At New England Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Weymouth, MA, we understand that surgery isn’t always the best way to treat signs of aging, like nasolabial folds, crow’s feet, and forehead folds. That’s why we proudly offer a wide range of non-invasive anti-aging solutions, including BOTOX, an injectable neuromodulator. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the key benefits of BOTOX injections for reducing facial wrinkles.
What Are the Key Benefits of BOTOX Injections for Reducing Facial Wrinkles?
The Treatment Is Easy To Prepare for
One of the most compelling benefits of treating facial wrinkles with BOTOX is that the treatment is easy to prepare for. Due to the non-invasive nature of this treatment, there is no need for general anesthesia. Therefore, there is no need to fast or dry fast before treatment. There are, however, a few things you need to do before treatment.
For example, you need to not smoke, drink alcohol, or take blood thinners before your treatment. Additionally, you should take steps to reduce the chance of sunburn in the targeted areas by staying indoors during the middle of the day as much as you can. Similarly, you should wear very protective sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat or visor. It is also important that you don’t get any cosmetic treatments that may irritate the skin in your targeted areas.
The Treatment Is Comfortable
BOTOX injections are also a great way to treat facial wrinkles because you don’t have to worry about pain or discomfort during treatment. We use a very fine-gauge needle to administer the medication, and we can numb your skin before your treatment if you’d like. At the most, you can anticipate feeling a bit of pressure as the injectable muscle relaxant is administered.
The Treatment Is Convenient
Another thing to love about BOTOX is that it is extremely convenient. It only takes a few minutes to administer the medication, and you can generally expect your appointment to take around 10 to 15 minutes. We have to inspect your skin in your targeted areas to ensure that they are free from irritation. We also must sanitize your skin and mark the most strategic injection points. However, you can easily fit your appointment into your lunch hour.
We will give you a more accurate estimation of how long your appointment should take during your initial consultation. Depending on the scope and cause of your concerns, you may need several types of treatments to achieve your desired results. For example, if you need BOTOX injections and dermal filler injections to erase all of your wrinkles, your appointment may take closer to half an hour.
The Treatment Works Quickly
Our clients also love BOTOX because it works quickly. As soon as it is injected beneath your skin, the formula spreads throughout the treatment area. The neurotoxic proteins attach themselves to some of the nerve endings in the area, impeding the travel of electrical impulses from your brain telling your muscles to contract. In just one to four days, in response to the reduced tension, your muscles will relax, and you can enjoy smoother skin.
The Treatment Is Versatile
Another compelling reason to get BOTOX injections to treat your facial wrinkles is that they can effectively erase wrinkles from many parts of your face. If your rhytids are caused by overactive muscles, regardless of whether they are on your forehead, around your mouth, or in another area, they can be treated. Some of the most commonly treated cosmetic concerns include:
- Crow’s feet
- Forehead folds
- Nasolabial folds
- Brow lines
- Smoker’s lines
The Treatment Is Suitable for Most People
Another great benefit of this treatment is that it is suitable for most fairly healthy adults. If you want to erase dynamic wrinkles, you should be considered a good candidate for treatment. However, to confirm your candidacy for treatment, you must attend an evaluation with a qualified dermatologist. During this consultation, we will review your concerns to verify that this treatment will be effective for you.
We will also ensure that this treatment will be safe for you by discussing your medical history, current health, and habits. Remember, depending on your routine, you may need to make some adjustments to be considered a good fit for treatment. While most people with dynamic wrinkles qualify for BOTOX injections, there are contraindications, including:
- Poorly managed diabetes
- Bleeding disorders
- Hypertension
- Pregnancy
- Nursing
- Neuromuscular disorders
The Treatment Is Durable
BOTOX is also great because it provides long-lasting results. Individual results vary, but you can feel confident that your optimal results will remain for approximately two to six months. Factors affecting the longevity of your results include the severity of the concerns being treated, the location of your problem areas, and your habits.
Schedule an Evaluation Today
There are many benefits of BOTOX injections for reducing facial wrinkles. Some of the greatest benefits of this treatment include how easy it is to prepare for, how easy it is to qualify for, and how little time it takes. To confirm your candidacy for this safe, effective treatment, drop us a line now at New England Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Weymouth, MA.