BOTOX
BOTOX
Ever since 2002, when Botox was approved by the FDA for use in aesthetic treatments, this product has gained tremendous popularity around the world.
BOTOX MECHANISM OF ACTION
Botox is synthesized from the botulinum toxin type A. When injected in small doses into certain areas of the face, it produces a temporary paralysis of the muscles located in the injected area.
This effect has resulted in its wide use in aesthetic medicine, with the purpose of reducing and smoothing facial expression lines in areas such as the forehead, frown lines, crow’s feet and some neck wrinkles.
This effect has resulted in its wide use in aesthetic medicine, with the purpose of reducing and smoothing facial expression lines in areas such as the forehead, frown lines, crow’s feet and some neck wrinkles.
OTHER USES FOR BOTOX
It has proven to be useful in the treatment of certain conditions such as migraine, excessive sweating and eyelid blepharospasm.
DETAILS OF THE APPLICATION OF BOTOX
Dr. Perez uses very thin needles when administering Botox, prior to which he anesthetizes the skin by applying cold to the area. This application is performed in order to achieve a reduction of expression lines, but allowing a completely normal appearance and expressiveness of the face.
HOW LONG DOES BOTOX LAST?
Botox does not work immediately; it takes between 3 and 4 days to achieve its full effect. Botox usually has an effect for 6 months, but it depends on several variables such as the type of Botox used, the degradation speed of the Botox by the patient and the technique used for its application.
WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
The main side effect that may occur is that the Botox be applied in an incorrect muscle, which may cause the upper eyelid to droop due to weakness.
For this reason, its application should only be performed by an experienced physician with a deep knowledge of the facial anatomy.