Botox Specialist in Greenwood Village, CO

To understand the effects Botox has and the benefits it can provide, it is imperative to first understand the mechanisms involved. For muscles to contract, acetylcholine must be released from a nerve; this nerve tells the targeted muscles to contract with the release of acetylcholine. Botox injections stop the release of acetylcholine, which prevents the muscles from contracting; this induces a temporary paralysis, which when injected in facial areas, stops facial muscles from contracting and prevents wrinkles from forming.

Yes, Botox is good for your face; there is a good reason why it is the most popular cosmetic procedure for eliminating facial wrinkles. In addition to treating wrinkles and fine lines, it can also prevent the onset of wrinkles and facial furrows, delaying these common signs of aging by many years. Botox prevents wrinkle formation and eliminates any fine lines because it uses different kinds of botulinum toxins to relax the facial muscles. Even if wrinkles have formed, it is possible to smoothen them out with Botox to achieve youthful and vibrant-looking skin.

Botox is a versatile treatment that can address a wide range of cosmetic concerns on the face, including:
– Forehead (horizontal lines)
– Between the eyebrows (frown or glabellar lines)
– Masseters (side of face for facial contouring)
– Corners of mouth (smile lift)
– Chin (dimpled skin)
– Neck (neck bands)
– Nose (bunny or nasalis lines)
– Above top lip (pout boost)
– Corners of eyes (crow’s feet)
– Eyebrows (brow lift)

If you are considering Botox, but are not sure if it is right for you, here are five signs that you could benefit from this anti-aging treatment:

– You notice forehead furrows or frown lines — One of the first places wrinkles begin to show up is on the forehead, often in the form of horizontal furrows or vertical frown lines (glabellar lines). Botox can eliminate these unsightly wrinkles as long as they are dynamic—that is, wrinkles that appear when moving facial muscles and making facial expressions.

– You are forming smile lines — Smile lines, otherwise known as crow’s feet, are the fine lines that branch out from the corners of the eyes. They are most pronounced when smiling, squinting or using these same muscles; fortunately, smile lines respond very well to Botox.

– You have smoker’s lines — Smoker’s lines are vertical lines that appear above the mouth as a result of years of puckering lips, such as when smoking; however, they can also appear from other actions, such as drinking through a straw and even from applying makeup. Botox is effective in eliminating smoker’s lines as it reduces muscle contractions around the mouth.

– You want to prevent wrinkles from forming — When used early on in the aging process, Botox not only treats wrinkles but also acts as a preventative measure by hindering the formation of new wrinkles. You can prevent most wrinkles from getting worse and prevent new ones from forming by combining a Botox regimen with good skincare and a healthy lifestyle.

– Your dynamic wrinkles are mild to moderate — Botox is most effective on wrinkles that have not fully set in yet and reduces the onset of wrinkles before they become moderate or severe; therefore, Botox is best when wrinkles are mild to moderate.
 
Come to Center for Wellness MD for your next Botox treatment! Contact us now today to book an appointment with our Botox specialist, or visit our clinic conveniently located at 8000 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite D-10, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. We look forward to serving you!