Botox is a procedure that mean people use to achieve a more youthful look. Medically speaking though, Botox is a cosmetic treatment that is injected into your body, specifically your face, that relaxes your muscles. Be relaxing your muscles, Botox is designed to reduce the number of lines and wrinkles that appear on your face, hence where its well-known reputation for making one look younger comes from.

#1 Botox Isn't Covered by Insurance

One of the most important things you need to know about Botox is that it is not covered by your insurance in pretty much all cases (with some exceptions if Botox is deemed medically necessary). In general, Botox is considered an elective treatment. Insurance is not designed to cover treatments that are deemed to be elective.

That means if you want to get Botox treatment, you need to pay out of pocket for the treatment. That means you need to have the cash to pay for the Botox. Be sure to find out the cost before you show up for your treatment to ensure that you have the cash to cover the bill.

#2 Go to A Medical Professional for Treatment

Although Botox is often touted as an easy procedure, it is still a procedure that you should have done by a medical professional. There are a variety of different medical professionals that offer Botox treatment. You can get Botox treatment from a gynecologist, surgeon, or even a dentist. Make sure that you go to someone who is a board certified surgeon or dermatologist. You want to have a professional treat your face.

#3 Recovery Time Is Quick

One of the great things about Botox is that recovery times are quick. You are able to get back to your life after you have Botox injection. The injection site may be a little red or slightly bruised, but it should not be too noticeable or look too bad.

You should avoid doing any vigorous activity for at least a day following your injection. You should also not lay down for a couple hours after your injection, so that the injection will stay where it is supposed to. Also, avoid rubbing the injection site as well.

Remember that Botox is designed to relax your face muscles so that you look younger. Keep in mind that your insurance isn't going to cover the procedure, so make sure that you have enough money for the procedure. You can resume normal activities after you get your injections, but avoid taking a nap or doing vigorous activity right after you get an injection. 

Contact a clinic, like Refined Dermatology , for more help.