Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Common Botox and Filler Injection Myths


 
 

With the New Year upon us, we have all made resolutions to eat better, go to the gym, spend more time with family and take time for ourselves.  Well what about taking time to take care of your skin?  Have you ever considered doing noninvasive procedures for your face such as Botox or Restylane?   Worried you might look like the Botox babe above?  Rest assured, when Cosmetic injections are preformed correctly they can give a person a rested refreshed look.  Below are a few common myths about Botox Cosmetic treatments that you may put your mind at ease.
1.       Botox and Fillers do the same thing.  False. 
Botox injections help to relax muscles and prevent fine lines from getting deeper.  Fillers as the name implies help to fill and add volume to help soften and remove fine lines.
2.       I won’t have any facial expression if I do Botox.  False. 
If done by a trained professional and in moderation, Botox treatments will give your face a natural relaxed look.  You will still be able to make all of your facial movements and emotions.
3.       Botox and Filler injections are very painful.  False. 
Botox injections do involve needles; however a topical anesthetic can be applied prior to treatment to minimize discomfort.  Many women and men go back to work after having the procedure done.  Most cosmetic fillers come with numbing medication mixed with it to also minimize any pain.
4.       Botox and Filler injections require maintenance.  True.
Botox generally lasts 3-4 months and will require maintenance treatment.  If you do not maintain your treatments, your natural fine lines will go back to baseline.  Fillers can last anywhere from 6 months to a year depending on the type of filler used.
5.       Botox and Filler treatments are too expensive for me. False 

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