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At one time, Botox was seen as an antiaging tool of the rich and famous. Today, everyone is discovering and taking advantage of the benefits. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Botox injections were the most popular non-invasive cosmetic procedure in 2020.

How Does Botox Work?

When botulinum toxin is injected, it blocks certain nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. When the muscles relax, it reduces unwanted wrinkles for months at a time. When properly administered, Botox will not give you the dreaded ‘frozen face.’  In fact, when done properly on the right candidate, the injections can produce some really gorgeous results.

At UELC, our experienced and qualified team works with men and women from all backgrounds who seek Botox treatments to address their cosmetic concerns. This blog goes over five advantages of Botox and how they can help you accomplish your aesthetic goals.

Advantage #1: Eliminate Lines and Wrinkles

Botox injections soften and minimize wrinkles, folds, and lines that develop on your upper face due to smiling, laughing, and other facial expressions. The injections work by relaxing the underlying tissue and muscle, smoothing out the surface lines. You’ll look younger and more relaxed, which does wonders for your self-esteem.

Tip: Even if you haven’t reached the stage where wrinkles and fine lines are a concern, you can start using Botox to minimize their development. It’s an excellent preventative treatment that gives you a head start on your anti-aging routine.

Advantage #2: Look Great on Camera

Before the pandemic, comparatively few companies used Zoom. That changed when the pandemic forced businesses everywhere to transition their workforce online. Almost overnight, there was a ‘Zoom Boom.’

On Zoom screens, people were suddenly able to see their own faces, and a lot of them didn’t like what they saw.  By reducing moderate to fine lines and wrinkles caused by facial expressions, ‘Zoomers’ can look refreshed both on camera and in real life.

Advantage #3: Results are Long-Lasting

Though Botox isn’t permanent, patients enjoy relatively long-lasting effects between treatments. Treatment is typically every three to four months. Choosing a competent, knowledgeable, and experienced provider is essential for obtaining Botox injections that last as long as possible. We at UELC are highly qualified and experienced in the most effective injection techniques.

Advantage #4: Recovery is Minimal

Unlike cosmetic surgery, Botox injections are non-invasive. Side effects such as swelling, redness, and bruising may be experienced in the first few days after treatment, but these do not usually require any downtime. After a few days, you’ll notice a significant improvement in the fine lines and wrinkles that were treated!

Advantage #5: Botox is Safe and Effective

In Canada, Botox has been approved to treat frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead wrinkles since 2001. Since then, thousands of Canadians have used it to rejuvenate their appearance and even treat certain medical conditions like chronic migraines. Botox is widely considered a safe and effective cosmetic enhancement that achieves visible results with little to no downtime.

Do You Have Questions About Botox?

If you live in or near the GTA and have Botox questions, call UELC at 416-653-8352. We offer a range of surgical and non-surgical procedures to help men and women look and feel their best, so to learn more or to schedule a consultation, contact us today.