
Yes, Botox® is a safe and effective treatment that enjoys immense popularity - but only if you adhere to sensible guidelines that will ensure that the procedure goes smoothly and safely as it should:
Choose an Appropriate Setting - Botox® injections should be performed in a setting with appropriate medical personnel and necessary equipment to safely observe patients and deal with potential complications, as well as provide for the proper disposal of medical waste.
According to the Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Society, qualified professionals also performed 1.6 million BOTOX injections, up 45% from the previous year; 1.4 million chemical peels, up 116% from 2000, and 1 million collagen treatments, up 85%.
The latest trend in aesthetics is "The Botox® Party," where people gather for Botox® injections at someone's house or a hotel banquet room, usually a social atmosphere with alcoholic beverages served. While these parties may sound like fun, Botox® injections are serious business and should be treated as such. While the injections are quick and minimally invasive with few side effects or risks, Botox® is very definitely a medical procedure. The consumption of alcohol before, during or after any medical procedure could affect a patient's decision and the outcome of the procedure. This decision should be made without the influence of alcohol or peer pressure.