Preventative Cosmetic Medicine

Patients always ask me what the best prevention is for facial lines and wrinkles and my reply is always the same -- Sunscreen and Botox (and now Dysport too)! Everyone knows that an SPF of 15 or higher used daily will help to prevent wrinkles as well as those nasty sun spots. Most people however don't know that Botox also helps in the prevention of lines and wrinkles because it relaxes the muscle and prevents the wrinkles from forming in the first place. When patients start Botox treatments earlier in life, think 20's and 30's, they will theoretically never develop deep lines on the face, b/c the muscle movement has been softened and in effect - has prevented the lines from developing. Botox and Dysport are amazing treatments, that really preserve the skin and soften the signs of aging. The treatment is affordable, easy and involves no downtime. As always, make sure you seek your treatments at a reputable and qualified physicians office - to ensure a safe outcome.