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8 Facts About Preventative Botox for Under 30

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Metro MediSpa Botox treatmentThere is a lot of misinformation around Botox treatment and what it offers, especially to people under 30. Many people don’t know that Botox can be used as a pre-emptive treatment for wrinkles and much more. If you are under 30 and looking for preventative Botox, here are the eight facts you must know.

Benefits of Botox Treatment for People Under 30

It Delays Wrinkles

Early and preventative Botox treatment can delay the onset of wrinkles on the skin. This result is because the therapy “trains” the muscles to stay tight. As a result, it helps slow the development of sagging skin, so wrinkles appear later.

Offers Quick Results

Preventative Botox treatment offers quick results. One will notice improvements on their face a few days after receiving an injection. Remember that preventative Botox will not show significant improvement because there are no wrinkles yet, but recipients will notice smoother skin.

Reduce Early Appearance of Lines

If a person under 30 notices subtle lines on their face, they can opt for preventative Botox treatment. It helps relax the facial muscles and ensures that the lines don’t linger long. So, start Botox treatments as soon as wrinkles or lines appear.

Treatment Results Last

The results of a preventative Botox treatment can last between three and six months. Additional treatments after six months ensure the skin remains tight.

Safe Treatment

Botox treatment is safe, and FDA approved. There are few side effects, and most people experience no reaction to the injections. It is a standard procedure that you can get quickly, with no downtime. Millions of people get Botox injections every year worldwide.

Convenient Treatment Option

One of the most convenient ways to look young and healthy is a Botox treatment. The face remains free of wrinkles and fine lines, maintaining a youthful glow.

Prevent More Than Just Wrinkles

Looking old is not only wrinkles. People look older than their age when sagging skin, drooping mouth, and a creased neck are visible. Botox treatment helps smooth neckbands, creases, and crow’s feet, plus it lifts the mouth corners – creating a younger look.

Targets Specific Areas

One can use Botox treatment to target specific areas of the face (usually the eyes, mouth, and forehead). A skin specialist will assess the client’s face and recommend what areas to target to delay wrinkles.

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If you are under 30 and looking for this treatment option, contact Metro MediSpa. We can help you stay looking young with preventative Botox treatments. Contact us today at 888-637-7228 and schedule an appointment.

All About Botox Treatment

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Metro MediSpa Botox treatmentMany people confuse Botox with dermal fillers and assume they’re the same thing, which is false. Botox is a neurotoxin that functions by blocking the action of the nerves on the muscles near the injection site. On the other hand, dermal fillers are a manufactured substance that uses hyaluronic acid – a substance naturally found in the body. These two treatments target fine lines and wrinkles but go about it in very different ways. In this article, we will concentrate on Botox treatment.

Dynamic Wrinkles

The face contains 43 muscles that allow a person to create an unlimited number of different facial expressions. As we smile or frown, these muscles work beneath the skin, stretching and compressing it, often forming small creases and folds to produce the desired facial expression. Our skin is very elastic when we are young, and these creases and folds snap back into place when our face is neutral. As we age, our skin becomes less flexible. As a result, dynamic wrinkles form due to the habitual muscle movement of the face and reduced elasticity. Dynamic wrinkles commonly develop on the forehead and around the eyes (crow’s feet) and lips (prevalent with smokers).

Cosmetic Botox Treatment

Dynamic wrinkles are not as deep or entrenched as other wrinkles and are easily treated using Botox. The neurotoxin in Botox relaxes these muscles helping soften the wrinkles. The treatment is very targeted and only treats the small area around the injection site.

Botox is typically used on the upper part of the face, side of the eyes, forehead, or between the eyes. It is most effective with fine dynamic wrinkles, less so on deep static wrinkles. Any Botox treatment should be carried out by a qualified, licensed, and experienced professional.

How Long Will It Last?

Botox treatment isn’t permanent. It takes about two weeks to see the full results of a Botox treatment, and it lasts three to four months. The amount used per session depends on the size of the treatment area, which is determined by a professional.

Other Botox Treatments

Besides treating wrinkles, Botox is used for treating hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating. It is injected into the sweat glands of the armpit to curb sweating. Botox is also used for treating chronic migraines, reducing the frequency of occurrence.

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Are you tired of looking in the mirror and seeing a face older than you feel? Get rid of those fine lines and wrinkles with a Botox treatment. Contact Metro MediSpa and set up an appointment for an evaluation and treatment. Call 888-637-7228 or 910-599-9925 today.

How Does Botox Reduce Wrinkles?

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Metro MediSpa BotoxA lot of people do not like seeing even a few wrinkles on their face because this indicates old age. There are ways to have younger looking skin. A lot of research has been done and solutions discovered. Botox is one of these solutions.

What is Botox?

Botox has been used by doctors for years to treat facial creases and wrinkles. It is a brand name of a toxin produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum. Signals from the nerves to the muscles are blocked by Botox. That makes wrinkles relax and soften. It is often administered on the forehead lines, the lines around the eyes, and frown lines.

How Is It Administered?

It takes only a couple of minutes and it does not require any anesthesia. A fine needle is used to inject Botox into specific muscles with just a little bit of discomfort. Generally, it takes up to two weeks to show full effects. To reduce bruising, you should stop taking anti-inflammatory drugs or aspirin fourteen days before injections.

How Long Does It Last?

Botox effects will last three to six months. When the muscle actions start returning, the lines and wrinkles will begin to reappear so treatment will be required again. With time the lines and wrinkles appear less because of the shrinking muscles.

Side Effects

The most common side effect of Botox is bruising. Rare side effects like headaches may occur sometimes but last only 24-48 hours. Eyelid drooping may also occur on some people but this lasts about three weeks and only in a tiny percentage of people. The eyelid drooping reaction often occurs when Botox moves around, so be careful not to rub the injected area for about twelve hours after the injection.

Can Anyone Receive Botox?

Botox does not work for all wrinkles (i.e. wrinkles due to sun damage or gravity). Consult with your doctor before having injections so they answer any of your concerns. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use Botox nor should any person with a neurological disease.

Well now you understand how Botox works. Is it right for you? Contact Metro MediSpa for a consultation at 888-637-7228 or 910-599-9925.

3 Myths of Botox

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Metro MediSpa botox wilmington ncBotox is amongst the most used treatments for fine lines and wrinkles. Many people have benefitted from Botox in Wilmington NC, but here is a majority of individuals who have misconceptions or myths about it.  Many folks are not acutely aware of what it does or doesn’t do.  Who are the best candidates for this treatment?  How do you know if Botox will work for you? Dispelling some of these myths will allow you to make an informed judgment.  Here are three myths about Botox with the facts.

MYTH: Botox is meant only for wrinkles

FACT: Botox is used cosmetic purposes, but also has other medical purposes. The effect of relaxing muscles has brought relief in other areas.  Botox injections have helped patients who suffer from depression, migraines, and excessive sweating.

MYTH: The perfect time to use Botox for cosmetic purposes is as soon as wrinkles, or fine lines appear.

FACT: People who have used Botox earlier have benefited in the long run. Some are using botox with greater frequency for preventative treatments rather than waiting for the lines to be visible. If a person waits until the lines become etched on the skin, it implies greater difficulty in smoothing them out. Wrinkles and lines develop as the muscles work to perform movements such as raising eyebrows, scowling, and squinting. Those people who start using Botox as a preventative measure, actually learn not to make certain facial expressions worsening their lines. Making certain facial expressions or reducing those facial expressions may require less Botox.

MYTH: Stopping Botox treatments will deteriorate the wrinkles

FACT: That is entirely false. The wrinkles and lines will just go back to their original position. Botox prevents the wrinkles from worsening as the treatment goes on. When Botox treatments stop, the relaxing effect of Botox will reduce and normal wrinkle development will resume. Botox does not make wrinkles worse.  Botox results last from three to four months. Sometimes, the results last a bit longer.  Muscles immobilized for long times and can atrophy. However, once Botox is halted, the muscles gradually return to their initial position.

For more information about Botox treatments, contact Metro MediSpa at 888-637-7228 or 910-599-9925.

BOTOX® and Dermal Fillers Solve Different Problems

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The Problem of Menopause

Hormone Replacement TherapyGiven how menopause changes hormone levels, it should come as no surprise to learn that it can have a significant effect on the skin. For example, it makes the skin more susceptible to sunburn, which is particularly problematic because it also reduces the skin’s ability to repair its own tissues. Other common problems include but are not limited to increased sagging, increased wrinkling, and even oilier complexions as a result of increased sebum production. Fortunately, there are some simple and straightforward solutions to some of these problems, which should come as welcome news to those who are either undergoing or have undergone menopause.

How Can Botox Help?

One example is Botox®, which is a much more market-friendly name for botulinum toxin. Since it causes paralysis of the muscles, it has a number of medical uses, which range from reducing muscle spasms to bringing chronic migraines under control. Similarly, when Botox® is injected into facial muscles, it reduces the severity of sags and wrinkles by causing them to relax. Done right, this results in a more youthful complexion without actually reducing the patient’s ability to show emotions, which is an unfortunate side effect that has already become entrenched in the popular consciousness.

How Can Dermal Fillers Help?

Dermal fillers are another option that can be used to combat the signs of aging. Like their name suggests, they are injected beneath the surface of the skin to replace the soft tissues lost as a result of menopause. This can be used to fill in sags and wrinkles, plump out the cheeks, and even change the contours of the face for a more pleasing appearance. Better still, since dermal fillers are much more direct than Botox, they can produce better results with more deeply ingrained imperfections.

Since dermal fillers see use under such a wide range of circumstances, it stands to reason that they can consist of a wide range of materials. Generally speaking, these materials can be categorized as either organic, such as collagen, or inorganic, such as biosynthetic polymers. Organic materials produce better, more natural-seeming results, but have a serious problem in that they are gradually absorbed by the body. In contrast, inorganic materials are permanent but recognized by the immune system as foreign substances, meaning that patients run the risk of infection, inflammation, and other problems. However, it is important to note that new techniques and technologies are being introduced all the time, meaning that these problems are not necessarily here to stay. For example, a relatively recent technique called structural fat grafting is meant to make organic additions permanent by gradually layering fat so that blood vessels will have time to grow into them.

As always, those interested in learning more about these procedures should not hesitate to contact Metro-MediSpa for more information. After all, different procedures are better-suited for different circumstances, meaning that a recommendation from someone with the right expertise and experience can make a world of difference when it comes to the results.