Botox Treatment

Botox is a drug which is prepared from botulin and used medically to treat certain muscular conditions and cosmetically to remove wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing facial muscles.

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This treatment basically provides a quick and effective remedy for the facial wrinkles and lines which are produced by age, stress, and environmental factors.

Normally, the skin treatment is through the Botox injection which helps in smoothing of frown lines on the forehead, at the base of the nose, and between the eyes.

What is Botox Used For?

It is an injectable wrinkle muscle relaxer. It plies botulinum toxin type A, specifically on a botulinum toxin A, to temporarily paralyze muscle. This reduces the appearance of facial wrinkles.

The treatment is minimally invasive. This is considered a safe, effective treatment for fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. It is also used on the forehead between the eyes. This treatment was approved by the FDA ( Food and Drug Administration ) for the treatment of wrinkles around the corners of the eyes.

What are the Benefits of Botox Treatment?

According to a clinical study, it is a simple, safe, and effective treatment for the reduction of forehead wrinkles. It is very effective on wrinkles that haven’t quite set (dynamic wrinkles) which appear while you’re moving your face, like- when you glare.

Note: If you’re breastfeeding, pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, the FDA suggests talking to your doctor before starting this treatment.

How did Botox Cosmetic Work?

This treatment functions by temporarily blocking nerve signals and muscle contractions. It improves the advent of wrinkles around the eyes and between the eyebrows. It can slow the formation of new fine lines by preventing contraction of facial muscles.

During the procedure, the doctor will use a thin needle to administer 3-5 injections of botulinum toxin type A. They will inject it into the selective area between the eyebrows. The full procedure takes approximately 10 minutes.

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What to Expect After Botox?

Always keep in mind to avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying any pressure to the treated area. These activities can cause botox cosmetic to spread to other areas of the body.

This can negatively affect your results. When being injected between the brows, do not lie down or bend over for three to four hour. This could possibly cause an eyelid droop. People should be able to resume normal activities immediately in some cases.

It’s important to understand possible improvements and has realistic expectations. Observable results can be expected within 1-2 days post-treatment. The total effect of this treatment typically lasts up to four months. It can also help to prevent the return of fine lines by relaxing the muscles.

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About Dr. Mudasir Rashid Khan: Doctor Mudasir has completed M.Sc in Clinical Dermatology, from The Cardiff University, United Kingdom, and is a well-known Dermatologist of Delhi/NCR.  If you are dealing with any skin related problem you can visit GoMedii.com to book a free online appointment.