Feeling old isn’t fun for anyone – men included. Many people associate facial injections with women, after all, women are typically held to a higher beauty standard and vanity is not something many men like to brag about. But opinions and society is changing. Many men are seeking Botox® to help them feel and look younger. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 400,000 U.S. men received “Brotox” (a.k.a. Botox® for men) injections in 2014 – a 337 percent increase in the last decade.
 

In addition to a less rigid outlook on gender norms for both men and women, men are seeking Botox® in order to get back in the dating field, gain competitiveness in the job market, among other reasons. Botox® and cosmetic surgeons have advanced considerably in the last 20 years, and with reasonable use, men are finding they can get Botox® to achieve a younger appearance without looking like they have had work done.

WHAT IS BOTOX®?

Botox® is a popular treatment administered directly into facial muscles via a thin needle. It is regularly used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, such as “crow’s feet” that often appear as a result of aging or overactive muscles. Botox® functions by momentarily paralyzing the facial muscles, causing wrinkles in the skin to smooth and leaving patients with a firmer and more youthful appearance.

BENEFITS OF BOTOX®

Injectable muscle relaxants such as Botox® are beneficial because they assist in the reversal of common issues such as:
• Deep wrinkles, brow, and forehead.
• Persistent or chronic underarm perspiration.
• The appearance of “crow’s feet”.
Botox® can help boost self-esteem and enhance quality of life by providing patients with a rejuvenated, relaxed and a more radiant appearance.

WHAT SHOULD I DO NEXT?

If you live in Fort Lauderdale or Broward County, and you’ve started to see lines and wrinkles forming on your face and are looking for a way to rejuvenate your appearance, Botox® injections may be right for you. Contact the Weston Center for Plastic Surgery today for your consultation with Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S.