
Botox Injection Las Vegas
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults younger than 65 years of age for a short period of time (temporary).
Where does it come from?
Botox® comes from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Most of us recognize this toxin as botulism, which is a form of food poisoning. One of the most dangerous complications of botulism is paralysis.
But scientists have discovered a way to use this to our advantage. By injecting diluted and minute amounts directly into certain muscles, they can cause controlled weakening of the muscle. The result is reducing the signs of aging and wrinkles.
What is it used for?
This use of botulinum was FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved in the late 80's. Scientists realized that with this controlled injection they could:
* Reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows
* Reduce wrinkles around the eyes (crow's feet)
* Restore facial contour
* Reduce bands of wrinkles on the neck
They can also treat such ailments as:
* Blepharospasm (uncontrollable blinking)
* Strabismus (lazy eyes)
* Chronic back and other muscle spasms
* Headaches
* Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
| How does it work? Botox® blocks nerve signals from reaching the muscles. The muscle injected can no longer contract. This causes wrinkles to soften and relax. Most procedures are performed right in the doctor's office. Each procedure takes only a few minutes and no anesthesia is required. Some results are visible immediately. But, the full effect is seen after 3-7 days. Most Botox® treatments last for four to six months. Your plastic surgeon may recommend that you refrain from any alcohol consumption for one week prior to your treatment. You should also avoid anti-inflammatory medications and aspirin for two weeks prior to your treatment. These substances tend to contribute to more bruising after a Botox® treatment. |
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BOTOX® is injected into the skin to treat the symptoms of severe underarm sweating (severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis) when medicines used on the skin (topical) do not work well enough. When severe underarm sweating gets in the way of your daily activities and antiperspirants haven’t worked, you may be a candidate for BOTOX® treatment.
Once you understand how this condition may affect you, schedule a visit to a dermatologist to discuss products and treatment options that are right for you.




