Botox has become quite commonplace in the U.S. and across the world. According to MedicalDepot.com, plastic surgeons in the U.S. provide Botox services to 3.6 million people yearly. A single Botox procedure costs around $400 and most people get between 10 to 30 units of Botox about every four months. This makes Botox one of the most common cosmetic procedures, as we all try to maintain our youthful looks.
Since the skin on each area of the face is different, patients may need different quantities of Botox for different areas. Most physicians recommend starting at lower unit levels at first. Patients can then gauge their results and determine if this amount will be part of their regular maintenance regimen or if they will increase their dosage.
How Does Botox Make Us Look Younger?
Botox® Cosmetic helps reduce the sight of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Some of the most common areas treated with Botox include forehead wrinkles, wrinkles around the mouth, glabellar lines, bunny lines, and crow’s feet around the eyes. Botox is made up of botulinum toxin A, which will temporarily reduce wrinkles by blocking the signals in the nerves that contract facial muscles. It is injected into different troublesome areas, can be done quickly, and is one of the most cost-efficient treatments available today.
What to Expect from Your First Botox Treatment?
Many people feel hesitation before their first treatment, but most are glad they underwent the treatment afterward. According to Dr. Joel Aronowitz, a highly-regarded cosmetic surgeon, the treatment can be done in just 10-15 minutes, and patients can see results in as little as 24 hours. Also, Botox requires no downtime or recovery time. As soon as you leave the office you can get back to your typical day.
The full effect of Botox will take about 7-10 days and the results typically last from three to six months. Many people opt for Botox because it is a simple and temporary procedure, and less invasive than many other treatments. If a patient isn’t happy with their appearance, they can discontinue Botox use and their face will return to the pre-treatment appearance. Most people find they are happy with the ease of use and pleased with their appearance afterward.
As with all cosmetic procedures, Joel Aronowitz MD urges all patients to seek Botox treatment from a physician who has a good reputation and has treated numerous patients. Many estheticians and even less qualified people will have Botox parties, but this is not the proper environment when caring for your health.
If you are considering ways to feel and look younger, talk to your physician about Botox.
