BOTOX, the most popular cosmetic treatment in the United States, has been helping people achieve a smoother looking complexion through the use of botulinum toxin. When injected under the skin, this naturally occurring toxin blocks the neurotransmitter that causes your muscle to create lines such as those on the forehead and next to the eyes.
What is BOTOX?
BOTOX is an injectable treatment that is derived from botulinum toxin, a naturally occurring neuromuscular toxin developed for the field of aesthetics. In very tiny doses, such as those used in BOTOX, this neurotoxin can cause temporary paralysis of the muscles that cause wrinkles to form. BOTOX can also be used for other muscle or nerve-related issues, from excessive sweating to eyelid spasms.
What are the benefits of BOTOX?
BOTOX has become the most popular cosmetic treatment due to the multitude of benefits it can offer, from calming nerve disorders to lessening the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Several benefits of BOTOX are listed below:
- Smoothing of forehead lines
- Smoothing of crow’s feet
- Reduction of smile lines
- Relaxation of line between the eyes
- Smoothing of lip lines and lines in the corner of the mouth
- Non-cosmetic uses such as migraines, excessive sweating, bladder control issues, and muscle spasms
What can I expect from BOTOX?
Before your BOTOX treatment at our Cincinnati area medspa, your skincare specialist will consult with you regarding how many units might be needed for your desired results. You will also be asked to share any medical history, medications or surgeries that might have an impact on your BOTOX treatment.
During the BOTOX treatment session, your skincare specialist may apply a gentle numbing cream or ice to any sensitive areas receiving the injections. Your skincare specialist will then administer the specified amount of BOTOX at the sites where treatment is desired. After the injections, ice and pressure will be applied to reduce any potential swelling.
The treatment itself shouldn’t take much longer than 20 minutes and you will be able to continue on with your normal routine immediately afterward. However, it is advised that you do not rub the areas, lie down for four hours after the treatment, and avoid strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours to make sure the BOTOX does not migrate to other areas.
Am I a good candidate for BOTOX?
If you are concerned with the appearance of fine lines or wrinkles along your forehead, near your eyes, or around your mouth, you may be a good candidate for BOTOX. Most patients begin BOTOX treatments after they see the signs of aging, but BOTOX can also be used as a preventative measure beginning in your late 20s and early 30s. While most patients are women, there are many men who also use BOTOX for smoother skin. Those patients with muscle or nerve conditions may not be good candidates for BOTOX, so please reach out to schedule a consultation with our Dayton area skincare experts who can guide you to the best solution for your desired results.
Why choose Illuminate Aesthetics for my injectables?
At Illuminate Aesthetics in Mason, OH, we take a holistic approach to facial aesthetics and believe that there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. We believe each patient should be catered to with a personalized plan to achieve their desired results. Our spa director, Dr. Tara Hardin, has spent many years helping patients achieve a more balanced facial structure with her unparalleled cosmetic dentistry. She believes that along with a brilliant smile, facial aesthetics can reach their peak with the addition of curated medspa services such as Kybella and BOTOX.
Dr. Hardin and her team take a conservative approach to all medspa treatments, helping patients from Cincinnati and beyond achieve a glowing, natural-looking appearance with treatments such as microneedling and dermal fillers. Please reach out to our skincare experts today at (513) 813-2716 to learn if injectable treatments are the best solution for your skincare concerns.
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