Botox

A Bacteria (Clostridium botulinum) produces a substance called boulinum toxin. If that toxin is ingested with food, it causes a poisoning that we call botulism. The same toxin, pharmaceutically processed, becomes a protein that can be used in medicinal purposes, in neurology and aesthetics.

Botox, when applied, blocks the chemical transport between nerve and muscle and disables the movement of the muscle for a certain period of time, while the effect lasts. Essentially, the muscle cannot contract within that period of time, and cannot be used for mimic expressions and making additional frown lines.

Aesthetically, Botox is used for treatment of wrinkles. It’s used to correct frown lines on the forehead, between and around the eyes. After applying Botox, a rejuvenated and well- rested effect is achieved.

A small well defined dose of the drug solution is applied with a very fine needle to certain strategic points on the face. Usually, it’s about 3 to 4 points over a certain region in order to inactivate the whole muscle.

It is possible for puncture mark bruising to occur, on the spots where the needle was placed, which resolves within 7 days . Nausea or headache may occur after treatment, but is considered a drug side effect only if it occurs within 24h of treatment.

In some situations it is possible that an eyebrow or an eyelid may droop, it is a temporary manifestation that lasts up to 3 months.

When a person has already had an allergic reaction to ingredients of this or products alike. Also, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

If Botox is applied directly to the muscle the effect is apparent within 48h, and fully developed within 7 days.

If Botox is applied under the skin, it takes a bit longer, between 7 and 14 days for the effect to develop.

Effects usually last for about 6 months, and the treatment can be repeated after that period of time.

Botox application itself hurts as much as a small prick by needle. There may sometimes be a burning sensation in the treated region.

It is used for treatment of hyperhidrosis (in the armpits, on the palms). Neurologists use it for treatment of dystonias and muscle spasms.

Yes, but after a certain period you may want to consider a different kind of approach that has a longer lasting effect.