Botox for Treating Depression
Who knew treatment of wrinkles one day would offer a solution for treating depression? Yes, it is true. It happened when a dermatologist observed that a few of his patients were feeling relief from their depression after several sessions of Botox treatment for wrinkle reduction.* This led to several studies to find out a connection between Botox and depression treatment. The findings are surprisingly good. Doctors in their research have observed that at times even a single injection of Botox to patients helps their depression go into remission.*
How Botox Helps in Depression Treatment
Botox for depression is of course, not a very realistic treatment method. One reason is that effects of Botox wear off after three months. And another reason is the cost per session. Unlike wrinkle treatments, which may need a few injections, the treatment for depression doesn’t work that way. The added cost of the treatment for depression is a hindrance to its popularity. Botox treatment for depression is also not covered by insurance, which further stops patients from giving it a try.
Not all are convinced of the efficacy of the treatment. Yes, the research is in place and the further study is ongoing. However there are always people who are skeptical to anything new or path breaking. Botox may not be perfect for curing depression. It might support the patient’s treatment plan and if the patient is feeling relief from it, then it is a good idea to include Botox injections to the overall treatment strategy in a medical spa.*
However, Botox alone is not enough for treating depression. It would only work in conjunction with psychotherapy for depression. Think of Botox as an alternative to anti-depressants or as a supplement to support the treatment.*
For more information on procedures and treatments at LeReve Medical Spa performed by Dr Hany Zaki for patients in Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Arcadia and surrounding areas, please contact us at (626) 460-1575.
*Individual results may vary; not a guarantee.