Botox injections are one the most popular outpatient procedures for Crow’s Feet. These are the fan-like facial wrinkles that appear near your outer corners. These can be difficult to treat at home.
Despite the effectiveness of Botox injections, there are many things to consider before you make a decision. Considering the cost, frequency, and risk factors would be best.
What is Botox?
Botox is a muscle relaxant. Botox can be used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, such as excessive sweating and eye twitching. Injections prevent nerve signals from reaching muscles, preventing them from contracting often.
What can you expect from it?
Botox Cosmetic can be injected directly into the area around your crow’s feet using fine needles. Your healthcare provider may recommend that you first numb the area with a topical anesthetic such as ice, even if your tolerance is good.
Your healthcare provider will begin the injections once the skin around the eyes has numbed. The treatment will take only a few minutes because crow’s feet only cover a small portion of the face.
Combining Botox injections with other treatments may prolong the procedure. Sometimes, laser treatments can be used with Botox for Crow’s Feet.
Is it efficient?
According to the Mayo Clinic, Botox injections take about three days to show visible results around your eyes. After a few days, the muscles around your eyes might begin to relax. The effects usually last between three and four months. You will need to visit your healthcare provider every few months to ensure smoothness around your eyes.
The results of a 2016 study on 1,362 patients who had Botox for crow’s feet were stable for at least four years.
How much
It is important to consider the long-term cost of Botox for crow’s feet. Most healthcare providers will charge you according to how many units you need, not the cost of the visit.
The cost of Botox in New Jersey is estimated at $9 to $20 per unit. You can expect to pay between $90 and $200 per visit if you get five units on average. Your cost will vary depending upon where you live and how many you receive.
Botox for crow’s feet is not covered by insurance because it isn’t considered a medical procedure but an elective cosmetic one.
Recovery timeline
Botox takes a shorter time to heal than other cosmetic procedures. You can go home immediately after receiving your Botox injections unless you experience side effects that require treatment at the healthcare provider.
It is easy to make an at-home recovery. It is possible to wear makeup and wash your skin on the same day. You can return to work as well. However, be careful not to rub your eyes. This could cause the medication to disappear from your crow’s feet.
The bottom line
Botox can be used continuously to treat crow’s foot. This treatment is not suitable for everyone, based on your health history. Tell your healthcare provider if you are currently taking any herbal supplements or medications. To reduce side effects, your healthcare provider may ask you to stop using them temporarily.
