Botox

Botox: The Most Popular Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedure Worldwide

Botox is one of the most widely performed non-surgical aesthetic procedures globally. It temporarily blocks muscle activity in the area where it is applied, thus eliminating or reducing the appearance of wrinkles in that area and preventing the formation of new wrinkles. Botox is a harmless bacterial toxin produced in a laboratory environment. It is also used for excessive sweating, migraines, and teeth grinding issues.

What is Botox? What Does It Contain?

Botulinum toxin type A is a toxin produced from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This application was approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in 1989 for medical purposes and began to be used. The cosmetic use of Botox started worldwide after FDA approval in 2002.

How Does Botox Affect the Skin?

When injected under the skin, it blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles, thus preventing those muscles from contracting. The wrinkles and lines caused by the contracting muscles also soften and disappear.

What Are the Uses of Botox?

This application has three main areas of use: control of muscle mobility, excessive sweating under the arms (Hyperhidrosis), and cosmetic improvement.

Where is Botox Applied on the Face and Body?

On the face; it is applied to the areas where wrinkles and lines most frequently occur, such as around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and on the forehead. It is also possible to lift the eyebrows and the tip of the nose with this application. On the body, depending on the characteristics of the area to be treated, it can be applied to the head, neck, and temples (for migraines), palms and underarms (for sweating), and chewing muscles (for teeth grinding treatment).

What Should You Consider Before Getting Botox?

If you are using blood-thinning medication, you may need to stop taking it a few days before the procedure to reduce the risk of bleeding or bruising. Also, inform your doctor if you are using muscle relaxants, sleeping pills, or allergy medication.

What Should You Consider After Getting Botox?

You can return to your normal life immediately after the application. After the application, doctors recommend not letting the head hang down for about 2 hours and not entering the sauna or bath for 3 days. Mild bruising may occur in the treated areas, which will disappear within a few days following the procedure.

How is Recovery After Botox Application?

During the procedure, lentil-sized bubbles form and disappear within minutes. Very rarely, leakage from capillaries and mild bruising may occur, which can be resolved with cold compresses and creams used against bruising.

When Are the Results of Botox Seen?

Normally, you can notice the change in your skin within a few days. The effects on the muscles begin within 2-4 days. Achieving maximum benefit takes about 10-14 days.

How Long Does the Botox Procedure Take?

The duration of the procedure varies depending on the area to be applied, but it takes an average of 10 minutes. It is not necessary to apply an anesthetic cream to the area before the application. However, if deemed necessary, an anesthetic cream is applied to the area, and the doctor proceeds with the application about 15 minutes later. You can return to your normal life immediately after the procedure.

Is Botox a Painful Procedure?

Each injection causes very mild pain, but the needles used here are very small, so the pain is usually minimal. 10-20 minutes before the injection, the doctor applies a topical anesthetic cream, and the feeling of pain is greatly reduced. During the procedure, a cold compress is applied to minimize discomfort.

How Often Should You Get Botox?

This is an application that completely eliminates superficial wrinkles and softens the appearance of deep wrinkles. Its effect lasts for 4 to 6 months. At the end of this period, the procedure needs to be repeated, and how long it will be effective varies from person to person. Some factors can extend the duration to 6 months, while others may limit it to 3 months. These factors include:

Older individuals may require more frequent repetition compared to younger people due to decreased muscle tone.
Your facial structure and the intensity of your facial expressions
Smoking habits
Dietary habits
Frequency of sun exposure
Care given to the skin
Frequency of application (in some individuals, repeated applications provide a longer-lasting effect. In others, resistance to the drug may develop, requiring more frequent applications. In both cases, it is not recommended to apply to the same area more frequently than every three months.)

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