More than 2 centuries since we knew this thing we call it usually Botox…though it has different names, can you imagine your grandma getting her face botox done !!!!!!
- Botox is a brand name for a type of botulinum toxin.
- Botox is a neurotoxin, which means it works by blocking nerve impulses.
- Botox is most commonly used for cosmetic purposes, particularly to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
- Botox is injected into the muscle to temporarily paralyze it, which smooths out wrinkles.
- Botox is also used for a variety of medical conditions such as migraines, excessive sweating, and muscle spasms.
- Botox is derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which is found in soil and in the intestines of fish and mammals.
- Botox was first used for cosmetic purposes in the late 1980s.
- Botox is considered a relatively safe procedure when performed by a qualified professional.
- Botox treatments typically last for about 3-6 months.
- The effects of Botox can be seen within a few days of the injection.
- Botox is most commonly used on the face, specifically on the forehead, around the eyes, and on the mouth.
- The FDA approved Botox for cosmetic use in 2002.
- Botox is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the world.
- Botox can also be used to treat chronic migraines, overactive bladder, and muscle spasms in the neck and eyes.
- Botox is also used to prevent chronic headaches in people who have migraines more than 15 days a month.
- Botox is not a permanent treatment and repeat treatments are necessary to maintain the desired results.
- Botox is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and people with certain neurological conditions.
- Botox is a type of neurotoxin, which means it can be toxic in large doses.
- Botox is not a treatment for sagging skin caused by ageing.
- Botox can also be used to treat Bruxism (teeth grinding) and TMJ (Temporomandibular joint disorder)
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