Do You Age Faster With Botox?
Botox is becoming more and more popular with young adults as a preventive measure against wrinkles, though some medical practitioners warn it can become overused over time, says our Dermatologist in Mumbai.
Multiple dermatologists note that long-term use of Botox may weaken muscles and skin over time, eventually resulting in greater lines and wrinkles when the frozen neurotransmitters wear off.
1. It’s a myth
Botox treatment has become a household name and an extremely popular treatment, yet many remain unclear on its use and misconceptions persist about this injectable wonder. There have been various myths related to its effectiveness that circulate.
Botox has an unfortunate reputation of freezing the face and making you expressionless, which may be true when administered improperly; however, most patients receiving proper treatment do not appear frozen or expressionless after receiving injection.
Botox works by blocking nerve signals to muscles, relaxing and softening them – however you still can move facial muscles slightly less than before.
Notably, prior to receiving Botox injections it is also essential that certain medications (blood thinners and NSAIDs), which increase your risk of bruising at the injection site, be taken 24 hours prior to your appointment in order for the numbing agent to work effectively and reduce any discomfort during your procedure.
2. It’s not a cure
Though Botox has become one of the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures, some individuals are raising concerns regarding its long-term effects on skin – specifically whether or not it may actually make someone appear older when its effects wear off.
Botox injections overuse weakens muscles and causes them to lose elasticity, leading to other muscles contracting and creating wrinkles in the face. Because these areas contain stronger muscles prone to wrinkles, experts advise against its use here.
Advises her patients to combine muscle atrophy from repeated injections with other aesthetic treatments in order to reach their aesthetic goals. For maximum effect, she suggests combining fillers and radiofrequency devices together, along with setting a treatment schedule in their consultation appointment.
3. It’s not a permanent solution
Social media has been abuzz with discussion surrounding Botox as a preventative measure to keep wrinkles at bay in those still in their 20s and 30s. The basic premise is that botulinum toxin used in this popular cosmetic treatment freezes muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles when making facial expressions; if these dynamic wrinkles don’t form when young, they won’t later appear later and you’ll appear younger for life!
Unfortunately, this is not accurate. Over time, repeated use of Botox can result in bone bass loss, leading to further wrinkles, sagging skin and an unattractive “frozen” look – something no one wants.
Botox may stop working overtime if used too frequently, as muscles in your face can become so dependent on it that when it wears off they contract again and cause new wrinkles to form in other parts of the face.
4. It’s not a miracle cure
Botox may evoke images of celebrities with overly tight faces or those named in tabloids who’ve had work done. But its purpose wasn’t cosmetic – Botox was created as an aid against headaches, overactive bladders and cervical dystonia (neck spasms caused by neurological conditions).
Botox works by weakening muscles or blocking nerves. While not toxic, large doses may result in botulism if taken orally.
For instance, if you don’t move your legs for 20 years, they will atrophy from inactivity and can eventually disintegrate completely. Botox used too frequently may weaken facial muscles over time and lead to fine lines forming unexpectedly in unexpected areas of the face such as sides of nose, says our dermatologist in Mumbai.
Conclusion
A qualified practitioner can reduce this occurrence by not administering excessive quantities of the neuromodulator and targeting specific areas on the face with Botox treatments. He or she may also employ other anti-ageing solutions in tandem with Botox.
