Let’s Talk Brotox: 5 Things Men Should Know About Botox Newport Beach

Facial injectables aren’t just for women anymore. Over the last decade, “Brotox,” a tongue-in-cheek reference to Botox injections for men, has become increasingly popular. In fact, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there has been nearly a 30% increase in the number of men getting Botox since 2010. Today, Botox injections are the #1 cosmetic procedure for men.

In the past, many men were hesitant to try facial injectables, thinking they are female-only procedures. The stigma is starting to fade as more men embrace all that Botox can do for them. By relaxing wrinkles and preventing lines from deepening over time, Botox can help men achieve a more youthful look that some consider a major asset in their career and personal lives.

Dr. Malecki at Lotus Medical Aesthetics Newport Beach is the Medical Director for Allergan Aesthetics, the makers of Botox. Needless to say, he is an expert Botox injector and leads the creation of training curriculum for physicians and injectors across the US.

Here five things Dr. Malecki says men should know about Botox:

1. It only takes a few minutes.
Many men are wary of undergoing cosmetic procedures because they think they are time-intensive or painful. Botox is quick and noninvasive. No anesthesia is needed and a trained doctor like Dr. Malecki needs just a few minutes to inject. Many people get Botox on a lunch break.

2. Men may need more units.

Because Botox works by temporarily relaxing muscles, the amount needed is based on how robust the muscle tissue is. Generally, men have thicker and more robust muscles and tissue so more Botox is needed to sufficiently relax the muscles.

 3. Men are commonly treated in three main areas.

The most common places men get Botox are:

·      In the corners of the eyes to soften the appearance of Crow’s feet lines

·      Between the eyebrows to target frown lines

·      In the forehead to reduce creases

 Dr. Malecki always performs a comprehensive assessment to determine each client’s facial muscle anatomy and where Botox may be most beneficial.

 4. Results are NOT instantaneous.

Some men may not realize that Botox injections do not have an immediate aesthetic effect. If a client is considering Botox for a particular event, he should plan to get his injections a few weeks in advance of the event. It takes 7 to 10 days for Botox to take full effect.

5. Results last about 4 months.

Keep in mind that the duration of results is related to how many units are injected. As stated in #2, men may need more units of Botox to achieve sustained results.

Considering Botox? Contact us to schedule a free consultation.