What is Botox?

Not many people could say that they have not heard of Botox but exactly how many could explain what Botox is? In simple, easy to understand, terms we shall attempt to introduce the topic so that anybody can grasp the essentials.

Simply put, Botox is Botulinum Toxin which has been processed. Without processing Botulinum is extremely dangerous as it is poisonous to humans (one of the most poisonous substances in the world).

The product Botox (registered trademark) is made from botulinum toxin A, one of the 7 neurotoxins which are produced by Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium which causes Botulism. The food poisoning, Botulism, can cause death because it blocks the nerves leading to the muscles of the body and thus stopping the brain from telling a muscle to contract (paralysis).

Botox is accepted as safe and has long been FDA-approved for use in humans where it is used to treat involuntary muscle contraction and spasms (in blepharospasm, strabismus, and cervical dystonia). Botox, although a commercial brand name, is used as a descriptive term for the well known skin care treatment for reducing the appearance of facial fine lines and wrinkles.

Botox Cosmetic was, some years ago, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved for aesthetic use but it is only available on prescription. The FDA also recommended that one injection of the smallest, effective, dose, be used once in every three months. Folk who are taking antibiotics should avoid using Botox as should women who are pregnant or breast feeding because they have an increased risk of developing adverse reactions.

The cosmetic treatment commonly known as Botox, due to the fact that the substance is injected into the facial muscles, is usually only done in a controlled medical environment. The Botox paralyzes the muscles and effectively removed even the deepest wrinkles, furrow and frown lines ((glabellar lines). Unfortunately, over the weeks, the effects of the treatment reduce and the lines and wrinkles return (making the treatment only temporary).

Botox has, for the last few years, continued to be one of the top anti-aging treatments in great demand across the country. Rather than having the treatment performed in a medical environment many people are opting to have it carried out at so called "Botox Parties". At these parties it is common for people to consume alcohol the FDA have been driven to warn that having the treatment while under the influence can increase the amount of bruising experienced.

Although Botox is the most popular substance used in this anti-aging treatment there are other products by other companies such as the Dysport brand which can be used as an alternative. Although the procedure produces amazing results the dramatic removal of the ability of making facial expressions is removed. Subsequently many people prefer to have different anti-wrinkle treatments such as microdermabrasion or chemical peels.

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