BotoxBotox is the trade name for botulinum toxin, which is used in an ever growing number of cosmetic and general medical procedures. Botulinum is actually a poison, but when used correctly can produce a plethora of fantastic effects ranging from wrinkle reduction to muscle spasm control. In the cosmetic surgery industry, botulinum is one of the most profitable and popular treatments offered and is widely embraced as a method of retaining a youthful appearance, no matter what a person’s chronological age may be...
Botulinum toxin is an extremely poisonous protein produced by a specific bacterium named Clostridium botulinum. When used in quantity, the substance can easily kill a human, but when used conservatively, in carefully measured amounts, the substance can provide miracles for patients with many problematic conditions. Botulinum works on muscles, preventing contraction by blocking the chemical stimuli which tell the muscle to move. This occurs at the neuromuscular juncture and is absolute. Botulinum has been used for medical purposes for over years, but became incredibly prevalent in the cosmetic industry in the past decade.
Botulinum toxin is injected directly in tissues in order to be most effective. Multiple tiny injections are used in facial muscles to paralyze the structures and prevent contraction. It is muscular contraction which creates most of the wrinkles in our faces, including the deepest and most obvious laugh lines and forehead wrinkles. By decommissioning these normal contractions, existing wrinkles will be reduced and new wrinkles will not form for as long as the drug remains effective. Most average botulinum injections are effective for 3 to 4 months time, on average, but can range from 2 months to 8 months, depending on area treated and other factors.
Botox AdviceBotulinum is toxic and does have certain risks. Most patients tolerate treatment without incident, but some complications are possible and may include: bruising, reduced ability to move crucial areas of the face or jaw, inability to close eyes, infection and the extremely rare incidence of stroke or even death. If the injection is mistakenly placed into the bloodstream, dire consequences can occur, which is why botulinum remains a highly regulated substance. Always make sure to seek out botulinum treatments from a qualified physician only and do not trust your life, health or appearance to anyone not completely trained and legally licensed to administer the drug.
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