BOTOX IN AESTHETIC CLINIC

Botox in an Aesthetic Clinic

Botox in an Aesthetic Clinic

Introduction

Botox is an excellent adjunct for rejuvenation of the lower face. It should be considered in addition to surgery, resurfacing, skin care, and filler materials to improve the appearance of the lower face. Excellent control and familiarity with the toxin is essential before injecting these rewarding although technically more demanding areas of the face. In the perioral area, a few stray units in the wrong muscle or wrong portion of a muscle will guarantee an unhappy patient (Boutsen, Cannito, Taylor and Bender 2002, 469-81); this is not an area for the novice injector. When first beginning to inject the lower face, lower doses and more frequent touch-ups are better than larger initial doses and severe complications.

Assessment

In New York, Botox reigns supreme as the most utilized non-surgical cosmetic procedure. The drug is becoming increasingly popular with New York women between the ages of 30 and 45 as both a way to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and also to prevent them. If you're thinking about purchasing Botox injections and live in New York, keep reading for a broad overview of the Botox process and procedure.

How does Botox work?

Essentially, Botox is a poison, also known as Botulinum Toxin Type A. If the name sounds familiar, it's because it's the same compound that can lead to Botulism. That poison, when delivered by a qualified doctor, is a perfectly safe and a certified anti-wrinkle drug. Botox works its magic by freezing the muscle. It does this by preventing the muscle from producing a certain chemical it needs to function or move. By freezing muscle contractions, Botox stops certain facial expressions and reduces the appearance of lines like frown lines, furrowed brow lines or crow's feet.

Does Botox really deliver on its promise?

Botox was independently tested and approved by the FDA as a proven anti-wrinkle treatment. The drug is used all over the world, and in just six to seven years since it's inception on the cosmetic market, it has become the most popular cosmetic surgery treatment in North America. Why? Because it works, and over 500,000 New York Botox users can attest to that. While Botox will work, the drug is not a permanent solution. Most Botox treatments only last between 3 to 5 months. However, after prolonged use, a patient can go as long as 6 months in between their scheduled injections.

What is the Botox injection procedure like?

Botox injections aren't just given on a walk-in basis. Usually, a doctor requires patients to book an initial introduction and consultation appointment to go over their requirements, possible side effects or the appropriateness of the treatment. At your actual treatment appointment, the doctor will begin the procedure by marking the injection points on your face with a washable pen. He or she will also apply an antiseptic to the area to prevent infection. Finally, he or she will inject the Botox into the indicated injection ...