Botox is a purified form of the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, a naturally-occurring toxin that can cause a type of food poisoning called botulism. Contrary to misconception, it is nearly impossible to contract botulism from Botox injections. First, the concentration of the toxin in an injection is diluted. Second, the amount of solution injected into the muscle is minuscule, just…
Wrinkles are the road map life writes across the face, a living record of a person’s joys and sorrows. But while fine lines and other signs of aging are natural, our faces don’t have to be a reminder of the distance we have traveled. Today there are safe face lift solutions to the toll life takes on our appearance –…
For a long time, BOTOX was the non-surgical treatment of choice for deep frown lines and wrinkles. Then along came Dysport. FDA-approved and tested in multiple clinical studies, Dysport uses the same botulinim toxin (type A) as BOTOX to relax the facial muscles. With just one simple injection, patients are on their way to improved skin. But which treatment is…
Nicole Kidman tried them. Simon Cowell uses them. Helena Bonham Carter won’t have anything to do with them. When it comes to BOTOX treatments, there’s a lot of fierce debate. The question remains, are BOTOX treatments worth it? Best Candidates for BOTOX Treatments BOTOX treatments aren’t for everyone. Some clients may wish to consider a chemical peel or laser resurfacing to…
Until recently, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) was thought to be untreatable. Men and women with sweaty armpits had no choice but antiperspirants and frequent showers. Fortunately, BOTOX® injections are highly effective in treating abnormal perspiration. Approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 2004, BOTOX® is proving to be a safe and smart solution for sweat. Clinical Results In…