What is Botox? | Understanding this Anti-Aging Treatment

man receiving botox cosmetic injection
man receiving botox cosmetic injection

What is Botox? | Understanding this Anti-Aging Treatment

Most people have heard of Botox. This injectable has been around for decades. But, what is Botox? What is Botox capable of doing for your appearance? Read on to learn more about Botox and how this treatment instantly restores youth and improves imperfections.

What is Botox Used For?

Botox has multiple uses, cosmetic and therapeutic. It reduces excessive sweating. It alleviates migraines. Studies even suggest Botox improves symptoms of depression. Botox is, however, most known for its use in the cosmetic industry. The popular treatment dramatically rejuvenates the face. It is beneficial for smoothing dynamic wrinkles in the upper part of the face. This includes crow’s feet, brow lines, and forehead wrinkles.

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What is Botox Made Of?

Botox consists of a protein derivative of Botulinum Toxin. It often intimidates people, but the mechanism of action is simple and scientifically proven as safe.

The Botulinum protein acts as a neuromodulator. It temporarily relaxes the muscles, causing them to lengthen and smooth out. As a result, overlying skin, often creased or grooved by the ruts in underlying facial muscles, can finally lengthen and smooth out. By smoothing out the underlying tissue, fine lines, and wrinkles dramatically decrease the overlying skin, taking years off of your appearance and allowing you to look instantly rejuvenated. 

What is Botox’s Safety Record?

Botox is one of the most studied and performed medical procedures. Its safety and efficacy are shown in countless clinical studies. When a master injector injects it, Botox is safe, and the results look natural.

What is Botox Capable of Doing?

Botox is perfect for anti-aging in adults of all ages. For those people in their late 30s and older, Botox smooths out fine lines and wrinkles commonly around the eyes, brows, and forehead. For younger adults, Botox works best as a preventative treatment capable of stopping dynamic wrinkles before they begin to form. 

What is Botox Going to Do for You?

Now you know more about Botox, the amazing anti-aging treatment capable of providing natural, never frozen results. The next question is, “What is Botox going to do for you?”

Find out by scheduling a free consultation with Dōcerē Medical Spa and Laser Center. We are the leading provider of safe, effective Botox injections in the Strongsville, Ohio area. We help each patient achieve natural anti-aging results that restore youth and instantly rejuvenate the appearance. Learn more by calling us at (440) 238-3331 to schedule a consultation or reach out to us online to learn more.  

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Sources:

“When Is “Too Early” Too Early to Start Cosmetic Procedures?” Published in Jama Dermatology. Link.

“Long-term effects of botulinum toxin type A (Botox) on facial lines: a comparison in identical twins.” Published in Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. Link

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Jeffrey Viscomi | M.D. of Docere Medspa.

Jeffrey Viscomi, MD

Dr. Viscomi received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton. He then went on to graduate from Wright State University School of Medicine in the top 10% of his class. Following residency at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Viscomi began his Family Practice in Strongsville and quickly became a nationally recognized leader in primary care for his unique practice model. Dr. Viscomi is a member of the Aesthetics Practice Association and has completed extensive training in the use of laser in aesthetic procedures.