For over 20 years, Botox® has transformed the cosmetic community with its ability to restore patients’ youthful appearance with a few injections. One treatment can reduce bunny lines, crow’s feet, horizontal forehead lines, and improve facial symmetry.
At Laser Skin Care Center, our patients are pleased with their natural appearance and short recovery time for their Botox® injections.
How Does Botox® Work?
Botox® uses a small dose of a neurotoxin to stop nerve signals from communicating with problematic muscles. Its small dosage allows us to target minute muscles that cause unwanted lines and wrinkles. Botox® does not eliminate facial expressions but suppresses grimaces and frowns that unintentionally cause lines and wrinkles.
How Long Until I Can Workout After Botox®?
We do not recommend working out for at least a few hours after Botox®, and you may choose to wait up to a week. Pressure on the injection site, increased blood flow, or extreme movements can cause the Botox® to move to other facial areas. Cycling or swimming also requires headgear that can put additional pressure on the injection site.
The movement can temporarily paralyze surrounding muscles that were not targeted for treatment. Most patients can return to their workouts 24 hours afterward.
How Long Until I See Results from my Botox® Treatment?
Botox® takes time to stop the signals to the muscles. Most people see their results five to seven days after their injection and see lessened lines and wrinkles for three to four months. Continuous treatment can cause longer-lasting results as your muscles weaken and are trained to no longer pull on your skin.
What are the Benefits of Botox®?
Botox® reduces signs of aging by targeting problematic muscles. Some of the benefits of Botox® injections include:
- Firmer, tighter-looking skin
- Reduction of wrinkles
- Reduction in upper lip lines
- Reduction of downward pull that causes neck aging
- Improvements in facial symmetry
- Elevation of the corners of the mouth
Botox® is a safe treatment with its small doses and the skill of our trained professionals at the Laser Skin Care Center.
Am I a Good Candidate for Botox®?
If you are tired of lingering lines and wrinkles caused by dynamic facial expressions, you are a good candidate for Botox® injections. You may not be a good candidate for Botox® if you have a neuromuscular disease or are pregnant. To learn more about if Botox® is a good fit for you, please schedule a consultation at the Laser Skin Care Center.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about Botox®, please fill out the form on this page or call (562) 997-1144. Laser Skin Care Center proudly serves the Long Beach, CA, area and offers various cosmetic dermatology services.
*Individual results may vary.
