Botox is arguably one of the most well-known names in minimally invasive cosmetic surgery. This injectable treatment is used to counteract some of the signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles. It works by temporarily paralyzing the muscles of the face, preventing them from contracting when you make facial expressions. This keeps the overlying skin smooth and line-free. However, while the anti-aging effect of Botox is the most common reason for people to seek out this treatment, there are a range of other advantages of getting Botox. Let’s take a look at these now.

 

Prevention of Future Signs of Aging

While we can’t put off the aging process forever, we can minimize the effect that it has on our appearance for as long as possible. Studies have shown that regular injections of neurotoxins like Botox don’t only prevent lines and wrinkles from forming while the treatment is in effect, but they could also help to keep their development in the long term. This is because wrinkles form when the collagen beneath the skin creases and breaks with repeated movements. The longer the muscles remain relaxed, the less this happens and the longer it takes for lines and wrinkles to form.

 

Botox is Minimally Invasive

One clear advantage of Botox is how it is administered. Botox is what is known as an injectable. An ultra-fine needle is used to inject it into the muscles at pre-determined points decided by your Botox provider. This is so fine that many people don’t require anesthetic, although a topical numbing cream may be used if required. The injection sites may be a little pink for an hour after the treatment, but then there is no scarring and no evidence of the procedure at all.

 

The Effects are Temporary

Many people may not view the temporary nature of Botox as a benefit, but it does actually help you to keep control of your treatment. Aging is inevitable, and although you will want to minimize the effect it is having on your appearance, you will also want to ensure that they are fairly natural and believable. Botox makes that possible as each treatment is tailored to address your individual needs. You can also choose to stop treatment at any point if you want to or boost your treatment for a special event. BotoxÒ usually lasts for between 3 and 6 months before further treatment is needed.

 

Affordable Treatment

Many cosmetic surgery treatments are very expensive and require considerable investment upfront. However, that’s not the case with Botox, which is fairly inexpensive, usually costing between $150-$350 for each treatment. For many people, this is a much more manageable cost, and they can choose to repeat the treatment when their budget allows.

 

Younger Looking Appearance

Of course, we couldn’t finish this list without reiterating the main benefit of Botox which is that it can help to turn back the clock on the aging process. Many people who choose Botox can look up to a decade younger, simply by having the lines and wrinkles associated with getting older eliminated from their appearance.

 

Learn more about the advantages of getting Botox, contact Weston Center for Plastic Surgery in Weston, FL at 954-507-4540 to schedule an appointment.