider at Still SLC. The doctor or nurse will evaluate the areas of your face where lines and wrinkles are most prominent, and discuss which muscle groups they plan to treat.
The procedure itself is quick and relatively painless. Using a very thin needle, your provider will inject Botulinum toxin injections, like Botox Cosmetic into the targeted muscles of your face. The entire treatment typically takes less than 30 minutes.
You may experience some redness and swelling at the injection sites immediately after your appointment. These symptoms should subside within a few hours, however, it is best to avoid any strenuous activities, such as exercise and heavy lifting, for the first 24 hours.
- Botox Cosmetic is the #1 selling treatment of its kind.
- It’s the first and only treatment FDA-approved to temporarily make moderate-to-severe frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines look better in both women and men.
- It delivers predictable, subtle results, so you look like a refreshed version of yourself
What Botox Cosmetic Treats
A combination of factors causes facial lines. It’s not just about the cellular changes that occur in our bodies, the reduced production of collagen, or damage caused by free radicals in the environment.
Repeated muscle contractions in our faces, such as frowning, squinting, raising eyebrows, etc… cause the skin to furrow and fold. Gradually, vertical lines form on our foreheads, at the corners of our eyes, and around our mouths.
Botox Cosmetic works beneath the surface to temporarily reduce the muscle activity that causes frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. Freezing the muscles helps the skin look visibly smoother.
What to Expect at Your Botox Cosmetic Procedure
Botox Cosmetic can also be utilized in the realm of healthcare to address various conditions and concerns
- Excessive sweating
- Facial tics or expressions
- Drooping eyelids
- Muscle weakness in the neck and shoulders
- Overactive bladder
- Chronic migraines
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Before Getting a Botox Treatment
It’s important to understand the risks and benefits of a Botox Cosmetic procedure before getting it. Be sure to consult with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons to discuss all your options. You should also inform them of any medications you are taking, including over-the-counter products and herbal supplements as they can affect the outcome of the procedure.
Botox treatments are not recommended for people who:
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have a skin infection in the area where the injection will be given
- Have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in Botox cosmetic
- Are taking any blood thinners
Side Effects of Botox Cosmetic
Most people don’t experience any side effects after a botox procedure. However, it is possible to have some mild skin reactions at the injection site such as redness, swelling, or bruising that may last for a few days.
Serious side effects are rare but if you experience difficulty breathing, speaking, swallowing, or vision problems after your Botox Cosmetic treatments, seek medical attention immediately.
What to Expect at Your Botox Cosmetic Procedure
Depending on how many units you’re having injected, you can expect to spend less than 30 minutes at your appointment.
- The areas to be injected are first cleaned with alcohol.
- A thin needle is used to inject the specified units of Botox Cosmetic into your skin or muscle.
- The number of injections used is determined by the area that will be treated, as well as the desired outcome.
- Topical numbing cream can be used, as well as ice packs to help reduce sensation during the injection(s).
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FAQs Regarding Botox
Dermal fillers are a type of product that is injected into the skin to add volume and hydration. It can help reduce wrinkles, replace lost volume in the face, and create a more contoured look. Botox is a prescription medicine used to temporarily improve the appearance of frown lines between the eyebrows, forehead lines, crow’s feet around the eyes, and other facial wrinkles.
While they can both help to reduce the signs of aging, Botox relaxes the underlying muscles that cause wrinkles while dermal fillers replace lost volume in the face. It’s important to discuss with your medical provider what option is best for you.
The cost of Botox Cosmetic treatments will vary, depending on the size of the area being treated and the number of units used. Still SLC offers competitive pricing for all our services. Contact us today to learn more about the cost of your procedure at 801-874-4954.
No, there is no downtime required after a Botox Cosmetic treatment. You can resume your normal activities immediately following the procedure. It is important to follow your specialist’s instructions for post-treatment care to reduce any potential side effects.
Yes! Botox can be used preventatively to reduce the appearance of existing wrinkles and delay the formation of new ones. It is important to speak with a specialist about how to best tailor your treatments for long-lasting results.
You should begin to see results 3-7 days after your Botox Cosmetic treatment. Results can last up to 4 months, depending on the individual. To maintain your results, you must schedule regular follow-up visits with your specialist.
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Botox Cosmetic has been used for years to improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines in patients 18 years and older. The procedure is considered very safe when performed by an experienced and qualified specialist. Be sure to inform them of any medications you are taking, including over-the-counter products and herbal supplements as they can affect the outcome of the procedure.
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