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Botox, is one of the most applied, most popular and most patient-satisfied medical aesthetic procedures worldwide. Its fast, comfortable and fresh, rested appearance when done correctly makes it indispensable for millions of people. However, this popularity brings with it the risk of simplifying the application and ignoring its seriousness.
What to Consider When Getting Botox? Checklist for Safe and Natural Results
Rule 1: The Most Critical of Choices - Your Physician's Competence and Aesthetic Vision
This is the first and most important item on our list. Much more important than the price or brand of the Botox procedure is who has the injector. Why?
- Anatomy Knowledge: Botox is injected into the muscles. Our face is full of dozens of small muscles that are very close to each other and have opposite functions (one pulls up while the other pulls down). Your physician needs to be extremely familiar with this complex muscle map and the passageways of nerves and vessels. An injection in the wrong muscle or in the wrong spot can lead to undesirable results such as “droopy eyebrows” (ptosis), asymmetry or a dull expression.
- Experience and Expertise: Only medical doctors can legally perform this procedure. Titles such as “esthetician”, “beautician” or “botox specialist” do not have legal or medical validity. The person who will perform your application doctor and have received special training in the field of medical aesthetics.
- Aesthetic Vision: Medicine is the science and aesthetics is the art. Your physician's aesthetic understanding should match yours. While some physicians aim for stronger, “smoother” results, others prefer softer and natural transitions such as “Baby Botox”, where facial expressions are preserved. Examine your physician's previous work, see how much he/she can achieve “natural” results.
Rule 2: Clinical Environment and Hygiene Standards
Botox is an injection procedure, which means that the protective barrier of your skin is overcome with a needle. This procedure is not performed in a hairdressing salon, at home or at a so-called “Botox party”, but in a place where the highest standards of medical hygiene are ensured. medical clinic must be done. A non-sterile environment or uncleaned skin invites serious risks of infection. When you enter the clinic, pay attention to the cleanliness of the environment, the professionalism of the staff and the importance given to hygiene rules.
Rule 3: Authenticity and Quality of the Product Used
You have the right to know what is being injected into your body. There are fake, unapproved or of unknown origin botulinum toxin products on the market that are used to reduce costs. These products carry the risk of allergic reactions and their efficacy and safety profile are unknown.
Do not hesitate to ask your doctor which brand of product he/she is using (globally approved brands such as Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®). In trusted clinics, the box of the product used will be opened in your presence, the cold chain will be ensured and you may be given a label with information such as the serial number and expiry date. About the use of original and approved products, American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Organizations such as the National Institute of Health (NIH) also recommend that patients should be aware.
Rule 4: Consultation Phase - Don't Be Afraid to Ask Questions
A good Botox procedure starts with a thorough consultation. Your doctor should not only ask you what you want, but also inform you in detail. In this consultation;
- Your medical history (allergies, diseases, medications) should be fully questioned.
- Your face should be analyzed both at rest and while gesturing.
- Your doctor should offer you a customized treatment plan and explain the reasons for this plan.
- Potential risks and post-processing You should be clearly explained what you need to pay attention to.
- All your questions should be answered patiently and in a scientific language.
If you feel rushed or do not get clear answers to your questions, this could be a warning sign.
Rule 5: Set Realistic Expectations (Botox vs. Fillers)
One of the most important things to consider when getting Botox is to know what Botox can and cannot do. Botox is not a volumizer, it is not a magic wand. Botox is only used for the facial expressions caused by dynamic wrinkles (forehead, between the eyebrows, crow's feet). If you have deep and permanent lines on your face that are there even when you do not make any facial expressions, formed by the collapse of the skin (static wrinkles), Botox alone does not completely “erase” these lines, it only softens them. The correct treatment for such sunken lines and volume loss (such as sunken cheeks, nasolabial furrows) Dermal Fillers practices. You should discuss your expectations clearly with your physician and, if necessary Mesotherapy or Hydrafacial You should create a combined plan with treatments that improve skin quality, such as.
Rule 6: Follow the rules of pre-treatment preparation
In order to make your procedure more comfortable and minimize the risk of bruising, there are some things you should pay attention to. Unless your physician tells you otherwise, stop taking blood thinners such as aspirin, some painkillers, fish oil (Omega-3) and vitamin E supplements about 1 week before the procedure. Do not drink alcohol at least 24-48 hours before the procedure. These simple rules can significantly reduce your risk of bruising.
Rule 7: Understand and Follow Post-Treatment Instructions
The safety of the treatment continues after the procedure is finished. Following the instructions given to you by your doctor is critical to avoid the risk of complications. The most important rule: Do not bend forward, lie down or massage the treated area for the first 4-6 hours after the procedure. This rule prevents the injected Botox from spreading to non-targeted muscles (e.g. eyelid muscles) and causing problems such as droopy eyebrows.
Rule 8: Think Security, Not Price
“Promotional” or “cheap” Botox treatments that are well below the market average should always be questioned. This usually means the use of poor quality/counterfeit products, over-dilution of the drug (diluting it) to a lower dose, or unauthorized persons performing the procedure. Your face and your health are too valuable to take such risks. This is an investment in health, not an expenditure, and safety must always be the priority. In this regard International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Organizations such as the National Institute of Health (NIH) always put patient safety first.
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