Botox is among the most well-known treatments for many different reasons. But despite of its huge popularity, there are still many misconceptions about its uses. It is only your doctor who knows if Botox treatment is a good idea, but before deciding to get it, we can help enlighten you on some common Botox myths out there.
Below are five of them.
Myth #1: There’s no age restriction for Botox
Fact: As you get older, age may not be a concern. But if you’re a teenager, your doctor will tell you that you might be too young for it. Most doctors advocate preventative Botox for individuals within 20s age range, but for those below 20, such age is too young to start Botox. Botox isn’t ideal for erasing lines under the …show more content…
It usually last three to four months. But for those who gets regular injections, the result can be longer as the muscles were immobilized for quite some time. But once discontinued, your wrinkles will return to how they look before the treatment.
Myth #4: Botox isn’t just for wrinkles.
Fact: Botox is not only just for aesthetic purposes. Botox has been commonly used to treat temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ Disorder) and migraine. It can also block sweat glands temporarily to cure excessive sweating and even help patients suffering depression.
Myth: Botox is only exclusive for women.
Fact: Interesting, more and more men are getting Botox as gift for themselves and it is not the older men that gets it. Today, we notice a lot of men who are getting Botox injections as early as 30. These men are not the one who are conscious about their looks and grooming. These guys often get Botox because wrinkles can make them look too old, angry and unfriendly. Getting Botox can help them find a partner or simply meet more friends as it can help soften their looks, giving a more approachable look. This effect of Botox also help them get better deals in terms of business, work and other