The role of Botox in comprehensive anti-aging treatment

Botox is one of the simplest, most effective nonsurgical anti-aging treatments available. The procedure is fast and comfortable, making it an excellent lunchtime procedure. It works by relaxing the upper facial muscles, which tend to become rigid over time. This helps reduce crow’s feet, frown lines, and wrinkles and fine lines in the eye area. The results look natural, and they last for three to four months.

What to expect from Botox treatment
We begin with a consultation and aesthetic examination to determine if you are a good candidate for Botox. Fortunately, it is safe and effective for virtually anyone. The procedure consists of a few tiny, precisely located injections, and it takes just minutes. Results are not instant, but develop gradually over several days. Individuals who maintain their treatments with regular touch-ups (every few months) tend to see results sooner.

As the injections take effect, rigid muscles gradually soften, which smooths the overlying skin. Wrinkles and fine lines gradually fade, or disappear entirely. It is most effective for treating dynamic wrinkles, which are lines that appear when you form a facial expression and lessen or disappear when you relax.

Complimentary procedures
Botox alone can achieve amazing results, but it is even better when paired with other anti-aging techniques. Although many people hope that a single product or procedure will simply erase the years, aging is a complex process and comprehensive treatment requires a multifaceted approach. Some wrinkles are caused by muscles, others are caused by volume loss, and some are the result of decreased elasticity of the skin.

While Botox is a fantastic treatment for dynamic wrinkles, it cannot address all signs of aging. Neither can any other individual procedure. If you are seeking an overall younger, more radiant appearance, we will likely recommend adjunct treatments such as dermal fillers for restoring facial contours and chemical peels or light therapy for improving the texture and evening the tone of your skin.

If you are ready to put your most youthful face forward, call image Dermatology ® P.C. in Montclair and schedule an appointment. Our beautiful office is located in Montclair, convenient to Glen Ridge, Essex Fells, and other area communities.

Dr. Jeanine Downie
image Dermatology ® P.C.

Dr. Jeanine Downie is an experienced and popular dermatologist in Montclair. She possesses extensive experience and training in all aspects of dermatology, including cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. Dr. Downie provides modern and cutting-edge dermatology treatments to everyone in your family in a professional, competent and compassionate manner while ensuring that your individual and unique needs are met. Having received rigorous academic training, she completed her residency in Dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and also served as Chief Resident. She continues to upgrade her skills set and share her knowledge through professional affiliations and lecturing assignments on behalf of several renowned medical societies such as The Skin Cancer Foundation and The American Academy of Dermatology, among others. She also frequently interacts with the public through popular television shows such as Good Morning America, The Today Show, and The Dr. Oz Show, to name a few.