5 Popular Myths About Botox

Over the past few years, Botox has become one of the popular treatments for several reasons, among them its effectiveness. But even with the popularity factor, people still have a few misconceptions about the treatments. They have different opinions on what it is, what it does and doesn’t do and of course, who the right candidates for Botox are. The best way to dispel the doubts is visiting a qualified doctor and discussing the options. But before you should embark on that journey, here are the five popular myths about Botox and their respective truths.

Myth: Botox is for treating wrinkles

Although Botox is sometimes used as a cosmetic type of treatment for wrinkles, it can be used for other purposes. Botox® & Xeomin® injections can be used to effectively treat migraines. It achieves this by reducing strain and tension on a patient’s nervous system. Botox injections are sometimes used to treat people with depression. Moreover, it’s used to reduce excess sweating by a temporary blockage of the sweat glands.

Myth: Botox should only be used when the lines appear

As much as Botox injections are used in correcting awkward lines, this does not have to be the case. In fact, getting Botox injections before the lines appear can help in making sure you stay a step ahead. Many plastic surgeons agree that this could be a very effective preventive treatment for wrinkles. Smoothing wrinkles after they become visible may actually be harder than preventing them. Wrinkles are mainly as a result of squinting, frowning, scowling and raised eyebrows. By opting for Botox injections, the facial muscles get accustomed to not making such movements with time.

Myth: Wrinkles become worse if you stop getting Botox treatments

Truth is, this is completely untrue. Unlike the common understanding, wrinkles appear if you halt the treatments, but they don’t get worse. In any case, they look the same as they used to before the treatments began. However, it’s important to note that the effects of Botox are not permanent. Results for Botox treatment last for as long as four months. It’s therefore important to for regular treatments to prevent the lines from showing again.

Myth: No one is too young for Botox

The probability of loose skin developing on young individuals is very low and negligible. However, there’s a part of the population that gets them at a young age. Medical practitioners often advise that anyone at the age of 18 years does not need to have a Botox injection. After all, it’s not likely one will get wrinkles and sagging skin on their face. It’s however, recommended that one should wait until they are 25 before getting a Botox treatment.

Myth: Botox is only for women

This myth has probably implanted itself probably because most people who go Botox treatments are women. The truth is, men also get Botox treatments. And though their numbers are small, they keep increasing every year. Most men begin the treatments in their 30’s.

Don’t get Botox injections without confirming whether what you know is the truth or simply a myth. Contact Dr. Robert S. Fischer to learn what Botox can do for you!

This article was not written by Dr. Robert S. Fischer M.D and may not represent his views. To talk to Dr. Robert S. Fischer M.D. please contact the office directly.

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