Botox Cosmetic has for years retained the title as the most commonly performed "non-surgical" cosmetic procedure in the United States, based on its ease of use and consistently good cosmetic results. Botox is an injection that is used to treat wrinkles and common skin symptoms brought about by the aging process or sun damage. These lines and wrinkles become less pronounced with a Botox injection. The muscles underneath the skin become relaxed and this reduces the display of wrinkles. The injected liquid does not travel anywhere else in the body but in the facial muscle area. Again, Botox treatments are non-invasive and non-permanent. A treatment will wear off within 3 to 6 months.
It's not surprising that Botox is so popular. With an exceptional safety record over the past twenty years, and a price point that is very comfortable and relatively cheap compared with alternatives. There are a lot of myths about Botox. One of them is that it is poison being injected into patients. This is not accurate. It is a bacterium called clostridium botulinum that has been purified under very strict controlled conditions.
Not surprisingly in these super competitive times we live in, men are now turning to the power of Botox to look younger. When you look at the numbers, the trend is obvious and only growing. Some industry reports have estimated that the number of men getting Botox injections has tripled in the past six years. It's a segment of about ten percent of all Botox injections, or around a half a million and counting.
A lot of reasons are cited to explain the large growing segment of the market that is now looking for youth enhancing procedures. One main reason is that a lot of men are being introduced to it by their wives, who are more aware and sensitive to the impact of frown lines or those deep forehead lines that can make them look much older. Men are starting to appreciate that looking younger and feeling more refreshed has an impact on their lives.
Botox is Not for Everyone
If you are pregnant or nursing, you should not be getting a Botox injection. As well, if you have any neuromuscular diseases, you should certainly avoid taking Botox. If you have any concerns or worries about whether you fit into one of these groups, consult with your physician. Patients who are allergic to human albumin should not use Botox. Regarding pregnancy or nursing, there are no tests. As such, the recommendation is that it should be avoided as a precaution.
Although not required, your doctor may numb the area of the injection prior to administering your Botox injections. The procedure will likely take around ten minutes and you can return to daily activities shortly afterwards.
It's not surprising that the affordability of Botox is one of the factors that has driven it's popularity. Depending on the nature of the treatment, a BOTOX session will usually cost between $300 and $400 per syringe. Every four to six months, patients will have to return to have another procedure in order to maintain their results.
It's not surprising that Botox is so popular. With an exceptional safety record over the past twenty years, and a price point that is very comfortable and relatively cheap compared with alternatives. There are a lot of myths about Botox. One of them is that it is poison being injected into patients. This is not accurate. It is a bacterium called clostridium botulinum that has been purified under very strict controlled conditions.
Not surprisingly in these super competitive times we live in, men are now turning to the power of Botox to look younger. When you look at the numbers, the trend is obvious and only growing. Some industry reports have estimated that the number of men getting Botox injections has tripled in the past six years. It's a segment of about ten percent of all Botox injections, or around a half a million and counting.
A lot of reasons are cited to explain the large growing segment of the market that is now looking for youth enhancing procedures. One main reason is that a lot of men are being introduced to it by their wives, who are more aware and sensitive to the impact of frown lines or those deep forehead lines that can make them look much older. Men are starting to appreciate that looking younger and feeling more refreshed has an impact on their lives.
Botox is Not for Everyone
If you are pregnant or nursing, you should not be getting a Botox injection. As well, if you have any neuromuscular diseases, you should certainly avoid taking Botox. If you have any concerns or worries about whether you fit into one of these groups, consult with your physician. Patients who are allergic to human albumin should not use Botox. Regarding pregnancy or nursing, there are no tests. As such, the recommendation is that it should be avoided as a precaution.
Although not required, your doctor may numb the area of the injection prior to administering your Botox injections. The procedure will likely take around ten minutes and you can return to daily activities shortly afterwards.
It's not surprising that the affordability of Botox is one of the factors that has driven it's popularity. Depending on the nature of the treatment, a BOTOX session will usually cost between $300 and $400 per syringe. Every four to six months, patients will have to return to have another procedure in order to maintain their results.
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