BOTOX FOR WRINCKLES AND ANIMATION LINES
Botulinum toxin type A has been used since 1980 to treat many muscle disorders, such as lazy eye, and uncontrolled blinking. It was pioneered by dermatologic surgeons for cosmetic use in 1987. The FDA has granted approval to botulinum toxin type A (BOTOX® COSMETIC) for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar vertical lines in adult men and women 65 or younger.
Treatment involves injection of very small amounts of botulinum toxin into the underlying muscles to relax them. The actual treatment is well tolerated and takes just a few minutes with no "down time" or prolonged recovery period.
Botulinum toxin takes effect about 3 to 7 days after treatment. The improvement generally lasts about 3 to 4 months before the effect gradually fades and muscle action returns. It is anticipated that the average patient will require reinjection at various intervals. With repeated treatments, atrophy (thinning) of the muscle may occur which usually produces longer-lasting results.
Botulinum toxin is injected directly into the target muscle to treat:
- vertical lines between the eyebrows and on the bridge of the nose,
- squint lines or crows feet at the corners of the eyes,
- the forehead horizontal lines
Once the muscle is weakened and relaxed, it cannot contract or his strength is reduced. Since there is no way to make the undesirable facial expression, the lines gradually smooth out from disuse, and new creases are prevented from forming. Other muscles like those needed to raise the eyebrows are not affected; so a natural expression is maintained.
Botulinum toxin therapy may be used in combination with other cosmetic skin procedures such as chemical peels, laser resurfacing and wrinkle fillers for optimal results, and to help prevent the formation of new lines and wrinkles.
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