Why Men Get Botox - Jacksonville's Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery Reports

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That figure accounts for six percent of all Botox injections in America last year, and represents a nine percent jump in the number of men undergoing the procedure over 2009.

So why are so many men choosing Botox? In a word: "Competition," says Dr. Roberto Garcia of Florida. His firm is a top destination for Northeast Florida men seeking Botox. Jacksonville's Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery reports a growth in male Botox patients that mirrors nationwide statistics.

"With today's economy, men have to compete with much younger colleagues for jobs and promotions," Dr. Garcia says. "Of course, men have always competed for women, and today's men also are competing against outdated notions of what aging entails. People are remaining more active and healthy far into their retirement years and they want a look that matches that active lifestyle."

Top targets for men who opt for Botox are those two vertical lines between the eyebrows that can make one look angry or even confused, and thus, less masculine, some say. They also want to wipe out the creases in across their foreheads that add years to their perceived ...
... age, though crow's feet are less of an issue for men than they are for women. Most are adamant about avoiding that "frozen" look, instead opting for a more refreshed and natural look. Despite the increased acceptance of Botox and other cosmetic procedures among men, they remain a bit more secretive about it than do women.

If you're a male considering Botox, Jacksonville's Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery can be reached at 904-247-8522.

As double Board Certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Dr. Phillip and Roberto Garcia of Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery and Reviva Medical Spa are specialists in plastic reconstructive and cosmetic surgery for aging face procedures, rhinoplasty (nasal surgery), and eyelid plastic surgery.