As we all become more aware of how we look and how old we appear, the quest to look younger is becoming more popular by the day. We’ve all heard of Botox® and the wonderful effects, but what is Botox®?
While it is an ever growing product that has become better and better over the years since it was first used to combat the signs of ageing, Botox®is an injected liquid used to treat various lines and wrinkles mostly on
What is Botox® used for - cosmetically?
Frown lines
Lines around the eyes (crow’s feet)
Horizontal forehead lines
Nasal scrunch or squint lines
Lines on the neck
Although Botox® is mainly known for its cosmetic purposes, it has been used for many years to improve medical conditions that patients suffer from.
the face and neck. By relaxing the underlying muscles, these lines become less deep.
What is Botox® used for - medically?
Hyperhidrosis – excessive sweat syndrome
Treating of migraines
Reduces size of enlarged prostate gland
Treating of arthritis
Most patients find that the effects of the Botox® injections last approximately three to six months. Most patients have Botox® injectionsthree to four times during the first year and then two to three times a year after that. After the muscles have been relaxed for a while, it takes less to maintain that relaxation. But every patient is an individual, and there is no knowing exactly how a patient will respond.
What are the side effects of Botox®?
The frozen forehead
One or both eyebrows pop up too much
Eyelid drooping
Allergic reactions
If you want to know more answers to the questions “what is Botox®?”, you can contact us for a more elaborate answer and other useful information regarding the treatment of Botox®, and how it can change your appearance so that you look well rested and younger.