Now that the holiday season is in full swing, many of us have calendars packed with various events, some of which we may look forward to more than others. But looking your best can make it easier to face the holiday party season with joy, and Botox® is a wonderful treatment option to refresh and renew your appearance.
Getting the timing right is important, though, especially if you’re new to Botox and wondering what to expect. The team at Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego is happy to share some information about how Botox works and how long you can expect your results to last. If you live in or around San Diego, California, feel free to reach out with any additional questions, or to book your visit. Now, here’s what you need to know about how Botox might fit into your holiday plans.
Botox is an injectable medication that reduces the visible appearance of lines, folds, and wrinkles. It works by administering a carefully controlled neurotoxin to your facial tissues. When that substance reaches the nerves that trigger muscle movement in the treatment area, it prevents those muscles from going through their full range of motion.
Your facial muscles will still be able to create normal expressions, but they won’t be strong enough to tug and pull your skin into lines, folds, and wrinkles.
It takes three to four days after getting the injections for Botox to begin to work its magic. Scheduling is important if you’re hoping to see your results in time for a specific event. The best way to achieve your desired timeline is to book your visit as far in advance as possible.
Once your results develop, you can expect them to last at least three months, and often closer to four months. There is no way to predict exactly how long your results will last, as everyone’s body responds to Botox a bit differently.
Even if you’ve had Botox previously, there’s no guarantee that your results will last the exact same length of time. For some, results continue until around the six-month mark. Many people who’ve had multiple Botox treatments report that their results lasted longer for their second or subsequent treatments, as opposed to their first treatment.
So timing is as important here, as well. If it’s important to you to see your results during the holidays, booking a visit soon is a great way to feel confident over the next couple of months.
You should also know that if there are things about your first treatment that you’d like to change, your practitioner can alter your next Botox injections to move you closer to those goals.
Unlike many medical aesthetics treatments, there is nothing you can do to extend your Botox results. However, many people choose to have additional treatments to improve the appearance of their skin alongside Botox.
Examples include chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and fractional CO2 laser resurfacing. You can also combine dermal filler treatments with Botox for a “liquid facelift.” This option helps reduce the visible signs of aging while creating a more plump, rounded facial contouring.
If you’d like to explore these treatments in greater detail, booking a visit at Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego is as easy as a quick phone call or a visit to our online booking page, which you can access any time of day or night.
