Botox is a natural, purified protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It has been specially prepared to be administered by injection in extremely small doses into the facial muscles to stop wrinkling.
Botulinum toxin acts only upon the isolated muscles into which it is directly injected, so that the function of the surrounding muscles remains preserved. It is most often used to treat the vertical lines between the eyes, tiny wrinkles developed in the outer corners and around the eyes, horizontal forehead lines, lines around the mouth, and lines of the chin and neck area. Excellent results are achieved when injecting botulinum toxin into the underarm to prevent excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
What does the treatment involve?
Cosmetic denervation of the muscles is a simple and safe procedure that takes about fifteen minutes to complete. Using a tiny needle, a small amount of the toxin is injected with great precision into the target muscles. The associated pain is neglectable, and does not require any anesthesia.
What effects can be expected?
The first effects are visible in a couple of days following the treatment. Patients resume a rejuvenated look. However, the treatment cannot improve wrinkles caused by aging and those caused by sun damage. These wrinkles are not caused by facial muscle contractions.
How effective is the treatment?
The effect of a single treatment lasts for 3-6 months, so the treatments can be repeated 2-3 times a year. The duration of effect varies from patient to patient, especially for those over 65 years of age.
