Botox injections are also beneficial for health: procedures, safety, side effects, and benefits

Today, many people have turned to botox injections to smooth out wrinkles or get rid of them altogether, resulting in a firmer and younger looking facial appearance.

Although Botox injections have been approved for a number of medical procedures since 1989, the use of Botox for special cosmetic procedures to reduce wrinkles was only approved in 2002.

How do Botox injections work?

This procedure uses a pure distilled solution of botulinum toxin A, which is made from the botulinum bacteria that causes botulism.

There are many serious symptoms of botulism, but one symptom that causes this drug to be used for wrinkle reduction is muscle paralysis. The neurotoxin agents in Botox block signals from the brain that assign muscle contractions. In a number of clinical trials, the efficient use of Botox has shown safety in patients under 65 years of age.

If you are considering getting botox injections, you should also consider all the benefits and risks. Consult a doctor before you really decide.

Benefits of Botox injections for beauty

• Botox injections are only a temporary solution. You can do one injection first to see the results. If you feel satisfied, you can continue the session regularly, but if not, you can immediately stop the treatment with Botox. Your face will not experience significant changes and will return to normal as the effects of the drug wear off.
• Fast results. You can see the results of Botox injections in a matter of hours or days. The quality of the results will depend on the dose injected, however Botox has generally shown a satisfactory effect in every case.
• In addition to removing wrinkles due to the aging process, botox injections can also smooth fine lines due to facial movements (smile lines, frowns or eyebrows when frowning, etc.)
• Quick procedure. One botok injection session only lasts about 5-10 minutes.
• Minimal health risk. When injected into the facial muscle tissue, Botox will not spread to other parts of the body. With a note, if you are pregnant, you should avoid doing botox injections.

Benefits of Botox injections for health

Apart from cosmetic reasons, Botox is also useful for treating a number of medical conditions, such as:

• Cervical dystonia. A medical condition in which the neck muscles tighten involuntarily, causing your head to turn or turn in a painful and uncomfortable position.
• Crossed eyes (strabismus). The cause of crossed eyes is an imbalance of the eye muscles.
  
• Muscle contraction. Some neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy, can cause your leg and / or arm to pull into your chest. In some cases, these tense muscles can be relaxed with Botox injections.
• Hyperhidrosis. This condition causes the patient to sweat profusely even when the weather is not hot and the patient is not undergoing heavy physical activity.
  
• Chronic migraine. If you experience migraines more than 15 times a month, botox injections can help reduce the frequency of headaches.
  
• Bladder disorders. Botox injections can also help relieve frequent urination due to an overactive bladder.
  
• Twitch eyes. Botox injections can relieve eye twitching due to the spasm of the muscles around the eye.
  

Risks of botox injections

• The effects of Botox injections are only temporary. You will have to run regular grooming sessions if you want to have a smooth and toned facial appearance.
• Allergic reactions to preservatives and other Botox compositions, especially in people taking antibiotics. Some of the allergic reactions have been reported include a red rash, itching, welts, asthma symptoms, or feeling like fainting. What's more, you are more likely to experience bruising at the injection site if you take aspirin or ibuprofen. These medications thin the blood and increase the bleeding that causes bruising. Tell your doctor before starting Botox injections about any medications and supplements you are taking, including some herbal supplements that can thin your blood (fish oil, gingko biloba, or vitamin E).
• Botox can prevent you from moving your face for expression. Botox injections will numb facial muscles, which can reveal facial expressions such as surprise or frowning at any time.
• The cost is not cheap. Botox injections must be carried out by a special doctor who is certified in their field to avoid serious complications.
• The results are not long lasting. Dennis Gross, founder of 900 5th Dermatology and Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, said, the results of Botox will only last a maximum of four months. The results can also vary, depending on the depth of wrinkles.

Botox injection side effects

The side effects of Botox injections are generally mild and easy to manage. However, you should also understand that there are some other side effects that may arise as a result of Botox. Reporting from mayoclinic.org, side effects include:

• Pain at the injection site
• Neck pain
• Headache or flu symptoms
• Wilted eyelids or drooping eyebrows (ptosis)
• Unbalanced smile or drooling (crushed)
• Continuous dry eyes or tears
• Nausea. Botox solutions are foreign substances that may not be easily tolerated by the body and cause stomach upset.

It is very unlikely that the botox solution will spread throughout the body and cause botulism, but contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following side effects after receiving botox injections:

• Weak body muscles
• Dysphasia, the inability to speak clearly, swallow, or perform basic facial expressions. Very rarely, serious cases of this condition can occur.
• Upper respiratory tract infection, too, is a rare side effect.
• Visual disturbances
• Missing urination control

Are Botox injections suitable for me?

If you feel dissatisfied with the appearance of your face, you may consider botox injections as a powerful solution, from a convenience and comfort point of view. Most of these side effects are rare and mild. The side effects that are quite severe are still easy and fast to treat.

Always choose doctors and beauty clinics that are licensed and experienced in providing Botox injections. Also ask the doctor who treats you for a more natural and expressive look. Your doctor can adjust the dose that suits you.