BOTOX. Even if you’ve never gotten the injections yourself, chances are you know someone who’s received this treatment. In recent years, microdosing BOTOX injections have become increasingly popular in hot spots like New York and Los Angeles. If you’re interested in enhancing your appearance, you may be wondering what’s so hot about this new trend. Luckily, we’re here to answer your questions and more – just keep reading!
What Is Microdosing BOTOX?
Microdosing BOTOX is the injection of multiple small doses of BOTOX (a type of bacteria called botulinum toxin) into the skin. The injections are designed to solely target the skin where oil production, facial flushing, and acne occur. One of the most notable ways it differs from traditional BOTOX is that it doesn’t iron out wrinkles caused by muscle contractions. Micro-BOTOX just barely enters the muscle to soften, but not paralyze, the patient’s expression.
Risks
After receiving microdosing BOTOX, it’s common to experience minor swelling, redness, and bruising. Uneven texture is also a possibility after getting these injections. Although occlusions (what happens when an injector accidentally enters a vein) are rare, they can still occur as well. One long-term risk is weakened facial muscles, affecting your ability to make certain expressions.
Benefits
This treatment has become increasingly popular for several reasons. As mentioned earlier, it’s a great strategy to overcome issues with acne due to oily skin, redness, or even sweat. It’s also an excellent subtle approach to combat wrinkles on the forehead. Another perk is that you can expect it to last for about the same amount of time as traditional BOTOX, around three to four months.
Who’s a Good Candidate for Microdosing BOTOX?
Are you looking for a subtle cosmetic solution to combat the issues mentioned above? If so, you’re probably already the ideal candidate for this treatment. The only people who should consider avoiding treatment are those with dry skin. Since the injections cause decreased oil and sweat, they can dry out the skin even more.
How to Find the Right Injector
Since microdosing BOTOX is still fairly new and falls under different names, it can be challenging to find a qualified injector. It’s worth noting that necessary qualifications vary by state, meaning you must check out your injector’s qualifications to determine whether they’re skilled enough. Once you have found a qualified person, be sure to discuss your goals with them so they know what your expectations are.
Are you interested in microdosing BOTOX? Schedule a consultation with your cosmetic dentist and ask how you can get started. They’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you have about the treatment!
About the Practice
At Bell Dental, we have helped patients achieve their happiest, healthiest smiles for more than two decades. Our team always goes above and beyond to provide exceptional, state-of-the-art, individually tailored dental care that’s guaranteed to exceed even the highest of expectations. If you have any questions about microdosing BOTOX, we’re more than happy to answer them for you. Visit our website or call (502) 749-2355 to make an appointment.