Botox Injectables – Las Vegas Medical Spa
Humans, since their inception, have longed for beauty. As such, aging and its effect on the skin like wrinkles, dull skin, loosening, has long been an issue of worry. But here is a solution if you want to be lively and presentable even in your 80s-90s : Botox Injectables.
What are Botox Injectables?
Botox is a non-surgical injectable treatment used by cosmetic surgeons. They are derived from Botulinum Toxin. Although the material has been known for over a century to the medical science, its anti-aging properties have given it much prominence.
When injected, Botox temporarily relaxes the facial muscles, and helps in smoothing frown lines between the eyebrows, forehead lines that are formed when eyebrows are raised, surprise lines, crow’s feet around the eyes. They are also popularly used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
The Botulinum Toxin work by blocking those chemical impulses from nerves which causes muscle to contract. They prevent the formation of new wrinkles by blocking the individual’s ability to make facial expressions, which are considered as primary cause for wrinkle formation.
Botox are purified form of protein derived from Botulinum Toxin A. This ensures the botulism risk is kept to bare minimum, if used properly. Under the guidance of Dr. Bryson Richards , a reputed plastic surgeon, at his private practice place located at Las Vegas, the treatment can be taken. Botox is injected using a fine needle at into the targeted muscles. Due to the fineness of the needle, the pain is scarcely felt.
Cost of cosmetic surgery
The cost of cosmetic surgery depends upon two factors – the number of injections and number of units required for the treatment. There are various factors that affect the number of injection required including the range of the targeted area being treated. Similarly, the number of units required depends on how active are your muscles.
While few plastic surgery doctors charge per area cost, others charge per unit cost. The price stipulated for single unit falls in the range of $9 to $15. For treatment of the forehead furrows or the crow’s feet, roughly 10 to 20 units are required, costing you somewhere between $90 and $300.
After Botox is injected, the patient can resume his normal activity. The entire process takes about 30 minutes to complete. Its effect, that is disappearance of wrinkles and lines by 80 percent, can be felt within 4-7 days of initial injections. The results typically should last three to four months. To maintain the results, the patient needs regular follow up injections.
Noted for its cosmetic benefits, the Botox injection has certainly impacted people’s life. Patients have appreciated the way it has made a difference to their appearance. They have started feeling more confident professionally. With experienced plastic surgeons, they are now more refreshed and relaxed about their outlook in social situations. Botox, under the proper guidance of a doctor, should essentially be taken to maintain youthfulness in your skin.
If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070