Botox is a cosmetic treatment that takes the wrinkles out of your face
. The treatment is very popular nowadays and has been for the past 15 years. Cosmetic center do the procedure on your face by releasing small amounts in your face to allow your facial muscles to tighten. This process makes and wrinkles in the face go away. Many people think that the Botox procedures paralyze the facial muscles but Botox does not paralyze the muscles completely just relaxes and reduces their response.
Botox procedures reduce the lines in the faces this includes frown lines, wrinkles and crow's feet around the eyes. Botox treatment will not reduce lines caused by sun damage and may not be fully effective on very deep creases.
When going in for Botox treatments it is important that you disclose any medical history the surgeon needs to know. This will ensure a safe and smooth procedure. Botox is not a hard procedure to recover from. Some people do experience a slight headache after the procedure is over but regular activities can be continued after the procedure is over. The procedure does not take long to perform. Many people go in to a cosmetic center and have Botox procedures done during their lunch break while working.
Side effects like any other treatment can occur. Botox treatment side effects are usually mild. Some patients experience a slight headache for the first 24 hours after injections to the forehead area, especially after their first treatment. Mild bruising of the injected area can also occur. Don't be alarmed this is very common on fair skinned people. In very rare cases, excess Botox can cause droopy eyelids, a condition known as ptosis. This is unlikely to occur when the treatment is carried out by an experienced cosmetic surgeon at Global Laser Cosmetic Center in San Diego and will gradually correct itself as the Botox wears off. If you do experience drooping eyelids, you should tell your consultant.