What is Botox ® (Botulinum toxin) ?

Botox (Botulinum toxin) blocks nerve impulse transmission between neurons and muscles which in turn decreases muscular contraction.

Wrinkles appear as a result of constant muscle contraction. Botox (Botulinum toxin) injections relax the muscles of the treated area. Wrinkles become less apparent and a natural aspect is preserved.

Which areas can be treated ?

Injections are mainly focused on the upper part of the face. Horizontal wrinkle lines on the forehead, lines between the eyebrows and crows feet located at the external angle of the eye.

When are Botox (Botulinum toxin) injections not recommended ?

– Pregnancy or breastfeeding
– Inflammatory reaction located at the injection site
– Medical or family history of progressive muscular diseases (muscular cramp of the eyelid, myopathy)
– Recent eye surgery
– Current antibiotic treatment (aminoglycosides)

Botox (Botulinum toxin) treatment

The toxin is injected by micropunctures under the skin into the muscles responsible for the wrinkles. Local anaesthetic treatment is not necessary. The treatment takes a few minutes.

Results

Results are not instant. Following the injection, results start to appear on the third day and are maximal at day 15. If muscles are incompletely immobilized, a touching up on day 15 may be recommended. Effects will last for up to 6 months. Repeat injections are therefore necessary.

Side effects

Side effects are rare and disappear quickly. Toxin allergy or infection at the injection site is exceptional. A slight feeling of bruising at the injection site may appear. All massage must be avoided to limit toxin spread which will favour unwanted side effects.

– http://www.afme.org/rides-visage/toxine-botulique.htm
– http://www.botoxcosmetic.com/
– http://www.medecine-anti-age.com/
– http://www.therapeutique-dermatologique.org/

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