Botulism is something to avoid but Botox, the brand name of the popular cosmetic treatment is a neuro-toxin derived from the same bacterium, Clostridium Botulinum. Botox is not a permanent cosmetic therapy to deal with age lines and wrinkles but a therapy which requires repeat treatment. It is the forehead lines usually caused by frowning that Botox is most commonly used for. Considering how straightforward the procedure is the results are impressive leading to a much more youthful look for the recipient as the wrinkles associated with age are reduced. The whole procedure can be completed in around a quarter of an hour. The youthful appearance with aging lines around the eyes, mouth and forehead reduced takes only a couple of days after treatment.

By paralysing the muscles that cause wrinkles, Botox injections stop almost all movement in them leading to the appearance of a wrinkle free complexion. Unfortunately the Botox neuro-toxin muscle paralysis is only temporary and regular treatments are necessary and for many, multiple injections will be required for optimum effect. Botox is a natural protein and after its use, swelling, bruising and numbness are common, but no recovery time is normally required.

There are very few side effects to this procedure and is one of the safest available for reduction of wrinkles. Using ice just before and immediately after the treatment helps to reduce any discomfort which only lasts a couple of seconds. People who suffer with acne or have facial scarring will also find this treatment helpful as will those who want to soften old skin.

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Because Botox helps to relax the muscles, wrinkles fade slowly as do deep laughter and frown lines. Most ‘A’ list celebrities have had a Botox treatment at some stage and many are frequent users but it should be remembered that cosmetic surgery isn’t always about how good you look to others. Men today are equally as vain as women but prefer those treatments that are less invasive and Botox is one of those along with chemical peels, collagen injections and microdermabrasion.

The uses of Botox aren’t just limited to cosmetic treatments either as it has other useful medical properties. There have been other studies on the properties of Botox and it has been found to help reduce the effects of migraine and sweating in addition to muscle spasms of the neck and eyes. Despite its help with some medical problems, there are times when it cannot be used and they are when a woman is expecting a baby or is breast feeding. As treatments become more and more frequent the injected muscles may begin to atrophy, leading to a longer period of time needed between treatments. Botox has become so popular now that in the United States this year over one million treatments will be prescribed.

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