We live in a world where we have unlimited access to knowledge and information, but that also means there will be false claims and information freely available. It is important to apply critical thinking when reading up about any procedure, new experience or a subject you know very little about. We understand that considering Botox for the first time can be a tad bit overwhelming, and we have compiled a list of things that you ought to know before you make your first appointment with us.
What Happens During the First Consultation?
The first consultation with us is vital, as we might be able to give you the basic general information here, but a personal analysis of your needs and skin is essential before we can administer Botox. During the consultation, we will look at the area you wish to have Botox on, and we will also ask you to do different expressions to see how your face naturally pulls and relaxes. We will also do a complete health assessment to determine which medications you are on and which treatments might have to be put on hold when you receive Botox.
Why Are You Getting Botox?
Firstly, we will ask you why you are opting for Botox. Always make sure it is what you want, not your friend or influencer, but what will help you feel happy with your looks. The main use of Botox is to prevent fine lines from forming or to freeze ones that have already formed to appear smoother again. We will also mention fillers to you during our consultation, depending on your needs. We can use a combination of fillers and Botox if you wish to reduce wrinkles and fill hollow areas under your eyes or your cheeks to appear more youthful. But it is best to know exactly what you want from a Botox session beforehand, and we can guide you on the right track.
Are There Other Uses for Botox?
We want you to know everything about Botox, so we will tell you about possible side effects and pre and after-care to give you the best results. If you are only considering Botox for cosmetic purposes, you may also want to consider using it for excessive sweating, overactive bladder, TMJ, facial twitching and migraines. We can discuss any of these situations or research you might have come across while reading up on Botox and see where we can help you.
Understand the Side Effects
We first want you to know that Botox is the best, non-invasive ‘instant alteration’ you can make to your appearance. You will experience minimal side effects during and after the procedure, which we will thoroughly cover during our consultation. We want to set your mind at ease and tell you that you can expect redness, swelling, and discomfort at the injection site. An ice pack and pain meds can help with the healing, but it is a normal part of the process. A slight headache might occur if you have injected in the eye area, but a lasting headache for longer than the day of injection should be a concern. When should you be concerned? When you have a drooping eye, double vision, signs of an allergic reaction, dry eyes or signs of an infection.
What Your Role is in the Process of Getting Botox?
Understand that we will help you and give you as much information as possible until you feel comfortable to make your appointment. If you are an extra cautious person, we always advise you to clean your face properly before your appointment and continue to do so every day after so there is no make-up or sweat that can form an infection around the area. Treat it like you would a wound, don’t touch or prick at the area, put lotions or creams or make-up on the injection spots for at least a day. Avoiding exercising and naps on the same day as the session is also a good idea, because the Botox can move if it hasn’t settled properly and give you undesirable outcomes. We can reassure you that you will be in the hands of professionals at our medical centre, and side effects will be minimal as we understand the facial anatomy and preparing for the process to be successful.
Quality is Key
You will also by now be aware that Botox doesn’t last forever, but the quality of Botox is vital though. At our center, you will only get the best quality product to give you natural results that you can expect to settle in about three days after your appointment. Depending on the amount, your metabolism and other factors, your Botox can last anything from three to six months or longer. Your session will take about 15 minutes, depending on how many injections you want, so it is easy to make it a part of a busy schedule.
We are on this journey with you and will answer all questions. Make your appointment when you are ready, and we will introduce you to the land of Botox and its benefits.