Beginners guide to BOTOX

Aging is one of the few unfortunate realities that all people have to deal with, but they don’t always have to deal with all the symptoms. Cosmetic, anti-aging procedures have become incredibly popular as people seek a way to avoid the effects of aging. One of the best-known procedures is botox. This guide will explain everything you need to know about botox and help you decide if it’s the right process for you.

What is Botox?

Botox is a muscle relaxer that can be injected into the muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. To be more specific, the procedure uses botulinum toxin type A, to paralyze the muscles. It is minimally invasive and is typically done on the muscles near the eyes but can also be done in the forehead.

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Why it’s done

Botox is primarily used for cosmetic reasons to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. However, there are medical reasons for botox as well including:

1. Cervical dystonia
2. Lazy eye
3. Muscle contractures
4. Hyperhidrosis
5. Chronic migraine
6. Bladder dysfunction
7. Eye twitching

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The Right Botox Plan

If you’re thinking about botox, it’s important to develop a plan with your doctor. Every patient is different and the particular course of treatment you choose will depend a lot on your body. You need to be clear with what you want to achieve with botox and make that very clear with your doctor so that you are on the same page.

It’s also important to remember your budget. Botox can be expensive depending on how wide-reaching you want your results to be and it will need to be done repeatedly. 

The Botox Procedure

The procedure itself is done in your doctor’s office and is minimally invasive. There typically isn’t much need for preparation beforehand but your doctor may want to numb the skin before the injections. A thin needle is then used to inject the botox into your skin and muscles, with the number of injections depending on how much area needs to be treated.

Risks of Botox

Here are some of the risk factors to consider when getting botox:

1. minor swelling or drooping in the eyelid area
2. tiredness
3. headache
4. neck pain
5. double vision
6. dry eyes
7. allergic reactions, such as rash, itching, or asthma symptoms

After the Procedure

For the first 24 hours after the procedure, it is important to avoid rubbing the area as this can cause the botox to spread. Afterward, you are fine to return to normal routines. You should begin to see results quickly, usually between 1 and 3 days.

Botox only lasts between 4-6 months which means if you want to maintain the results, then you’ll need to have regular treatments every year.

Summary

Botox is a very popular anti-aging treatment that you may well be considering.  It’s minimally invasive and works quickly and clearly, making it popular for many patients. However, it’s important to remember that all patients need individualized plans so you need to have a doctor you can trust to help you through it. 

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