Many of my patients seeking BOTOX in Scottsdale have heard some pretty outlandish myths surrounding this non-surgical wrinkle treatment. One such myth is that your wrinkles will worsen after BOTOX wears off. This is not true. BOTOX does not make wrinkles worse; many people simply forget how deep their wrinkles were before their BOTOX treatment.
I think the issue lies in the fact that once your BOTOX results wear off, your wrinkles will gradually return. If you’re like most BOTOX patients, you’ll have become quickly used to the smooth, wrinkle-free results this highly effective injectable treatment creates. Once you’ve reaped the benefits, you may find it difficult to recognize (or go back to) your original appearance.
BOTOX works by relaxing facial muscles that cause wrinkles, but the relaxation isn’t permanent. To maintain your results, you’ll need to have regularly scheduled treatments. While each BOTOX session may lead to progressively longer-lasting results, you’ll still need to renew your treatment every 3 to 6 months. Fortunately, BOTOX treatments are quick, and they cause minimal discomfort and require no downtime.
If you do see your wrinkles starting to return, simply schedule another BOTOX appointment. And don’t forget to prolong your results by protecting yourself from the sun and maintaining a healthy skincare regimen.