Jan 1, 2013

Remove Those Frown Lines

By Morgan T. Laire


Botox is the most commonly performed "non-surgical" cosmetic procedure in the world. The price point is very attractive and affordable. The product has been tested and used extensively for years. And the safety record of Botox is exceptional.

The most common use for Botox targets one of the most common problem area for patients who are dealing with skin rejuvenation - the treatment of the frown lines between the eyebrows. The reason Botox can make your frown lines disappear is that when you inject the frown muscle with an adequate dose of Botox Cosmetic, it stops moving. The corresponding muscle can no longer contract. So, the end result is that it can no longer wrinkle up the overlying skin.

Don't Look Unapproachable

The frown lines between the eyes are the most common area treated with Botox. In fact, when Botox Cosmetic was approved by the FDA in 2002, the approval indication was for frown lines. The high rate of satisfaction among patients being treated for frown lines is one of the key drivers of the popularity of this procedure. Botox smooths out the vertical lines between the brows. This gives patients a more refreshed and relaxed appearance. Some patients say it eliminates their "angry" look.

Botox Prep

Candidates for cosmetic surgery should be in generally good physical health and must be candid with their physician about any drugs they are taking. The medical history should include hormones (oral contraceptives and estrogen replacement) and even aspirin, vitamins, and herbal medications since these substances can interfere with blood clotting or interact with medications used during surgery and could increase surgical risk.

Before surgery, even minor treatments such as BOTOX, patients should be educated about all aspects of the planned treatment, including whether to discontinue certain medications and stop smoking.

Post Treatment Advice

To achieve optimal results, doctors recommend that patients take the following precautionary measures:

- Don't participate in strenuous activity or exercise for 24 hours after your Botox treatment

- Avoid laying down for 4-5 hours after the injections

- Do not massage the treated area or areas

- Be sure to practice daily facial exercises that your doctor recommends

- And be sure wear sun block

It is best to restrict muscle movements during the immediate Botox recovery period to let the agent settle.

How Long Does it Last?

Depending on your problem areas and the amount of Botox injected into the site, your procedure could be expected to last between three and six months. Facial lines and wrinkles will start to reappear after the time period has passed. Fortunately, the wrinkles will not be as pronounced. At that time, patients may choose to repeat the process. The results of repeated Botox procedures will be lasting progressively longer with each treatment. In other words, a patient will require fewer procedures to achieve their desired results.




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