Myths and Facts of Botox: Cosmetic Treat or Natural Pleat?
Summary: Botulinum or Botox is a toxin which is again a neurotoxic protein that is produced by a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum. It is more of a protein that is injected underneath the skin to reduce or smooth out the fine lines and wrinkles on the face. So let us take a deep view into this protein which may be of use to streamline the frown lines and make our visage more appealing. Also let us take a glance on the effects and side effects.
Botox is the trade name for the neurotoxic protein called Clostridium botulinum which is a cosmetic treatment to reduce the facial creases and fine lines visible on face. This is a non surgical face lift process to help unmask the finer skin. The treatment is for adults in the age group of 12 to 65 years. The protein is found in serum form and is injected to the desired area. This neurotoxin is not only a cosmetic remedy but is also administered for certain chronic pains.
To begin with, the botulinum toxins block the indicators that generally result in muscle contraction. It actually paralyzes the injected area to some extent. To put in simple words it is just that if an area of body can not move, it can not wrinkle or shrink. By injecting the Botox toxin directly underneath the skin will neither affect the other parts of the body nor does the neurotoxin spread to the rest of the body. This procedure should be performed under medical guidance and environment which is well equipped to handle emergency if any. The procedure will take approximately ten minutes and does not require any sedatives or anesthesia. When the neurotoxin is injected, it has a local effect. The result is visible either in a couple of hours or days. However, the effect of this treatment is not permanent. They may last anywhere from three to eight months which again depends on the recipients body type. After a certain period of time the frown lines and wrinkles may begin to appear because the effect of Botox will slowly fade. Botox injections can be taken in the intervals of every four months.
With repeated treatments, tightening of muscles occur and will lead to longer lasting results. If alcohol is present in the recipient’s body, at the time of taking the Botox injection then it may result in bruises on the injected area. Also, the recipient has to inform the doctor before hand if they are allergic to any kind of drug.
As few of the cosmetic treatments come with after effects and side effects, Botox also has strings attached to it. Possible reactions are dry mouth, discomfort or pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, eye and vision problems, swallowing issues, wheezing and dizziness. The treatment is not advisable to pregnant women, if the areas to be injected is infection prone or have a neurological disorder. Please consult your doctor in case of any discomfort and irregularity in the overall body system after the procedure.
Summary: Botulinum or Botox is a toxin which is again a neurotoxic protein that is produced by a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum. It is more of a protein that is injected underneath the skin to reduce or smooth out the fine lines and wrinkles on the face. So let us take a deep view into this protein which may be of use to streamline the frown lines and make our visage more appealing. Also let us take a glance on the effects and side effects.
Botox is the trade name for the neurotoxic protein called Clostridium botulinum which is a cosmetic treatment to reduce the facial creases and fine lines visible on face. This is a non surgical face lift process to help unmask the finer skin. The treatment is for adults in the age group of 12 to 65 years. The protein is found in serum form and is injected to the desired area. This neurotoxin is not only a cosmetic remedy but is also administered for certain chronic pains.
To begin with, the botulinum toxins block the indicators that generally result in muscle contraction. It actually paralyzes the injected area to some extent. To put in simple words it is just that if an area of body can not move, it can not wrinkle or shrink. By injecting the Botox toxin directly underneath the skin will neither affect the other parts of the body nor does the neurotoxin spread to the rest of the body. This procedure should be performed under medical guidance and environment which is well equipped to handle emergency if any. The procedure will take approximately ten minutes and does not require any sedatives or anesthesia. When the neurotoxin is injected, it has a local effect. The result is visible either in a couple of hours or days. However, the effect of this treatment is not permanent. They may last anywhere from three to eight months which again depends on the recipients body type. After a certain period of time the frown lines and wrinkles may begin to appear because the effect of Botox will slowly fade. Botox injections can be taken in the intervals of every four months.
With repeated treatments, tightening of muscles occur and will lead to longer lasting results. If alcohol is present in the recipient’s body, at the time of taking the Botox injection then it may result in bruises on the injected area. Also, the recipient has to inform the doctor before hand if they are allergic to any kind of drug.
As few of the cosmetic treatments come with after effects and side effects, Botox also has strings attached to it. Possible reactions are dry mouth, discomfort or pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, eye and vision problems, swallowing issues, wheezing and dizziness. The treatment is not advisable to pregnant women, if the areas to be injected is infection prone or have a neurological disorder. Please consult your doctor in case of any discomfort and irregularity in the overall body system after the procedure.
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