subject: Botox: The Quickest Way To Youthful Looking Skin [print this page] Botox injections can help reverse this effect by filling out the affected area and by blocking nerve signals to the brain which effectively freeze the muscle. The treatment is used regularly by men and women of all ages seeking a youthful complexion, and it has never been more affordable or popular.
Botox treatments involve a small number of tiny injections, and the whole process takes around 15 minutes to complete depending on the size of the area being treated. Improvements to the appearance of the skin are noticeable after a short period of time and the treatment can last for a few months before needing a top up. Botox practitioners should be trained in the procedure, and have a certificate of competence and relevant insurance, and its a good idea to find an experienced practitioner with a good reputation.
Botox is much less invasive than a full facelift and the results are immediate. And because its not a permanent treatment, other methods can be tried if it doesnt work as expected. Whats more, the ease and speed of the treatment means that patients can carry on with normal activities almost straight away without taking time out of work, or dealing with bandages and other side effects.
Although Botox has been derived from the bacteria that causes botulism, it has been certified by drug authorities as being safe to use although a small amount of bruising or tenderness is normal. If it is used incorrectly or applied to infected or broken skin it can cause more harmful effects, and it has been suggested that prolonged use can weaken muscles and cause eyelids and eyebrows to droop.
