People of all ages have experienced the incredible healing and rejuvenating benefits of the injectable treatment BOTOX^®. This non-invasive injectable is best known for its ability to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles to help people look younger without the need for surgery. Botox^® works so effectively because it reduces the ability of certain muscles to contract, thereby reducing the skin’s ability to crease and create fine lines and wrinkles.

What’s even more exciting about Botox^® treatments is that beyond its cosmetic abilities, Botox^® injections can also help doctors treat some chronic issues. At Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove helps her patients not only treat their aesthetic concerns but can also help treat concerns outside of aesthetics. As Dr. Cosgrove is a board-certified specialist, you can rest assured that your treatments are being done with the highest standard of precision and safety. Read on to learn more about some of the lesser-known uses for Botox^®.

3 Uncommon Ways to Use Botox^®

In the world of injectables, Botox^® is the most well-known for its amazing ability to help people rejuvenate their skin and look younger. But there are some ways to use this incredible neuromodulator that you may not have realized.

1. Botox^® Can Reduce Anxiety and Depression

Studies have shown a link between Botox^® injections and tension relief, resulting in decreased psychological and musculoskeletal stress levels. Essentially, when the wrinkle relaxer is injected into a particular area, it becomes nearly impossible to grind teeth or experience pressure buildup in the face due to the stress. This happens because Botox^® inhibits muscle contraction in the face, which reduces wrinkles, but also adds the benefit of calming the central nervous system, proving to be a worthwhile remedy for many people looking to lower their stress levels and help with symptoms of anxiety and depression.

2. Medical Uses of Botox^®

No longer used as just a wrinkle relaxer, Botox^® also has incredible medical benefits. Because of its ability to dramatically reduce muscle contractions, doctors and researchers have used Botox^® successfully to:

• Manage migraines
• Slow down overactive sweat glands
• Reduce chronic drooling
• Reduce neck spasms
• Alleviate eye conditions like twitching or crossed eyes
• Manage an overactive bladder

3. Nonsurgical Facelift with Botox^®

Botox^® in combination with dermal fillers, can achieve results akin to a facelift at a fraction of the cost and with significantly less downtime. Using facial fillers such as Juvéderm^® to enhance areas of the face while also using Botox^® to smooth lines and wrinkles can provide results that will set the clock back. You’ll not only be able to restore the youthful smoothness of your skin, but you’ll also be able to provide volume in areas that appear sunken or hollow due to age-related volume loss. Dermal fillers are composed of a naturally occurring substance called hyaluronic acid that feels and looks natural once injected into the skin.

Get the Most Out of Your Botox^® Injections – Partner with an Expert

If you’re interested in learning more about what Botox^® from a licensed professional can do, look no further than the experts at Desert Med Aesthetics in Indian Wells, CA. To schedule your personalized consultation, simply call (760) 777-8772 or contact us through our online portal.