Posted by brynb on April 17, 2014, at 0:02:34
In reply to Re: Botox improves 52% of depressed by at least 50% » kribensis, posted by Phillipa on April 4, 2014, at 21:08:18
> I have also read that all the cosmetic fillers can cause serious side effects. Like bumps and infections in the skin requiring surgery to fix. Seems like an inexpensive way to look a bit younger. As for the depression which started the Link can't comment on that really. But even after having conventional surgery it caused PTSD type reactions for a few months. So I guess this is why when have visited the plastic surgeon's offices neither they or they staff use the products or have had surgery. Some female RN's had implants. Phillipa
Hi Phillipa!
How are you? Just wanted to point out (from any earlier response on the thread), I've never heard of Botox being used on the nose, and only sometimes (and very rarely), is it used for the mouth (and if it is, usually it's to "freeze" puckering/lines above the mouth that develop w/age, though the only way to really address anything except for brow lines, forehead wrinkles and crow's feet is with fillers such as Juvederm (the treatment of choice, at least in NYC).
Also, Botox is not considered a filler; it acts as a paralytic agent to the muscles it's injected into--it's doesn't fill or plump the face; it smoothes it out (and usually only lasts for about 3 months). Fillers are typically temporary, too (ie Juvederm, Restalyne, etc.), but last longer than Botox. Silicone though is permanent and can cause the lumps and puffiness (so it's really very hard to remove and/or restore the original skin/facial area to "normal.") Goodness! I'm way too into skincare ;), lol!!
I agree that cosmetic/surgical procedures can sometimes worsen depression at first, especially as many people have unrealistic expectations, though if folks can get past the initial healing period, it's usually a great mood booster, at least in terms of how one feels about themselves.
All good with you?
Hope you're well!!
-b
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