Botox can help to eliminate deep creases, fine lines,
and other signs of aging, making it an ideal treatment for various areas of the
face. Yet, Botox is similar to plastic surgeries in one very important way:
it’s important to find a safe, reputable clinic and physician to perform the
procedure.
What Is Botox?
Botox
Cosmetic is an injectable substance that is derived from botulinum toxin, a
nonpoisonous substance that can temporarily paralyze targeted facial muscles. The
nerve impulses to these muscles will be blocked for four to eight months on
average.
When the muscles are immobilized, the wrinkles in that area will
lessen gradually; without the muscle contracting beneath it, the skin above is
able to lay flat and undisturbed. The injection itself is virtually painless
and the paralytic effect will not leave any lasting damage.
When Botox is
delivered in small amounts to specific areas of the face, it is safe to use this
anti-aging treatment to diminish your aging concerns.
Where Is Botox Used?
Delivered through a very thin needle, Botox can be used to
treat aging problems almost anywhere on the face. Common treatment areas include crow’s feet at
the corners of the eyes, marionette lines between the nose and mouth, laugh
lines at the corners of the mouth, frown lines between the eyebrows, and more.
While Botox cannot restore elastin to sagging skin, the effects of immobilized
muscles in these areas will do much to remove years of your age after your
injections.
Are There Risks for Botox?
Generally speaking, Botox injections are both safe and
effective. Complications do exist, although they are extremely rare. These
potential complications may include bleeding, scarring, infection, numbness in
the area, and asymmetry after your injection.
Choosing a respected,
credentialed cosmetic
surgeon for your procedure is the only way to safeguard against any
unwanted side effects.
Why Does the Source Matter So Much?
With the potential complications listed above, your choice
of physician is more important than ever. By selecting a less experienced,
discount facility to get your Botox injections, you are exposing yourself to
serious risks, including illness and death.
Without the proper care and
guidance of a trained plastic surgeon, your Botox procedure can go horribly
wrong. Some of the mistakes that could be made during your procedure may
include:
·
An injection that is too large and potentially
dangerous. Botox is safest and works the best in small doses that will be
carefully measured by a proper surgeon.
·
An insufficient screening process for patients.
There are certain medical conditions that can make you prone to complications
following Botox. A trained surgeon will ask the tough questions needed to
determine if Botox is safe for you specifically.
·
The inability to respond to complications right
away. A clinic that isn’t run properly may be ill-equipped to manage side effects
or complications when they occur, putting you at an increased risk and leaving
you worried or afraid.
·
A higher risk of botulism, a condition that can
occur when the effects of Botox affect other areas of the body. Symptoms of
botulism include weakness all over the body, double or blurred vision,
hoarseness of the voice, difficulty speaking words, a loss of bladder control,
and trouble with breathing and/or swallowing.
·
Counterfeit Botox, a real concern. In late 2012,
news sources reported that cases of counterfeit Botox were thought to have been
shipped to 350 nationwide clinics
along with food gifts to family members.
Reputable surgeons won’t want to have anything to do with these products
and will gladly follow the rules for returning bad cases of Botox. But will
your less-expensive surgeon follow the same protocol?
For the reasons listed above, finding a surgeon you can
trust will take you very far with your Botox injections and any facial plastic
surgeries you’ve been thinking about. When you take the time to consider the
source of your injections and your procedure, it’s easy to see the benefits. If
you’re not willing to sacrifice your safety to save a few dollars, it’s better
to consult with a licensed plastic surgeon to cover all your bases.
Where Can I Get Botox Injections Safely?
Minimize your Botox risks by choosing the right surgeon for
the job. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Robert
Kessler, a board certified general and plastic surgeon, to find out if
you’re a good candidate.
He completed his medical degree with Honors from Tufts
University in Boston and completed a distinguished General Surgical Residency
with North Short/NYU in New York, before a Plastic Surgery residency with the
US Air Force and the University of Texas.
Today, Dr. Kessler operates two practices in California, has
worked as a surgical consultant and surgical assistant on ABC’s Extreme Makeover, and has lectured
nationally and internationally on topics including facial rejuvenation, plastic
surgery, and body contouring after substantial weight loss.
To schedule an
appointment with Dr. Kessler, contact his office, located at 2121 East Pacific
Coast Highway, Suite 200, in Newport Beach, CA, by calling (949) 644-6544.
