With hundreds of thousands of men and women opting for Botox
treatment every year to treat skin wrinkles, it has become among the best known
of cosmetic procedures. There are innumerable articles, both online and in magazines,
about the pros and cons of the treatment; so getting hold of information on
skin treatment with Botox is easy. A word of caution – do not believe
everything you read. Consult a cosmetic surgeon to learn if you need the
treatment and if it is right for you.
There are, however, some facts about Botox that are
generally not known that is Its other functions, besides that of removing
wrinkles. Did you know that Botox:
- Helps to treat excessive sweating? If you suffer from excessive perspiration and the embarrassment it causes, you will probably have tried using antiperspirants. Their effectiveness varies from individual to individual. If you have found they are not helpful, or you are looking for a long lasting solution, Botox may be the answer. When it is injected into the sweat glands under the skin, it blocks the signals from the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands, thereby reducing the out pour of perspiration. The Botoxeffect can last for 7 to 8 months.
- Helps with chronic pain? Excessive tightening of the muscles is a common cause of chronic pain. A study done in 2012 by the American Society of Anesthesiologists found that when Botox is injected into specific muscles, it blocks the signals from the nerves that cause the muscles to tighten in places like the neck, consequently eliminating pain in the region.
- Can relieve the symptoms of migraines?Although the reasons for Botox to reduce the pain of migraine headaches is still being debated, the fact that it doesis real. As a matter of fact, FDA in the year 2013 has approved it as treatment for migraines. One theory about why it works is it prevents pain signals from reaching the nerve endings, consequently blocking it from reaching the brain.
- Is thought to help with depression? Many tests have shown that Botox injections are effective in fighting depression. While the reasons for this, are also still being debated, an article published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research in 2014 found that it “interrupts feedback from the facial musculature to the brain, which may be involved in the development and maintenance of negative emotions.” In other words, a person’s emotions are closely connected to their facial muscles and the expressions they create. When the muscles are relaxed, the connection is disrupted and effects of negative feelings and emotions are reduced.
Science will continue to find new applications for Botox.
The fact that it treats various conditions does not mean that it is right for
everyone or that its effectiveness can be guaranteed. Consult a qualified cosmetic surgeon to talk
about Botox treatments for skin wrinkles and other conditions. The
cosmetologist is the one who will examine and advise you if Botox, or some
other treatment, would be best for you.
