By Francise Annikan
Botulinum toxin sounds like a term from a sci-fi film but it is not something scary, it is simply a popular form of cosmetic medicine in these modern times. More and more people are now opting to use botox as a part of their beauty regime, and this includes both men and women. Some clinics are now reporting that nearly 50% of their clientele are men. Newspapers have articles almost every day about some celebrity having had a face lift or a brow lift or a similar botox procedure.
These are not the only choices in cosmetic medicine nowadays. Cosmetic clinics have many kinds of treatments available, including the more common forms such as plastic surgery and dermal fillers. But why is it that botox remains the most popular treatment?
When botox was first reported on to the public years ago, the reaction was not nearly as accepting as it is these days. But things have changed dramatically in the recent years, and procedures have become a lot more refined and accurate. The rise in popularity is because of a variety of factors:
1. It is simple to perform
Medical experts have specialized training that teach the optimal techniques for injecting botox. There are regulations that state boards in the United States have set up that set forth the qualifications for medical personnel to deliver the treatments. After a medical professional receives their specialized training, the application of botox treatments are fast and safe for patients, and these can be done using out-patient processes. Due to this, it has become a very common solution for those who are looking for cosmetic treatments.
2. The price is actually pretty low
The expense of cosmetic treatments is usually the major stumbling block for a patient. Plastic surgery is much more expensive than botox injections, so patients choose this option more.
3. Treatments can be received fast and easily
The time that a treatment will take depends on where the injections are made, but typically it's just a couple of moments until it's done. So it's into the doctor's office, a few injections where required, and out in a jiffy!
4. Treatments do not need much preparation at all
Botox injections can be done without much planning, but plastic surgery requires people to fast overnight, and have anaesthesia administered, which increases risks.
5. The effects of the treatment are immediate and significant
People love botox as the results can be seen almost immediately after the procedure and a clear difference is visible after the procedure.
Synopsis
As it is evident, there are a number of reasons why more and more people prefer botox injections these days, making it a popular cosmetic treatment. The dream of younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles is now easily achievable!
