The holidays are all about showing love and generosity to those around you. But don’t forget about yourself. With Botox® injections, you can eliminate any concerns about the signs of aging and face the holiday season with confidence. Here’s what you should know about scheduling your treatment before the holidays. 

How Does It Work?

When injected into a muscle, Botox paralyzes it, preventing it from creating “dynamic wrinkles.” For example, most of the wrinkles on your face are created by a muscular movement, such as when smiling forms creases around your eyes. When the muscles are relaxed, they can no longer crease the skin, reducing the formation and appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

What Are the Benefits?

If you receive Botox in time for the holiday festivities, you can face old friends and relatives with confidence. Perhaps you’re headed back to your hometown and want to make a good impression on your old high school classmates—Botox will make your skin seem smoother, allowing for a more youthful overall appearance. You’ll also feel more self-assured when taking photos or videos, whether at your parents’ home or your office holiday party.

Botox can be used to treat excessive perspiration and migraines as well, which can significantly subside the stress of the holiday season.

When Is the Ideal Time to Get Botox Before the Holidays?

Botox is known for its speedy recovery times—some patients even get injections on their lunch break before heading back to work. This makes it especially convenient when you’re trying to juggle your holiday to-do list.

On the other hand, if it’s your first time having the procedure, you might experience side effects, such as temporary swelling or redness. It’s safest to schedule your appointment at least a week or two before your holiday event.

If you don’t have that much time, make sure the appointment is at least 24 hours before any occasion involving exercise or other rigorous activity. Your skin care specialist will advise you to take it slow for the first day to prevent the neurotoxin from migrating from the injection site.

If you want to enhance your holiday season with Botox, get in touch with David K Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D., of Kailua-Kona, HI. This respected plastic surgeon received his training from Harvard, and he continues to impress patients with cutting-edge procedures today. Whether you’re interested in a non-invasive facelift or reconstructive surgery, visit the website to learn more about his offerings. You can also call (808) 326-2040 to schedule a consultation.