Reduction of mimic wrinkles with botulinum toxin
Smooth and young-looking skin is an increasingly common dream of many women and men.
Botulinum toxin is a proven and one of the most effective methods of getting rid of wrinkles and anti-wrinkle prevention. Wrinkles age us and make our face look tired. Their leveled with botulinum toxin type A is one of the most effective non-surgical methods of treatment.
Toxin injections cause relaxation of the muscles responsible for their formation. This is to prevent the deepening of wrinkles and their reduction. Properly performed therapy with botulinum toxin gives satisfactory and, above all, natural effects. The face looks refreshed, younger and more relaxed.
Is botulinum toxin safe?
Yes of course! However, there are a few things you need to pay attention to. It is important that the procedure is performed by a doctor. This requires a solid knowledge of anatomy and knowledge of how muscles work. During the visit, based on the patient’s examination, the application sites and the amount of the preparation needed to achieve the desired effect are determined.
Botulinum toxin
– therapy scheme
The time we need to perform the procedure is usually about 20 minutes. The treatment is practically painless. No recovery period is necessary.
Recommendations:
- massage at injection sites should be avoided for several days;
- you should avoid heating for 2-3 days after the procedure – warm baths, solarium, sun or intense physical exercise
Now that we know what the therapy regimen looks like, let’s move on to the description of what botulinum toxin is.
Procedure description
toxin botulinum
It is a potent natural neurotoxin that works by blocking nerve-muscle connections, i.e. blocking neuromuscular synapses. There is no contraction of the paralyzed muscle.
Through such action, the toxin has found medical use in the treatment of various diseases. To eliminate mimic wrinkles, very low concentrations of the toxin are used, which do not affect other elements of the nervous system outside the area subjected to the procedure.
The effect - when it occurs
and how long does it last?
The effect of the action appears gradually.
Most often after 2-3, and sometimes even after about 7 days.
We speak of the full effect of the toxin 14 days after the treatment. The results usually last for more than 6 months. The skin is visibly rested, smooth and wrinkles are flattened. It is only with time that they return to their pre-treatment appearance, in which case the treatment must be repeated.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ
1. Is botulinum toxin botox?
Botulinum toxin (commonly referred to as botox) is a medicinal product commonly used to eliminate wrinkles, treat excessive sweating, combat bruxism or relieve patients from chronic migraines.
2. What nerves does botulinum toxin affect?
Botulinum toxin is a potent toxinwhich inhibits the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for transmitting impulses between nerves and muscles. Botulinum toxin In other words, it blocks the connections between nerves and muscles.
3. Is botulinum toxin safe?
The use of Botox is safe and does not cause damage to the face, as long as the procedure is performed by an experienced practitioner who has access to certified preparations. Then the dose botulinum toxin is precisely tailored to the individual patient's needs and will not disable facial expressions or cause intoxication.
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paediatric orthodontics, orthodontics for children, comprehensive dental consultations, aesthetic medicine, treatment of difficult bone defects, treatment of cleft defects in the facial part of the skull
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