In recent years, Botox® has become increasingly popular as an affordable and effective anti-aging solution. More people realize how beneficial it can be when used to prevent wrinkles, rather than treating them after they form. But at what age should you start getting this treatment? To help answer this question, the following guide outlines everything you need to know about Botox.

When Should You Start Getting Preventative Botox®?

Though there is no specific age that’s recommended for everyone, a skilled professional can help you determine the perfect time depending on your goals and overall health. For example, women in their early 20s rarely need Botox to prevent wrinkles. However, if your goal is to improve facial symmetry by removing a droopy brow, treatment may still be ideal for you.

Those in their late 20s, however, may benefit the most from preventative Botox, particularly if they experienced a lot of sun exposure during childhood. Treatments can be applied in areas, such as the corners of the mouth, where wrinkles tend to develop.

To truly maximize your benefits from this treatment, it’s important to have it done by the time you turn 40, as it can help limit the amount of work necessary. By this time, frown lines and crow’s feet may become more pronounced and will benefit from Botox.

How Can the Initial Consultation Help You Decide?

Though this treatment is an effective and popular anti-aging solution, the correct dosage and time to start getting it will depend on your facial muscles and preferences. Because of this, the initial consultation with a practitioner is critical in helping you determine when to start getting Botox. These experts understand facial muscles and aging skin, which means they can use the treatment to do more than just treat wrinkles; they can also keep your face more structured based on the way your facial muscles behave.

 

To determine when you should start getting Botox, turn to the experts at the office of Lauren A. Daman, M.D., P.C., based in Hartford, CT. Their team of highly skilled dermatologists can analyze your face and help create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. They even offer scar removal and treatment for spider veins to help you continue looking your best. To learn more about their services or to schedule an appointment, give them a call today at (860) 246-3533. You can also visit their website for more information.