Botox

Botox injections are shots that use a toxin to prevent a muscle from moving for a limited time. These shots are often used to smooth wrinkles on the face. They’re also used to treat neck spasms, sweating, overactive bladder, lazy eye and other conditions. Botox shots also may help prevent migraine.

The medicine in Botox injections is made from the same toxin that causes a type of food poisoning called botulism. But the forms of purified botulinum toxin used by licensed health care providers meet medical control standards. These standards were approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. As a rule, the bacteria toxins used for medical purposes are not harmful if used correctly.

Botox shots block certain chemical signals from nerves that cause muscles to contract. The most common use of these injections is to relax the facial muscles that cause frown lines and other facial wrinkles. Botox injections are usually safe when you’re under the care of a licensed and skilled health care provider. How you prepare?

Which type of botulinum injection is right for you depends on your needs and condition. Talk with your health care provider about the treatment best suited to you. Tell your health care provider if you’ve had any type of Botox injection within the past four months. Also tell your health care provider if you take blood thinners. You may need to stop taking them several days before your injection to reduce the risk of bleeding or bruising. Talk with the health care provider who prescribes these medicines as soon as you can. Botox injections usually begin working 1 to 3 days after treatment, though it can take a week or more to see full results.

Contact the Transformation specialists for a detailed consultation. We are happy to answer all your questions and choose the best modern procedures.