Botox®
What is Botox®
Botulinum Toxin, or Botox® is generally used to treat wrinkles on the face and for face contouring.
Botox® injections can help achieve a slimmer, V-shaped or oval-shaped face, by reducing the appearance of a square jaw. The injections work by relaxing the jaw muscles on either side of the face, causing them to shrink over time.
Botox®, Dysport®, and Xeomin® are 3 neuromodulator products that are approved by the US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and Singapore HSA (Health Sciences Authority). Each brand has a slightly different formula, but they all work in the same way to paralyze muscle movements and reduce wrinkles, as well as to contour the face.
When performed by a skilled doctor, Botox® injections can effectively and safely make you appear younger.
Botox® can also be used to treat medical conditions such as hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and teeth grinding (bruxism).
Botulinum Toxin: Medical and Aesthetic Applications
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxic protein derived from Clostridium botulinum. It is widely used in medical treatments to address certain muscle-related conditions and in aesthetic procedures to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles by relaxing targeted muscles.
How Does Botox® work?
Botox® contains botulinum toxin type A (the active ingredient), human albumin (a protein found in human blood plasma) and sodium chloride.
Although botulinum toxin can be harmful to the human body, very small doses are used in the application of Botox® Cosmetic. Hence Botox® is considered safe as they can’t get beyond the muscle tissue.
By blocking signals between nerves and muscles, Botox® induces a controlled weakening of specific muscles. As the injected muscle no longer contracts, the surrounding skin relaxes and softens.
New lines are also prevented from forming.
Botox® has also been used lately to stimulate collagen growth through injection into the skin rather than the muscles.
Why Botox?
Botox® is an effective treatment for relaxing and smoothing dynamic wrinkles that form when we express our emotions. What are Dynamic Wrinkles? They are lines that appear around the eyes, on the forehead, between the brows, from the nose to the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds), and around the lips. By reducing the appearance of a square jaw, Botox® injections can also help achieve a slimmer, V-shaped or oval-shaped face.
Botox® helps:
- Remove fine lines and wrinkles
- Create a more defined jawline
- Strengthen skin structure
- Lift sagging eyebrows, cheeks, neck, and middle and lower face
- Smoothen nasolabial folds
- Fix the symmetry of uneven eyebrows
- Rejuvenate overall appearance
How Does Botulinum Toxin Work?
Botulinum toxin is commonly used to reduce facial wrinkles and enhance face contouring. It helps achieve a slimmer, V-shaped, or oval-shaped face by relaxing the jaw muscles, which gradually shrink over time. Different formulations exist, but they all function by temporarily paralyzing muscle movements to minimize wrinkles and refine facial shape. When administered by a skilled doctor, botulinum toxin can effectively and safely create a more youthful, natural appearance.
Why Choose Botulinum Toxin?
Botulinum toxin is an effective treatment for relaxing and smoothing dynamic wrinkles that form with facial expressions. It is commonly used to refine facial contours, reduce the appearance of a square jaw, and achieve a more youthful look. This treatment can also help lift sagging features, smooth facial folds, and improve overall facial symmetry when performed by a skilled professional.
FAQs
Each Botox® treatment session typically take around 20 -60 mins, depending on treatment area.
The average time to see results for the 3 brands (Botox®, Dysport®, and Xeomin®) is 3-7 days. Some people would notice an improvement in as little as 24 hours.
A considerable reduction in sweating is noted within 2 weeks of treatment for axillary hyperhydrosis, and the effects last 6-7 months.
Botox® can last from 3 to 6 months, depending on the injection site, dosage, current face muscle activity, and skin health. It’s critical to return for treatment on a frequent basis if you want to stay young and wrinkle-free. Regular treatment can help to slow the progression of wrinkles and prevent the formation of static or permanent wrinkles.
Botox® is a tiny injection and most people barely feel any pain. Numbing cream or cold pack can be placed on the injection site to minimise discomfort.
Downtime for Botox® is very minimal. You can resume your daily activities immediately after the procedure.
Immediately after the procedure, there might be some slight bruising, pain and swelling around the treated areas, but these are merely temporary and will heal quickly.
Botox® was approved by US FDA in 2002. It has been widely tested and used safely for decades around the world. Side effects are rare, but some people may experience temporary headaches, bruising or redness at injection site.
FAQs
Each treatment session typically lasts between 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the treatment area and the specific procedure being performed.
Results typically appear within 3 to 7 days, though some individuals may notice improvements in as little as 24 hours. For treatments targeting excessive sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis), a significant reduction is usually observed within 2 weeks, with effects lasting 6 to 7 months.
The effects typically last 3 to 6 months, depending on factors like the treatment area, dosage, muscle activity, and skin condition. Regular treatments can help maintain a youthful appearance by slowing wrinkle progression and preventing the formation of static lines.
The injections are typically well-tolerated, with most people experiencing minimal discomfort. A numbing cream or cold pack can be applied to the injection site to reduce any discomfort during the procedure.
Downtime is minimal, and most people can resume daily activities immediately. Some temporary side effects, such as slight bruising, swelling, or discomfort around the treated areas, may occur but usually subside quickly.
Botulinum toxin treatments have been widely studied and used safely for decades. Side effects are rare but may include temporary headaches, bruising, or redness at the injection site. These effects are usually mild and subside quickly.
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