The TRUTH about Botox® Cosmetic

Botox® Cosmetic is one of the most popular and effective anti-aging treatments available, and yet, it is also one of the most misunderstood treatments.  Regardless of its popularity and, there are many myths regarding Botox® that drive good candidates away from experiencing the anti-aging effects.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is very successful in treating frown lines, crows feet and forehead furrows to give you a more relaxed and younger looking appearance. BOTOX® is injected at the site to weaken muscles that are causing lines and wrinkles.  Once these muscles have been treated, they relax and allow the skin to flatten.

Here are just a few myths that we have heard regarding BOTOX® and the truth from Dr. Colin Bailey.  

1. Botox will make my face look frozen - The truth is that when BOTOX® Cosmetic is properly administered the result should have a natural appearance and should not be obvious. The goal in most situations is to relax the muscles that create lines and wrinkles from repetitive musculature contraction.
2. Botox is only effective for 3 - 4 months - The fact is that when BOTOX® Cosmetic is used consistently for a year or two one can often increase the interval between treatments to 6 months or more. More importantly, consistent BOTOX® Cosmetic use is a powerful anti-aging treatment because the muscles that would normally make lines and wrinkles deeper have been relaxed. The result is a slowing of the aging process, especially around the eyes, the forehead and  between the brow.
3. Botox will make my skin looser with time if I use it consistently - This is just an Internet rumor.
4. Botox is useful for filling in wrinkles - Again BOTOX® Cosmetic works by relaxing specific muscles that create lines and wrinkles; it is not used to "fill" wrinkles.   When wrinkles are very deep and etched into the skin, we recommend using a filler such as Juvederm or a resurfacing treatment with carbon dioxide laser.

If you have questions about BOTOX® Cosmetic, call to schedule your FREE consultation!  Dr. Bailey can assess you specific concerns and let you know if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you!

Dr. Bailey and his staff are dedicated to providing patients with the highest standard of care combined with personal attention, and privacy in a safe and comfortable environment.  

Call today to schedule your consultation with the Dr. Colin E. Bailey, Certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

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Bailey Cosmetic Surgery & Vein Centre'

Dr. Colin E. Bailey, Certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery

5780 Osage Beach Parkway, Suite 200

Osage Beach, MO 65065

Tel: 573.302.0032