The Botox injection essentially stops the muscles in the target area from contracting. It blocks the signal to the nerves, which make the muscles contract. However, the way that Botox works is that it will stop your wrinkles and fine-lines from getting deeper than before. This is why many young people choose to get it. It is more of a preventative treatment against the quintessential signs of ageing. It won’t completely smooth out the skin.
As the area around the eyes and forehead is prone to getting wrinkles and fine lines, many people choose to get Botox there. If you get multiple Botox treatments, your muscles might start shrinking with time, and in the long turn, it will not be effective anymore.
However, before getting multiple treatments, you need to discuss all the long-term risks of getting Botox with a professional doctor.
Soon after getting the treatment, you might experience swelling, bruising, and bleeding. You don’t need to worry, though. Swelling is completely normal, and it will go away within 48 hours. It may last longer than 2 days, as there are variations in the recovery response of the patients’ skins. Very rarely, Botox can cause excessive weakening of the target muscles. Paralysis might also occur in the adjacent muscles, which can result in facial weakness.
It is also possible that if you get too many treatments, your body might start resisting the effects of it. Therefore, consultation with a professional is very important, as he/she will guide you about the optimum frequency of getting Botox. It is a problem because Botox doesn’t last for more than 3-4 months.
Some temporary side effects that you might experience after getting Botox include headaches, drooping eyelids, pain, upset stomach, and numbness, among others. Some of these side effects might go away on their own after a few days or weeks. However, if the discomfort from a side effect becomes unbearable, you should reach out to us. Your doctor will not recommend Botox if you’re allergic to cow’s milk protein.
You should avoid bending or exercising for a day or two after the procedure. Try to keep your head level. Moreover, do not rub the injected muscles as the Botox can spread to other areas of the face. This, of course, entails that you shouldn’t sleep on the side of your face. Your doctor might recommend you to not lie down for some time after the treatment. It will take some time for you to see the final results of Botox once the temporary side effects go away.