Treat Wrinkles On The Forehead And Face
What is Botox?
Facial wrinkles have several causes including sun exposure, loss of skin elastic properties, skin atrophy, and excessive muscle activity. Some of the facial wrinkles we have are the result of skin pleating from the activity of muscles below the skin. Botox, a renowned cosmetic innovation, directly addresses the impact of excessive muscle activity in causing facial wrinkles, offering a strategic approach to combating signs of aging.
Too much activity from the muscles below the skin can be bothersome because they can be misinterpreted as representing anger, anxiety, fear, fatigue, sadness and aging. Wrinkles that are directly related to muscle activity are those on the forehead and on either side of the eyes, often called crow’s feet. As we age the amount of fat we have underneath the skin decreases, the skin gets thinner and wrinkles become more prominent. This process becomes noticeable in our late twenties to early thirties. Our skilled experts at Capella Plastic Surgery offer cutting-edge solutions, including Botox treatments, precisely targeting muscle-induced wrinkles, restoring a natural, youthful radiance. Additionally, a range of surgical modalities such as browlift and facelift are available to address wrinkles on the forehead and face.
Additional Reading
While these procedures are very effective, not every person with prominent wrinkles needs surgery. Botox (Botulinum toxin) is a strong neurotoxin produced by bacteria. When injected into a muscle it causes temporary paralysis of that specific muscle. Botox has been used for many years for the treatment of facial tics and other problems related to muscle spasm. It is approved by the FDA for these uses and has a long history of safety. When Botox is injected into the muscles responsible for creating wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes it is very effective in minimizing or eliminating these skin folds. A candidate for Botox is an individual with reasonably good skin tone who has wrinkles along the forehead and/or around the eyes. For individuals in their 20’s, 30’s and older, Botox can effectively postpone or eliminate the need for more aggressive modalities to treat wrinkles such as surgery or laser resurfacing.