Botox treatments remain a popular choice among men and women who wish to reverse the most common signs of aging, wrinkles and fine lines, without surgery. According to statistics, Botox cosmetic treatments maintained their popularity worldwide, with some eight million patients receiving Botox injections in 2023.
When do patients start receiving Botox injections?
Typically, patients start undergoing Botox treatments in their 30’s as this is when dynamic wrinkles and lines begin to appear. Dynamic wrinkles and lines are those that appear because of repetitive muscle movements, which occur every time you smile, frown or make other facial expressions.
Botox cosmetic treatments temporarily paralyze the muscles that cause these dynamic lines and wrinkles to appear. Once the effect of the toxin wears off, the same lines and wrinkles will appear once more, which is usually between three and six months. Around this time, patients return to their doctor for a follow-up treatment. And most patients maintain this cosmetic routine for years, making it a part of their regular skin care regimen, if you will.
What happens when patients stop Botox injections?
A lot of patients, particularly first-time patients, often wonder if their dynamic wrinkles and fine lines will appear more prominent once they stop undergoing Botox treatments. They fear they will look older, or their face will look more tired or weary if they stop receiving Botox injections. This is a common misconception that has stopped many patients from undergoing treatment, thereby completely missing out on an excellent skin rejuvenation procedure that could have taken years off their face without going under the knife.
The truth is, the same wrinkles and lines will appear once the effect of the toxin wears off. They could appear more prominent or become more severe over time because of skin aging, but not necessarily because you stopped your Botox cosmetic treatments. Some patients may feel their wrinkles have deepened or become more visible as soon as Botox wears off because they have gotten used to not seeing the dynamic wrinkles on the treated areas.
Contact Rejuvé today for your Botox cosmetic consultation
Do you have more questions about Botox treatments? Please feel free to call Rejuvé at (408) 740-5320 to schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. John Tang. He will answer your questions about Botox and evaluate your skin condition to see if you are eligible for the procedure. Or you may also leave a message here to schedule your complimentary consultation.