{"id":231,"date":"2024-03-11T17:43:53","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T17:43:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/?p=231"},"modified":"2024-04-20T17:47:27","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T17:47:27","slug":"refreshing-faces-why-are-more-men-getting-botox","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.belldentalky.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/11\/refreshing-faces-why-are-more-men-getting-botox\/","title":{"rendered":"Refreshing Faces: Why Are More Men Getting Botox?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Most people are familiar with Botox<\/a> and know that it can reduce the appearance of wrinkles. However, are you aware that your dentist may be licensed to administer it in this capacity? It may come as a surprise to learn that the same person who cares for your teeth can cosmetically enhance your appearance. It\u2019s not as uncommon as you might think, though, because they are already trained to use it to treat certain dental issues, like bruxism (teeth grinding) and temporomandibular joint disorders. Many providers are happy to extend their services one step further to help address fine lines in your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Historically, Botox has been more popular with women who long to look younger but in recent years, it\u2019s been gaining traction with men, too. Keep reading to learn why!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Botox?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Botox is the brand name for a neurotoxin produced by Clostridium Botulinum<\/em> bacteria. Botulinum toxin by itself can be dangerous to humans because in large enough quantities, it\u2019s capable of destroying nerves and vital proteins. When carefully administered in small doses by a trained professional, it weakens muscle contractions by blocking nerve signals. This forces the muscle to relax which allows the skin layer above it to do the same. This is how it smoothes unwanted wrinkles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Are Men Increasingly Interested in Botox?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 2010, there\u2019s been a 20% increase in the number of men getting plastic surgery in general, and those receiving Botox specifically have jumped by 27%. While the reason why varies from person to person, some common motivations include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n