Is 60 too late for Botox?

There is no upper age limit for people who want to have Botox. In fact, many women enjoy the refreshed look they can get from Botox and complementary treatments when they are in their 60s or older.

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Should I get Botox at 65?

The short, ultra general answer, is Yes! People aged 65 and above can safely receive Botox to reduce signs of aging; as long as you are in general good health, you shouldn't have any problem with Botox treatments.

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Does Botox work on older skin?

And if you're wondering if Botox works if you already have wrinkles, the answer is a resounding YES. In fact, smoothing out facial wrinkles and fine lines, like laugh lines, crow's feet, frown lines, etc., is the primary FDA-approved purpose of Botox injections.

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At what age does Botox stop working?

So Botox is safe for most people, and there isn't any change in your body's reaction to the drug once you hit 65. As with many FDA recommendations, "65 and under" doesn't mean it can't work for you, it just means that the risks and effects involved haven't been fully assessed in this age bracket.

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Can Botox fix sagging jowls?

Botox reduces sagging jowls by tightening and lifting the jaw area. This pulls back the excess sagging skin that creates jowls in the first place.

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Does Botox help with turkey neck?

Botox is a revolutionary prescription medication that improves moderate to severe frown lines, forehead furrows, smoker's lines, and crow's feet. But did you know it can also reduce the appearance of turkey necks? It can make an aging neck look more youthful.

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How can I lift my jowls without fillers?

Ultherapy (Ultrasound Therapy) for Collagen Stimulation on the Jowls. Ultherapy is an outpatient, non surgical cosmetic procedure for lifting, tightening, and firming jowls. Much like filler injections, one of the primary benefits of ultherapy is how fast and easy treatments can be.

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Are there downsides to Botox?

Possible side effects and complications include: Pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site. Headache or flu-like symptoms. Droopy eyelid or cockeyed eyebrows.

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Is 70 years old too old for Botox?

ANSWER: All forms of Botox injections approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for forehead wrinkles are intended for people 65 and younger. Beyond that, the medication may not be as effective as it is for younger individuals.

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What happens to your face after years of Botox?

If you stop BOTOX treatments after many years of regular injections, the only effect will be that your wrinkles will return, albeit a bit more slowly than if you had not been using BOTOX. It's true: Even after you stop, you will still look younger than you would have if you had never been injected.

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What happens if you get Botox once and stop?

Many people worry that if they stop getting BOTOX injections, their wrinkles will come back faster and worse than before. However, this is not the case. If you stop BOTOX injections, your wrinkles will slowly start to come back, but slower than if you had never used BOTOX to begin with.

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Do wrinkles look worse after Botox wears off?

When people see lines forming after BOTOX wears off, they assume treatment made their wrinkles worse. Actually, your face simply returns back to its natural state. No new wrinkles or lines are ever caused by these injections.

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Can you tell if someone has had Botox?

“When an area of the face is frozen with absolutely no wrinkles, you can assume the person has had a date with a needle.” "When you look at a photo and see an area of the face that is extremely smooth and shiny," Rusher says, "that can be an indicator that the person may have had Botox."

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Who is not suitable for Botox?

BOTOX® candidates should be in good overall health. This treatment is not suitable for those who suffer from or have a history of nerve damage or muscle conditions, such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

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What can I do instead of Botox?

Botox alternatives
  • Other injectables. Dysport, like Botox, is a neurotoxin. ...
  • FaceXercise. If exercise can help ward off aging in the body, why not in the face, too? ...
  • Acupuncture. Acupuncture as an anti-aging treatment is a relatively new procedure, but it's a promising one. ...
  • Face patches. ...
  • Vitamins. ...
  • Facial creams. ...
  • Chemical peels.

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Is Botox safer than fillers?

Dermal fillers carry the possibility of more risks and side effects than Botox. Severe side effects are rare. Moderate side effects usually go away within two weeks.

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Why does Botox cause shiny forehead?

Why Does Botox Make Your Forehead Shiny? Light naturally reflects off of smooth surfaces, so the smoother your skin, the more light will bounce. Botox injections smooth the skin, which can cause it to appear shinier, especially if it is overdone.

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Can saggy jowls be fixed?

There are several options for treating sagging jowls or reducing how saggy or droopy they appear. Surgical procedures, such as neck lifts, can tighten your skin and make it look less saggy. Nonsurgical procedures, such as thermage, lasers, and peels, can change the composition of the collagen in your skin.

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How do I get rid of jowls around my mouth?

While jowls are harmless, some people may feel uncomfortable about how they look. Many medical options exist to treat them, including neck lifts, injectable fillers, and radiotherapy. Less invasive alternatives are becoming more popular, as well. These include acupuncture, facial massage, and facial yoga.

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Does Microneedling tighten jowls?

One of the main benefits of microneedling is that it can help stimulate collagen production, which can lead to firmer, smoother skin. This can in turn help reduce the appearance of jowls. Microneedling is usually performed in a series of treatments, spaced out over several weeks or months.

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Where do you inject Botox for sagging jowls?

Injecting 20 to 30 units of Botox per side, right where the muscle meets the jawline and contracts, can recontour the face as the jaw gradually narrows. Expect to wait a month or more for the muscles to shrink, and know that it may take more than one treatment before you see the lifting effect.

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What is a micro neck lift?

A mini neck lift is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that removes excess skin in the jowl area and under the chin to create a more contoured, youthful-looking jawline and neck. The procedure is less extensive than a traditional neck lift, with smaller incisions, fewer risks, and a shorter recovery period.

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What is the best non surgical neck lift?

Ultherapy: Ultherapy is the only noninvasive treatment cleared by the FDA to lift the neck, chin, and brow. It delivers ultrasound energy deep into the skin, stimulating the production of collagen. Collagen is vital to the development of tight, smooth skin.

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Why does Botox make your eyebrows higher?

When Botox is applied to problem areas around the eyebrows, the muscles relax and the skin on top of them becomes smoother. The muscles around the eyebrows are pulled upwards, elevating the eyebrows and making a patient's eyes appear more open.

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What are 3 areas of Botox?

Botox injections are commonly injected into three main sites – forehead lines, crow's feet lines around the eyes and the vertical '11' frown lines between the eyebrows.

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