Botox has become widely recognised as the go-to cosmetic treatment for those looking to roll back the years and restore their face to the freshness of youth.
Remarkably low-risk and with decades of history as an FDA approved cosmetic treatment, Botox is a global phenomenon that shows no sign of slowing down any time soon.
If you are looking for the dramatic improvements of a facelift without the trauma of general anaesthetic, incisions made to the face, and potentially weeks of downtime and recovery, Botox could be the perfect solution, but what exactly is it that Botox does and how could you benefit from the treatment?
Botox has a huge range of different benefits as an incredibly versatile and effective injectable, and we have compiled a list of 10 of the biggest benefits of getting such a treatment to give you a better idea of what it is that you are getting yourself into when you visit us at one of the best Botox Glasgow clinics.
1) Minimise fine wrinkles
Perhaps the most well-known use for Botox is reducing the signs of fine lines and wrinkles that appear as the first signs of aging in the face and neck area.
Botox is made up of Botulinum toxin that works by preventing muscle contraction in the areas prone to dynamic wrinkles such as around the mouth and eyes. Botox can be used in pretty much any area of the face from the lips and jowls to the nose and forehead with equally impressive results.
2) Prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place
Botox is effective for dealing with wrinkles that have already appeared but is arguably more effective and preventing them from forming in the first place.
Over the years the wrinkles that form when we smile or frown become set into our face and are visible at all times. By preventing those wrinkles appearing in the first place you will minimise the number of visible lines in your face and many Botox patients are those in their early 30s who are looking to retain their smooth and blemish free skin for as many years as possible.
3) Prevent sweating
One of the lesser known uses for Botox, but perhaps the most life-changing for those effected, is its ability to prevent sweating by blocking nerve signals and sealing overactive sweat glands.
Excessive sweating, or Hyperhidrosis is a condition that many people experience and can be highly embarrassing in certain situations, and Botox really can change the life of patients for the better.
4) Tackle migraine headaches
Migraine headaches are incredibly painful and can leave those affected in agony for days on end, with nausea and hyper-sensitivity to stimulation common associated symptoms.
Botox can help to relax the muscles that are the root cause of migraines, reducing their severity and frequency dramatically.
5) Prevent teeth grinding
Many people experience a variety of dental issues throughout their lives as a result of unconscious teeth grinding at night. Injecting Botox into the jaw area will not only help to prevent this but will also help to prevent the wrinkles that form in the mouth area as a result of this repetitive movement.
6) Mimic the effects of a lip lift
Whilst Botox will not add volume, or physically lift your lips, injecting it into the muscles around the mouth will help to enhance your smile and have a similar effect to a subtle lip lift treatment.
7) Treat neck spasms
Neck spasms are an involuntary movement that can be incredibly painful and can be debilitating for those who are affected.
Botox will be used to prevent the nerves responsible for the sharp movement of a neck spasm from activating, saving you a huge amount of stress and pain.
8) Treating eye problems
Squinting, lazy eyes, and rapid blinking are conditions experienced by millions across the globe. Botox will prevent the twitches that are responsible for these issues, leaving you wide-eyed and bushy tailed.
9) Botox is remarkably safe
No cosmetic treatment is risk free, but Botox is certainly one of the safest and was one of the very first injectables to be approved for use by the FDA.
Used for several decades now in cosmetic clinics across the UK, Botox has very few potential side effects attached, and the recovery time is almost non-existent, especially in comparison to surgical alternatives that have the same or similar effect.
10) Relieving joint conditions
Botox can help to reduce pain from arthritis and other joint conditions and is even utilised as a last report treatment for major knee stiffness conditions.
Anyone who has suffered with arthritis will know just how difficult finding relief can be and don’t realise that Botox could even be an option.