The ageing process is unavoidable but thanks to products such as Botox your appearance does not have to be defined by the passage of time.
Fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of growing older but with aesthetic treatment these signs of age can be kept at bay.
Knowing the answer to ‘How long will Botox last?’ and understanding the benefits of Botox will enable you to make the right decisions on how to reduce the signs of ageing effectively.
Non-invasive and effective, Botox is an excellent way to manage your appearance and maintain youthful looks.
Although the effects of Botox are not permanent, they are relatively long-lasting.
How long will Botox last?
There is no absolutely definitive answer to ‘how long will Botox last?’ as the results vary on a case by case basis. As we are all different, so is the make-up of our bodies and lifestyles that may affect how long Botox will last.
As a general rule Botox treatment can last for up to three months, although in some cases it can last as little as two months or as long as four to six months.
The factors that affect how long Botox will last include:
- The depth and severity of wrinkles
- Muscle density
- The quality of the product when used
- How many treatments you have previously received
- What part of the face/body is being treated
Botox works by forcing the muscles in the targeted area to relax by blocking messages sent to the nerves. This prevents the repeat movements, such as frowning, that are responsible for the formation of the wrinkles.
The longer the muscles in the affected area stay relaxed the more effectively they will be reduced.
In particular, areas such as the forehead and between the eyes respond well to Botox.
What are the benefits of Botox?
It goes without saying that the major benefit of Botox is that it helps you to look younger but what is it that makes this treatment so popular?
Botox delivers clear results and has won over fans across the globe by delivering smoother skin through reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Yet the benefits of Botox go beyond that; not only is it effective, Botox is non-invasive and, if applied correctly by a qualified practitioner should have minimum side effects.
The benefits of Botox include:
- Botox is a natural product
- There is a short recovery period
- Results are visible within two weeks
- Side effects to Botox treatment are rare
- Treatment is not permanent
Botox is a natural product that is created from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Injected into the skin it can deliver excellent results in managing the appearance of wrinkles – and with no recovery time needed you can continue with your daily life after treatment.
Side effects of Botox treatment, when carried out by a qualified professional, are usually minor, if any, and limited to pain swelling and bruising at the point of entry, cold or flu symptoms, headache and eye irritation.
As Botox treatment is not permanent this offers reassurance if you are unsure of the results.
Repeat treatments are easily accessible and affordable, while repeated applications can see an increase in how long Botox will last.
Botox is a hugely popular and effective method of treating the signs of ageing, but it is important that treatment is always carried out by a qualified professional.
Speak to a professional doctor about Botox treatments
Dr Rhiannon Worrall is a fully qualified medical professional offering cosmetic treatments in Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent and Shropshire.
To discuss Botox treatment with Dr Worrall please get in touch.
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