The use of Botulinum Toxin (also known as Bo-tox), to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles has grown in popularity.
It has been in use since 1970’s to treat conditions where muscle spasm is a feature, in condition such as or example Torticollis, Cerebral palsey, Blepharospam. The use of Bo-tox has been extended to
Temporarily relax muscles responsible for the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and excessive sweating.
How do the Anti Wrinkle injections work?
A small amount of a very dilute solution is injected just beneath the skin. This interrupts the signals required for muscle contraction.
Contraction of small muscles around face and neck create wrinkles. Once these small muscles relax the wrinkles are reduced to give an
overall smoother, more rejuvenated appearance.
It is used to treat;
v Worry lines on the forehead
v Smokers lines around the lips
v Crow’s feet around the eyes
v Bunny lines either side of the nose
v Frown lines between the eyebrows
The effects are visible at two to seven days and last up to four months. After this time the muscles contract again however the wrinkles are often less pronounced than before.
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