Get to know Botox, a facial treatment to reduce wrinkles – Aging is a natural aging process experienced by everyone, wrinkles are one of the aging processes of the skin. If we carry out proper care early on on our skin, our face can be free from wrinkles and look youthful. Apart from the factor of increasing age which reduces collagen production in the skin, wrinkles on facial skin can also be caused by frequent and repetitive facial expression movements such as frowning, squinting and raising the eyebrows.
Botox or botulinum toxin is a protein produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum and has been widely used to remove wrinkles on the skin. Botox works through a neurotoxin agent which inhibits signals from the brain which play a role in muscle contraction, thereby relaxing the muscles in the desired skin area, for example the face and skin area.
When the skin muscles relax, the surface of the skin will appear smoother and firmer. Botok is recommended for patients who complain of wrinkles in the eyes, forehead, chin creases, and sagging or drooping necks. Botox is given by injection, after the injection approximately 7-14 days the results will look optimal, the skin looks firmer and the effect lasts for 3-6 months. Apart from removing wrinkles and crow’s feet, Botox also has several benefits such as:
- Overcoming hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating in the armpits, palms or feet
- Treating chronic migraines
- Strabismus or crossed eyes
- Overcoming blepharospasm or eye twitching
- Overcoming muscle spasms in the face area, neck muscles or shoulder muscles
Botox should be performed on patients over 18 years of age. Botox is a treatment that is safe for anyone, except pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, those who do not have neurological disorders/diseases. Even though there are minimal side effects, Botox injections have several side effects such as:
- Muscle weakness in the injection area
- Risk of allergy to ingredients contained in Botox
- Headache, nausea, or vomiting
- Pain or redness appears at the injection site
Before Botox injections , it is forbidden to consume alcohol or take aspirin
and anti-inflammatory, so that Botox can work optimally. After the injection, the patient is asked to remain upright and not move too much. For long-term treatment, it is recommended to inject Botox periodically so that wrinkles disappear and remain hidden. How are you interested?