Let’s Bust These Myths About Botox and Fillers

You’ve probably heard about Botox and other facial fillers. These are very common cosmetic procedures that many people use to look younger, more refreshed, and more rejuvenated. However, while these processes are very safe and very common, there are also many myths that unfortunately exist about them.

If you’re thinking of getting Botox or other facial injections, it’s important to know as much as possible about these treatments. Here are some myths that exist about these processes and the truth.

It’s understandable that some people may think that getting Botox or fillers is painful. No one likes needles and the thought of having needles injected into your face might sound painful to you. However, it is a myth to say that cosmetic injections hurt.

The Botox injection process is not painful, for instance. The needles that are used are very thin and fine, and this means you won’t feel much of anything during the process. Most people describe the feeling as a pinch or slight stinging. Also, this feeling doesn’t last long as an injection only takes a few seconds.

Choosing an experienced professional can help ensure that the process is as comfortable as possible.

Many people have this idea that, once you get Botox, you’ll be unable to move your face at all. This isn’t true. If done properly, Botox does not leave your face frozen or make it impossible for you to have facial expressions.

You have many different muscles in your face and a skilled professional will know how to inject the right amount into the right locations so that your face has an enhanced yet relaxed appearance. Only the muscles that are targeted will see a change and the rest of your face will still have the full range of motion it has always had.

Some people incorrectly believe that Botox and or dermal fillers are only for women. However, when you think about it, that doesn’t really make sense. Botox and dermal fillers are both designed to help reverse the signs of aging. Of course, both women and men age. Everyone eventually deals with wrinkles, sagging skin, loss of volume, and other aging factors, no matter their gender.

Not only do men age just like women do, but men care about their appearance just like women do. Men want to look their best, they want to feel comfortable in their skin, and they want to like the way they look.

The reality is that Botox for men is now very common. It helps smooth out lines, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, add volume to your face, and much more.

Botox treatments are perfectly safe as long as they are done by a trained professional who is using the right tools. These processes are approved by the FDA and have been approved for many years. If administered properly by an experienced professional, there are very few potential side effects, minimal recovery time, and no significant pain or discomfort.

Botox is used to relax muscles by preventing them from contracting. This makes it a good choice for dynamic wrinkles. These are the wrinkles that form when your face moves, such as when you smile, laugh, or are deep in thought. Think of the wrinkles that form between your eyes, on the edges of your eyes, or around your mouth. These are dynamic wrinkles.

Dermal fillers, on the other hand, work best for static wrinkles. They can add volume to your face, fill in areas, eliminate fine lines, and potentially change the shape of an area of your face.

For more information or to book an appointment with us, please contact us online  or call (866) 677-1870 . We can give you the information you need to choose the right injectables for your situation, and help you look and feel your best. Trust our team to help you feel refreshed and rejuvenated, inside and out!