Every morning we look in the mirror, and perhaps we find something new we don’t wish to see. It could be another gray hair, or else a wrinkle under the eye that didn’t appear as pronounced the day before. Much as we would like to turn back time and revert to our more youthful selves, that time machine hasn’t been invented. Anti-aging elements and diets can help slow the process of looking older, but if you are interested in expedited results you may wish to consider Botox injections.

Before you do, however, it’s important to weigh all the options before you commit to any kind of cosmetic surgery. While Botox injections to smooth out facial wrinkles are probably the least invasive of plastic surgery procedures, there are still factors to consider. Allergies, long-term effects, the change to your face are all things you must think about. Because facial injections are typically an outpatient procedure, taking too much time off work may not be an issue, but let’s look at other questions you may ask yourself:

1) Will a younger appearance have a better impact on work? If you still work, or are in the market for a job and competing with young candidates, you may wish to present a fresher face to the world.

2) Will a youthful appearance boost my self-esteem? Think about why you are really getting Botox injections: is it to better the way you feel about yourself, or to improve what others think when they see you? Are the opinions of friends, family, and co-workers more important?

3) Do you have any pre-existing conditions that might interfere with injections? If you think you might expection a reaction after receiving Botox, confer with a plastic surgeon first.

In short, you should consider Botox to smooth your facial features if you think it would benefit you and improve your self-esteem, not because you are pressured by others to look younger. This is your body, make the right decisions for it.