Are you looking for a temporary wrinkle remover? Botox is the number one choice, because it does a great job of smoothing out age-related wrinkles, and is used by millions of women (and men) across the world. However, first time users are always curious to find out – How long do botox injections last?
Botox- what is it and how does it work
Botox is the trade name for the prescription drug botulinum type A. It is designed to treat dynamic wrinkles that develop due to facial muscle movement, specifically frown lines, forehead creases, and crow’s feet.
Botox is injected near the muscles and blocks the signal that the nerves normally send to the muscle. The contraction of the muscle usually causes lines to form in the skin, and since the injected muscle no longer contracts, the wrinkles soften.
After a botox procedure patients can expect a noticeable reduction in muscle activity within 5-6 days.
How long do botox injections last?
Botox is a temporary solution for wrinkles and fine lines, and the effects last for an average of 4-6 months, so continuous injections are needed to maintain results. Botox slows down muscle movement and causes dynamic wrinkles to soften. Muscle activity resumes after about 4 months, so the lines and wrinkles will gradually start to reappear (click here to learn more).
First time users may find that botox lasts for a short period, sometimes 2-3 months. In contrast, many patients that use botox for a number of years observe that it lasts longer than the average time.
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