07/10/2009

LOOKING AND FEELING HAPPIER

Recent research indicates that Botox injections not only minimize frown lines, they may also lift patients’ spirits. This finding is in accord with previous research that suggests that wiping out the physical manifestations of expressions of negative emotion actually helps to lighten people’s moods. The latest piece of research in this regard involved 25 cosmetic surgery patients who either received injections of Botulinum Toxin A or other cosmetic treatments for wrinkles, including skin peels, dermal fillers, etc. Two weeks after their treatments, the patients were asked to fill out a self-screening questionnaire for depression and anxiety and assess the success of their treatments. The Botox patients scored much lower on measures of depression, anxiety, and irritability.

The lines that appear between your brows result from muscle movement and the passage of time. As skin becomes less elastic with age, those folds or furrows result in stubborn lines. If you are uncomfortable with the appearance of your skin, please call ELMHURST DERMATOLOGY at 630-832-2111 to schedule an evaluation. We offer a wide range of specialized cosmetic dermatology services, including Botox injections, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. Our practice is located at 103 N. Haven, Suite 7, Elmhurst.

P.S. The study mentioned above suggests that facial muscles directly influence brain activity.