When It Comes to Botox at Our Foster City Clinic, There’s Nothing to Worry About

People talk a lot about anxiety these days. Even when we try to meditate or give ourselves peaceful time, there are still moments when we can’t help worrying. And those worries can impact our appearance.

The furrowing of the brows and clenching of the jaw can have long-term effects on how we look. A worrisome moment can create “dynamic wrinkles,” which are noticeable facial lines that appear when squinting or frowning. They typically disappear as soon as one’s emotions change, but over time, they may become part of a person’s daily appearance.

Worry lines can make one look perpetually frustrated, sending the wrong signal to everyone else (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7671269/). And for very social communities like Burlingame and San Mateo, that could be a problem. One great solution to a more serene appearance is Botox. Because worrying is a normal emotion, yet sometimes you don’t want others to see it stamped on your face.

Botox is a botulinum toxin blocking nerve cells and calming facial lines. A visit can take around thirty minutes, and it’s typically about one day for any redness or swelling to go down. Results can begin to appear around day two, and the treatment can last up to six months. If someone is hesitant about Botox, other injectables such as Dysport can also disarm the facial muscles for a more relaxed demeanor.

We offer several options for a fresher, calmer appearance!

Not everyone feels comfortable ‘freezing’ their facial muscles, and there are other options. Restylane is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that brings hydration and more volume to “plump out” wrinkles. A Restylane treatment can last from six to twelve months.

If a San Mateo resident is interested in a product that aligns with the body’s natural ability to rejuvenate, then Radiesse is another filler. It’s made in a gel form and is usually an excellent alternative for deeper facial lines. It stimulates collagen production and can last up to eighteen months.

Sometimes, a Burlingame resident might be more concerned about an emerging double chin than wrinkles. In these situations, a Kybella treatment can break down fat cells, bringing the neck and chin area back to a more sculpted appearance. Kybella treatments can take up to twenty minutes. Recovery is a little longer, depending on the individual (up to four days at the most). And there may be puffiness for a few weeks. But a Kybella treatment can last for years because it eliminates the fat cells.

There are several other injectable options, and Dr. Miguel Canales can discuss them all during a scheduled consultation. Before selecting a specific injectable or laser treatment, Dr. Canales will conduct a comprehensive skin evaluation to help you choose the most suitable treatment for optimal results.