For so long, Botox has been treated like it's the most awful thing on earth when it's really not. Botox has more beneficial aspects to it than people realize.
Luckily times have changed, and more and more people are being open to the idea of botox. It's not just the celebrities getting botox injections now...everyday people are getting hip to the game!
We're going to shatter any and all myths about botox and discuss the ways that Botox can actually be very beneficial to you medically and cosmetically.
Provides Relief of Migraines
Yes, Botox is known for smoothing facial wrinkles, but did you know that it can help prevent migraines? What it does is prevent muscle contractions that can possibly trigger the migraines. There is a chemical in your muscle cells that send signals to contract your muscle fibers...botox works to prevent the release of that chemical.
Don't think that you can just waltz into a botox clinic and say that you want to get botox to treat your migraines...there is definitely a process. Physicians will typically want to look at your history, symptoms, and any medications you may take before going the route of botox. Also, it will have to be shown that you've received no relief from other treatments.
For migraine treatment, the norm is about 32 injection. Depending on your severity, it can require more or less. Injections will be administered every 12 weeks and usually only takes a few minutes. The great thing about this is that it starts taking effect as soon as it's injected.
Full results have been said to be seen within the first week of injections. The injections are done with a tiny needle, so if you have a phobia of needles, try not to freak out too bad. Patients who have received this treatment said that it's nothing to be afraid of... it feels like a little pinprick.
Some locations of injection spots for this type of treatment include:
- Forehead
- Back of the head
- The back and sides of your neck
- Left and right temples
- Back/sides of your neck
Gives a Youthful Appearance
Did you know that botox began as a treatment for muscle spasms? For muscle spasms, it had capabilities of freezing them...not too many people knew that. With the treatment of the muscle spasms of the eye, patients began to realize that it reduced the appearance of fine lines and crow's feet. With that being said, we can look at the cosmetic journey of botox.
Botox helps prevent wrinkles by relaxing the muscles that form creases in our skin. Younger people in their early to mid-20s have thicker skin that is able to weather the creases and folds that their underlying muscles project. People between the ages of 30 and 40 begin to lose skin volume and elasticity...this age group are ideal candidates for botox treatments
- Soften and tightens jawlines
Did you know that grinding your teeth can widen your jawline if done long enough? If you have that problem, you can get botox treatments to remedy that. Botox will be injected into the muscles of that area and it will shrink the muscle and narrow the jawline. This will make your cheeks look more lifted. It can also relieve the pain and soreness associated with the many years of grinding your teeth.
This type of botox treatment is one of the more popular ones. Not too long ago, everyone was going crazy over the Kylie Jenner lips...every girl and woman wanted her lips! They're not hard to find. Small doses of Botox can be injected along the border of your upper lip. Doing this will your top lip upwards and give it a plumper appearance. So for full and plump lips, be sure you entrust your laser skin care botox services with the best for the best results.
Neck wrinkles seem like the hardest ones to get rid of but have no fear, neck wrinkles can be treated with a botox necklace. What is a botox necklace you ask? It's where tiny doses of Botox are injected into the muscles above and below the lines of your neck, all around your neck. Once the muscles relax, your neck looks smoother.
Aids in Excessive Sweating
The way Botox works in the treatment of migraines, it has a similar effect for reducing sweating. The botox, once again, works on your muscles. It pretty much prevents the message being sent from your nerves to your sweat glands. So if your sweat glands don't get the signal from your nerves, then sweat can't be produced.
How awesome would that be! Being able to go to the gym, have an intense workout, and look good doing it! For people with excessive sweating, this can be a life-changing treatment. Socially, this can be very embarrassing. The injection locations for this particular treatment is quite different from the migraine treatment. Sweat treatment injection locations include:
Treats Acne
The way botox helps in the treatment of acne is by reducing oil production, which in turn, prevents breakouts. For this type of treatment, it is typically injected in the forehead, but can be done at various locations on the face.
Teenagers and patients with muscle weakness are more likely to be turned away for this form of treatment. This is more so for patients suffering from adult acne who have a good health history, as well as healthy facial muscles.
For the Love of Botox
How do you feel about botox now? Hopefully, your mind is at ease with knowing the medical and cosmetic benefits of botox.
Thank goodness for the changing of times. Some of the conditions treated by botox may not seem like a big deal to some but are really difficult situations for those dealing with the condition. So whether you agree with botox or not, it definitely proves that there is a light at the end of the tunnel for some.
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