How Safe is Botox?

When considering Botox injections, the first question that normally comes to mind is ‘how safe is it?’ It’s a fair question, and one that everyone should ask before undergoing any type of surgical procedure – no matter how non- invasive it may seem. There are a number of factors to take into account if you are looking into treatment, as well as risks and rewards that need to be weighed up. Like other medical procedures, Botox has its dangers, but countless men and women can testify to its benefits and high rate of success.

Isn’t Botox a toxin?

Yes it is, Botox is short for Botulinum Toxin. It’s easy to see why the name was shortened, not only is it much more marketable as the snappily titled ‘Botox’ it’s also much less frightening. Even though the toxin is very dangerous, small amounts are perfectly safe and have a variety of medical uses. Injecting a poisonous toxin into your body for any reason at all may seem alarming, but with moderation Botox has proven itself to be a very useful commodity in both cosmetic and medical fields.

How safe is Botox for getting rid of my wrinkles?

The most common use for Botox is to get rid of unsightly wrinkles and lines, and injections administered to the face are very safe. Millions of people choose the procedure every year, as a way of making them look and feel younger. It’s sometimes hard to accept the aging process, particularly if you don’t feel as old as you appear, so Botox is a fairly cheap, non-invasive form of surgery, used to smooth out wrinkles and fill deep lines. As long as the solution is medically certified and administered by a qualified healthcare professional, there should be very little risk involved. Make sure you book the procedure with a licensed clinic, or you’re asking for trouble, back-alley surgeries aren’t going to have set standards to work to and their workers won’t have received proper training.

What are the risks?

Although Botox is a very safe procedure, it does come with risks. It’s worth noting that temporary treatments like this are much safer than a full face lift, there are no scalpels, scissors, or stitches involved, which significantly lowers the risk of complications.

Most patients who have Botox injections will report very few after effects, the most common being slight tenderness in the face, or tiny amounts of bruising at the injection sites. In the majority of cases, this will only last a few days before disappearing. Even though it’s likely that you will have no complications whatsoever, it’s important to look at the worst case scenario beforehand, so that you have all the information available to you.

The only deaths related to use of Botox have occurred when the toxin was not administered correctly or appropriately for cosmetic use – a large percentage of cases can be blamed on incompetent providers who showed little regard for their patient’s safety. When Botox is administered properly, with due care and preparation – and in the right amount, the risk of death is exceptionally small.

In studies relating to use of Botox in a cosmetic capacity, there have been very few problems related to it, there are a minimal amount of serious side effects associated with it. Drooping eyelids and nausea are among the most common complaints, but even they occur in less than three per cent of patients. Muscle weakness and high blood pressure (hypertension) are sometimes a problem for a small percentage of people, although the procedure itself is temporary, so any undesirable results are, in effect, temporary also.

There are a number of other negligible side effects that have been reported in recent years, none of them with particularly far reaching consequences, these include; Indigestion, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, dry mouth, sore throat, fatigue, back pain, anxiety and bronchitis. If you experience any of these effects in the extreme, you should contact a medical professional immediately, as there may be some further health problems causing the adverse reaction.

How can I make sure I get the safest treatment?

It’s always a good idea to look into the clinics you are considering before you chose a provider, more often than not, you will be able to find some reviews and recommendations on the internet or among your family and friends. Remember, they need to be certified and they should have proof of this at their surgery, if you can’t find any evidence of medical training, don’t book treatment. Finding a surgeon that you are comfortable with and that understands your needs is also important, if you want to get the best results. A consultation is a great way to get to know your surgeon and to see if you are both on the same page; it’s also the perfect time to voice any safety concerns you might have. An experienced practitioner will be used to nervous patients and won’t hesitate to reassure you if you’re feeling anxious.

Look after your health and book with a professional outfit such as the Pearl Dental Clinic, they have a well-earned reputation for great customer service and highly trained staff who will make you feel at ease straight away.

Has Transformers starlet had dermal fillers?

Ever since her appearance at the premiere of her latest film Puss In Boots, rumours have been swirling around Hollywood about Megan Fox and her ever-changing face. It’s not the first time that the model-turned-actress has been the subject of speculation, but her plumper cheeks seem to suggest that dermal fillers have given her beauty a helping hand in recent weeks.

23-year-old Megan shot to fame in 2007 sci-fi film Transformers, catching attention with her shapely figure and flawless face. Four years later, Ms Fox is determined to keep her assets in tip-top condition and, according to LA plastic surgeon Brooke Barlow, has ‘definitely had some work done.’

Barlow suggested to Radaronline that Megan had received filler injections to her chin and cheeks, guessing that she had either had fat transfer treatment or dermal fillers. The surgeon said; ‘Where there was once a more defined [cheek bone], now she is round and full. Also, her naso-labial folds are non-existent, due to the fullness in her mid-face that lifts the cheek.’

The actress has taken to social networking site Twitter in the past to quash rumours of surgical enhancement, posting pictures of herself frowning to illustrate that her face had not been altered and commenting that they were ‘Things you can’t do with your face when you’ve had Botox.’ While most surgeons are not convinced, there are those who have suggested she has just gained weight since coming off a strict vegan diet four months ago.