It’s safe to say that Botox makes one of the most popular cosmetic procedures of the modern era.
As a long-term solution to your wrinkles, fine lines, saggy skin, and other skin issues, Botox represents a favorable and safe technique to help you improve the health and appearance of your skin.
If trying Botox for the first time, it is best you do proper research and ensure you learn what the procedure includes, its cost, after-effects, and expected results.
To help you with it, here is a simple guide on what to expect when scheduling your first Botox skin treatment.
Then, the physician will use a narrow micro-needle to inject Botox into the facial muscles. Typically, specialists will use from one to three injections.
Once done, our expert will apply pressure and ice packs to reduce possible swelling.
Defining Botox
Botox is a chemical derivative of botulinum toxin, developed and sold by Allergan. Compared to regular botulinum toxin, Botox does not pose harm to your health and does not lead to toxin-related illnesses. Botox is a cosmetic agent that serves to temporarily loosen the muscles on your face that are causing wrinkling or creases across the face. Despite popular belief, Botox does not freeze or paralyze the face or lead to a distorted facial expression- not when the treatment is done by a qualified specialist.Who Can Get a Botox Treatment?
As the structure, texture, and musculature of your face muscles begin to change or fade, Botox is a suited alternative to correct those issues. Botox treatments are ideal for patients suffering from a variety of issues- smile lines, frown lines, nose wrinkles, crow’s feet, lines around the lips as well as hollowness. In some cases, patients can even get Botox for migraines or Botox for lip flips, both of which have shown great results. Once these areas begin to age, many patients turn to Botox for help. Among other things, Botox is also effective for patients in their 20s and 30s, when it is mostly used for prevention.What Can You Expect from the Procedure?
An effective, safe, and quick treatment, here’s what to expect from your first Botox treatment:Before the Procedure
Ahead of your Botox treatment, you will meet a specialist for a detailed check-up and potential treatment plan. Our patients share their medical history to help our specialists determine eligibility and course of treatment. Some of the things our experts might ask include:- Meds
- Medical conditions
- Surgical history
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
During the Treatment
Expect your first Botox experience to be efficient and smooth. Usually, the procedure takes no more than 20 minutes to complete, or less. Once at our clinic, our specialist will mark the affected areas and use a mild cleanser to clean the surface. If you are suspicious of discomfort, our aesthetician will apply a numbing cream to your skin.
Then, the physician will use a narrow micro-needle to inject Botox into the facial muscles. Typically, specialists will use from one to three injections.
Once done, our expert will apply pressure and ice packs to reduce possible swelling.
After the Treatment
A Botox procedure doesn’t require any recovery period. After the procedure, you can resume your normal activities. The first results appear in a week following the treatment. At Line Eraser MD, our specialists will also give you aftercare instructions to ensure the safety and health of your skin. Some of the guidelines to know regarding the procedure include:- Do not rub treated areas
- Avoid lying down up to four hours following treatment
- Exercise 24 hours after the procedure
What are the Side-effects of Botox?
Although a safe treatment, as a first-timer, you might experience several mild after-treatment symptoms, including:- Slight bruising
- Redness
- Minor swelling
- Temporary numbness
