Botox Treatment for Anti Aging in Delhi
BOTOX TREATMENT FOR ANTI AGING
Botox Treatment or Botulinum Toxin is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments one can get. Its allure lies in its simplicity – a 15-min injectable procedure that helps you restore your youthful appearance. These days it is not just limited to celebrities but commonly accessible to people from all walks of life.
UNLOCKING THE SECRET TO CELEBRITIES’ AGELESS APPEARANCE
All your favourite celebrities get Botox – Jeniffer Lopez, Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman, Cindy Crawford. This treatment helps you get wrinkle free skin and helps you maintain your youthful appearance for a longer time. When done correctly, it can have natural looking and seamless results.
As we age, some areas in our face tend to develop wrinkles especially when we smile or frown. The most common areas for the appearance of wrinkles are forehead, crows feet (side of the eyes), frown lines, chin dimples, smile lines, and neck. Usually these wrinkles are caused on moving the muscles. These dynamic wrinkles can be easily removed by Botox.
What is Botox?
Contrary to popular belief, Botox itself is not a product, but just a brand name for Botulinum Toxin. It is used to reduce wrinkles by temporarily blocking nerve signals to the muscle at the neuromuscular junction. This prevents creasing of the muscles, thus leading to a wrinkle-free appearance.
ANTI AGING APPLICATIONS FOR BOTOX
Botox has several applications such as treating excessive sweating or migraines, but its most common application is for Anti Aging. Following are common treatment areas and how Botox can help
- Forehead:
How it helps: Lines on the forehead are caused by repetitive facial expressions. Botox is very effecting in smoothening out these lines. It relaxes the muscles in the forehead, thus reducing the appearance of horizontal lines, resulting in a more youthful look. - Crow’s Feet (Sides of the Eyes):
How it helps: Smiling and squinting can cause fine lines and wrinkles on the sides of the eyes. But this does not mean you should smile less! Botox helps relax the muscles responsible for this and reduces these lines. It leaves your eyes more open and lively. - Frown Lines (Glabellar Lines):
How it helps: The vertical ‘eleven’ lines that we get on our forehead between the eyebrows develop when we show emotions such as tiredness, anger, or stress. Botox is very effective in smoothening out these lines by relaxing the muscles. It gives you a more friendly appearance. - Chin Dimples (Mentalis):
How it helps: Sometimes when you frown, it can lead to the chin becoming dimpled, giving an uneven orange like appearance. If it is something that bothers you, you can get it treated with Botox. This ‘cobblestone’ chin is caused by an overactive mentalis muscle and can be smoothened out easily with our treatment. - Smile Lines (Nasolabial Folds):
How it helps: While fillers are a better alternative to add volume to these smile lines, botox can help to minimise their formation. Botox can be injected into the muscles around the mouth to minimise the squeezing that causes smile lines. This will give you more even and younger skin. - Neck Bands (Platysma Bands):
How it helps: Neck is the area where people forget to apply sunscreen and signs of aging become very prominent here. People usually develop prominent vertical bands on their neck that give an aged appearance. By using botox to relax these muscles, you can achieve a smoother neck.
Botox is a highly effective and safe treatment. The results last for 3-6 months depending on your body’s metabolism. It can help significantly reduce signs of aging without any surgery. It is painless and gives you quick results without any down time.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR BOTOX TREATMENT
Before you decide to go for Botox, you should schedule a preliminary appointment with your doctor. During this appointment you should clearly discuss your goals and expectations from the treatment. Your doctor will design the correct treatment plan for you regarding treatment areas, number of units required, and if combination treatments will be more effective. This consultation will also help you figure out the approximate cost of treatment. After this preliminary consultation, the doctor will give you a set of instructions to follow before your treatment day such as:
- Do not use blood thinning medications like aspirin, ibuprofen, or certain supplements such as fish oil or Vitamin E for a few days leading up to the treatment. If you take these before treatment, it can lead to bleeding at the injection site and discomfort during the treatment.
- Do not consume alcohol atleast 48 hours before the treatment as it can lead to bruising or swelling after the treatment
- Do not get the treatment if you are unwell. Colds, flus, skin infections etc can impact the results of Botox. If you fall sick, call and reschedule your appointment for another day
- Do not spend time in the sun before treatment as sunburnt or excessively tanned skin can lead to complications during the procedure
- Do not come for your botox appointment in a hurry. Even though it is a short treatment, it can take some time to discuss requirements and explain aftercare
- Do not wear heavy makeup for your appointment. This can lead to contamination at the injection site which might cause infections later. Come with clear skin and only use sunscreen before the treatment
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING BOTOX TREATMENT
When you go in for your Botox Treatment, your doctor will thoroughly explain to you the process and sign consent forms. Next, you will proceed to the treatment room where you can expect the following steps:
- The treatment area will be cleaned with an antiseptic liquid
- The doctor will mark areas of injection on your face. If required, topical numbing may be applied
- The doctor will then prepare the botox solution according to required quantity
- Botox will be injected into the marked areas. It is recommended that conservative amount of botox be used for your first treatment in order to figure out what is the right quantity required for the desired results. Even if you don’t notice the results immediately, do not insist on injecting more botox. Wait for a week for the results to properly set in and if you still feel the need for more botox, you can schedule another appointment
- After one week, you should see the final results! Results last for 3-6 months depending on how fast your body metabolises Botox.
- Enjoy the results and follow aftercare procedure carefully! This is very important for good results
BOTOX TREATMENT AFTERCARE
Botox procedure is not complete after the injection session, aftercare is an equally important part of the treatment which must be followed strictly. Your doctor might list the following:
- DO NOT touch the injection site after the treatment for atleast 24 hours after the procedure. Rubbing or massaging the site can lead to botox travelling to unintended areas of the face and lead to droopy eyelids especially if injected near the eyes or forehead
- Stay upright for atleast 4 hours after the procedure. Do not lie down, bend, or do any activity that increases bloodflow to the face as it can lead botox to migrate
- Avoid strenuous exercise, hot yoga, running etc. or anything that can cause sweating for atleast 24 hours after the procedure. This can displace botox from injection site.
- Limit alcohol and caffeine after treatment as these can dilate blood vessels and increase the risk of bruising.
- Do not expose yourself to the sun or heat in any form such as saunas, or hot tubs. Also avoid extremely cold weather. This can cause swelling or bruising on injection sites.
- Only use gentle and non-alcoholic cleansers after botox and do not tug or rub the skin. Do not use any harsh scrubs or peels.
- Avoid using makeup after botox as it can clog pores on the injection site.
- If you have mild pain or discomfort on the injection site, you can take pain relief medication like ibuprofen after clearing it with your doctor.
If you follow these instructions carefully, you will have great results with botox!
How to ensure you don’t get a case of ‘frozen face’?
A major concern when getting botox is whether it will lead to loss of any expression on your face, however, this can easily be alleviated in the following ways:
- Trustworthy Provider and Product: Only work with an experienced medical professional when getting Botox. Do not go to someone unqualified even if they offer you treatment for lower prices. Botox is only sold via official channels directly to board certified doctors. There are several off-label products available in the market which might not give you good results.
- Consultation: During your initial consultation, discuss all your concerns and desired aesthetic results with the practitioner. They should explain realistic results you can achieve.
- Conservative Dosage: If it is your first time getting injected, go for a smaller quantity of Botox. Everyone responds to Botox differently and you can find the correct dosage for you in the follow-up sessions. Even though Botox is a lunch-break treatment, initially, it is advised that you stick to your follow-up schedule in order to figure out what works best for you.
- Aftercare: Following post-procedure instructions is key in order to achieve good results. Your doctor will inform you about the dos and donts after Botox which must be followed strictly. These would generally be things like not exercising for a few days after treatment, not touching the treatment area, not bending head for a few hours after treatment, etc.
- Combination Treatment: Sometimes depending on your age or facial structure, Botox alone might not work to give you the desired results. Your doctor might recommend you a combination of anti-aging treatments targeted towards increasing volume, improving skin quality, face lifting, etc. A more holistic treatment might help give you more natural and long lasting results.
- Patience: Results for Botox are not immediate. It might takes a few days to settle in and show the final results of the procedure. If you are not immediately happy with your treatment, do not panic and wait for the recommended time period before scheduling a follow-up appointment with your doctor.
Combination Treatment Options:
There are several treatments you can get in combination with Botox in order to get the best results.
- Dermal Fillers: This is the most common treatment you can get in conjunction with Botox. It helps restore volume to your face. Using both these treatments together can help you achieve a liquid face lift effect.
- Threads: These work really well for neck lift. Along with masseter botox, it can help achieve a lift in the lower face.
- HIFU: This is one of the newer and more effective treatments available for anti-aging. This is completely non-invasive and helps you achieve a face lift, stronger jawline, lifted cheeks, and helps build collagen and increase volume in the face. With botox in your upper face and HIFU, you can turn the clock backwards on aging. It is recommended to get HIFU first, followed closely by Botox.
- Lasers: While botox helps you reduce wrinkles, lasers work on the quality of your skin. They also help increase collagen production that can help with volume loss.
- PRP Collagen Induction Therapy: This is a very effective anti-aging treatment that helps restore volume to the skin. If you start getting these facial regularly in your 30s, you might delay signs of aging and not require Botox until much later.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Botox cost?
The cost of Botox treatment depends on the experience of the provider, location of the clinic, areas treated, and quantity of Botox used. You may be charged a per unit rate of Rs 250-500 or a flat rate per area which starts at 10000.
Is Botox Safe?
Yes, Botox is a tried and tested procedure and if done by a qualified and experienced professional, you should not have any issues. However, like any medical procedure, it has associated risks which should be explained to you before you get the procedure. Following aftercare instructions is essential after Botox to ensure good results.
At what age should I get Botox Treatment?
It is usually recommended to start Botox Treatment for anti-aging in your 30s. However, Botox is also used for several other issues such as excessive sweating in the armpits, migraines, and tension. If you are unsure whether or not to go for Botox, you can simply book a consultation to check its viability for you.
How long does Botox last?
Botox is not a one-time treatment. Once you inject botox in an area, it paralysis the muscles of that area to smooth out the skin. However, our body breaks down this toxin slowly. Everyone’s body is different and it might take 3-9 months for your body to fully break down the injected botulinum toxin. After this period, you will need to book another session if you want to maintain results.
Will Botox make me numb?
Botox only acts on the neuromuscular junction and relaxes the muscles. It does affect any feeling in the area of injection. You will feel all sensations normally.
