While the words 'botulinum toxin' can sound like something out of a Stephen King novel, it is in fact considered one of the most popular and amazing advances in cosmetic medicine of the 21st century. The popularity of botox is increasing steadily for both women and men, and they are enjoying the benefits of these treatments equally. Some clinics are now reporting that nearly 50% of their clientele are men. Newspapers have articles almost every day about some celebrity having had a face lift or a brow lift or a similar botox procedure.
There are, of course, other cosmetic treatments available these days. Typical cosmetic surgery procedures include plastic surgery and other injections such as dermal fillers. With so many choices, what makes botox the most popular?
When botox was first reported on to the public years ago, the reaction was not nearly as accepting as it is these days. As the treatment becomes more common, and the techniques used become more advanced, it has become more widely accepted. Some of the reasons why botox is currently so popular:
1. It is simple to perform
Physicians who are licensed to administer botox must go through rigorous training to do so. There are regulations that state boards in the United States have set up that set forth the qualifications for medical personnel to deliver the treatments. Once training is complete, it is a fairly simple and straightforward procedure to perform that does not require any special preparation or admission to hospital. This makes it an attractive cosmetic treatment option.
2. It's pretty cost-effective
The expense of cosmetic treatments is usually the major stumbling block for a patient. Plastic surgery is much more expensive than botox injections, so patients choose this option more.
3. The treatments are very fast
The time that a treatment will take depends on where the injections are made, but typically it's just a couple of moments until it's done. So it's into the doctor's office, a few injections where required, and out in a jiffy!
4. It requires no special preparation
Getting quick botox treatments is incredibly simple compared to the hassle of fasting before plastic surgery, and the more invasive use of having anaesthesia used during the procedure.
5. Benefits are seem right away and are quite noticeable
Patients seem to be almost universally satisfied with the treatments as they take no time to show results, and the enhancement is quite significant.
Synopsis
At this time, the rate of botox use has been going up steadily, and the general public has become more accepting of these treatments that are used for many different reasons. The dream of younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles is now easily achievable!
There are, of course, other cosmetic treatments available these days. Typical cosmetic surgery procedures include plastic surgery and other injections such as dermal fillers. With so many choices, what makes botox the most popular?
When botox was first reported on to the public years ago, the reaction was not nearly as accepting as it is these days. As the treatment becomes more common, and the techniques used become more advanced, it has become more widely accepted. Some of the reasons why botox is currently so popular:
1. It is simple to perform
Physicians who are licensed to administer botox must go through rigorous training to do so. There are regulations that state boards in the United States have set up that set forth the qualifications for medical personnel to deliver the treatments. Once training is complete, it is a fairly simple and straightforward procedure to perform that does not require any special preparation or admission to hospital. This makes it an attractive cosmetic treatment option.
2. It's pretty cost-effective
The expense of cosmetic treatments is usually the major stumbling block for a patient. Plastic surgery is much more expensive than botox injections, so patients choose this option more.
3. The treatments are very fast
The time that a treatment will take depends on where the injections are made, but typically it's just a couple of moments until it's done. So it's into the doctor's office, a few injections where required, and out in a jiffy!
4. It requires no special preparation
Getting quick botox treatments is incredibly simple compared to the hassle of fasting before plastic surgery, and the more invasive use of having anaesthesia used during the procedure.
5. Benefits are seem right away and are quite noticeable
Patients seem to be almost universally satisfied with the treatments as they take no time to show results, and the enhancement is quite significant.
Synopsis
At this time, the rate of botox use has been going up steadily, and the general public has become more accepting of these treatments that are used for many different reasons. The dream of younger looking skin devoid of fine lines and wrinkles is now easily achievable!
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