For a significant number of years, men considered cosmetic surgery to be for females only–the exception being reconstructive plastic surgeries. Men previously viewed having a cosmetic procedure as a sign of a vain personality.
While one of the purposes of these procedures is to improve physical aspects, aesthetics is much more than achieving the perfect face or body. It’s creating a look that works for the individual based on their unique physical features and genetic makeup. The various options for both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures have prompted a wide margin of males to realize that plastic surgery is not just for women–it’s for anyone who wants to feel confident in their appearance.
Botox continues to sit comfortably among the top cosmetic treatments, specifically the non-invasive ones. This neurotoxin is a viable option for those wanting to refresh their face by reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
How Botox Works
Botox utilizes botulinum toxin to paralyze the muscles and temporarily prevent movement. During this time, the skin covering these muscles relaxes, leaving diminished–or eliminated–lines and wrinkles. Botox is beneficial in reducing wrinkles in several facial areas, including around the eyes (crow’s feet), frown lines between the eyebrows, and forehead lines.
At the start of a Botox session, the injector will clean the treatment sites with alcohol. This sanitization helps clear away bacteria that can get into the tiny wounds left by the needles during injections. Patients would be prone to infection and complications without this crucial first step.
Next, the injector will strategically inject small amounts of Botox into the muscles. A qualified and experienced injector will know the measures of Botox necessary to relax the targeted muscles; however, some patients may require a higher dosage than others to achieve the same effects. If patients don’t see results from their injections within ten to fourteen days, they should contact their provider to schedule additional injections.
Botox Customized For Men
Both women and men routinely receive Botox injections. Male patients express concerns about lines and wrinkles in the same areas as female patients. However, men are prone to worry lines on their foreheads and deep-set wrinkles between their eyebrows. Injectors can customize a Botox session for men by addressing these cosmetic facial issues. Male patients also require more units of Botox, sometimes as much as two to three times the dosage necessary to produce the same effects in women.
Why Is Botox For Men More Expensive?
Men typically have thicker facial skin than women. The muscles and tissue of their faces are usually denser, too. While a small amount of Botox may accomplish the desired results in women, men will need more units of medicine to create the same effect. A higher dosage of medicine for male patients means a more expensive Botox session.
Conclusion
Men are finally opening up to cosmetic procedures, especially minimally invasive treatments that require little to no downtime. Botox injections temporarily limit facial muscle movements, producing a relaxed, wrinkle-free complexion. The amount of Botox necessary to accomplish these results in men is higher. More Botox units mean the session will be more expensive for male patients. A skilled injector will know how to customize the Botox session to provide male patients with the best results.
If you have questions about Botox sessions, call Seattle Plastic Surgery at 206-324-1120 to schedule a consultation today.
Dr. Jonov is a cosmetic surgeon who specializes in plastic surgeries of the face, breast, and body at Seattle Plastic Surgery.
