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3 Popular BOTOX® Myths Debunked
With all of the rumors that have circulated about facial treatments for decades, it can be difficult for some people to differentiate between BOTOX® facts and myths. Our Los Angeles-based Skin Care and Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills team sees many patients who are seeking ways to enhance their appearance. BOTOX® is one of the most effective options available, working by relaxing muscles in specific areas of the face to diminish the appearance of contraction-related lines.
Neuromodulators represent one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments in the world and are used by millions of people every year. During the pandemic lockdowns, there was a surge in demand for this treatment as people began looking at their own faces more during video calls—thereby noticing cosmetic concerns they wanted to address.
With new interest comes a new desire for information. Unfortunately, not all sources are reliable. Whether it’s an angry online review from someone who didn’t understand what the treatment was supposed to do or something you heard via “a friend of a friend,” myths about. Continue reading to find out more about the truth of this wrinkle-reducing injectable—as well as some of the fictions that have arisen over the years.
Myth 1: You’ll End Up With a “Frozen” Face From BOTOX®
Patients are often worried that they’ll end up looking expressionless or strange after BOTOX®. This is a major misconception that various pop culture media frequently make jokes about. When it’s injected correctly with the right dosage and techniques—such as by the board-certified team of dermatologists at Skin Care & Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills, where Dr. Derek Jones served as an investigator for the trials leading to the FDA approval of BOTOX® for crow’s feet—the injections will leave you with a younger, fresher appearance that still looks natural. Some movement will still be preserved. The key to getting the results you desire is having an open, honest discussion with your injector about the look you hope to achieve.
Myth 2: BOTOX® Will Be Painful
Although pain tolerances vary, most patients describe the needles that are used for BOTOX® as only causing minor, brief moments of discomfort. The small needles cause a mild stinging sensation. Therefore, there’s no need for patients to worry about the pain of the procedure. Another plus? The treatment is also completed very quickly, and you can also have a topical numbing cream applied beforehand if you are still concerned.
Myth 3: BOTOX® is Only for Older Patients
BOTOX® is FDA-approved for patients over the age of 18, but there’s no ideal age to get the treatment. The injectable is not age-specific, so it can be used my any patient who wants to look and feel their best and meets the other criteria to be a candidate.
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