Question 1

does botox hurt?

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GenerallyComfortable: Botox injections are performed on different locations with various techniques aimed at obtaining the best and longest-lasting results with the greatest degree of comfort.  Topical (ointment-type) anesthetics are used for those with extra sensitivity.  Many patients report that the procedure is so comfortable that no anesthetic is even desired.  Seek an experienced doctor for best results.

Question 2

at what point should i do botox?

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Botox: Cosmetic treatments are best done when the patient is sufficently bothered by a feature, and a safe and effective treatment exists.  Botox is a great way to treat many facial lines caused by muscle movement.  You facial plastic or plastic surgeon or dermatologist can help you choose the best treatment for these lines and wrinkles.

Question 3

will botox help for my undereyes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends what the problem is. If the problem is with wrinkling of the skin under the eyes, Botox can help. If the problem is with hollowness under the eyes, a filler is a more appropriate treatment. Other options are chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing or plastic surgery.

Question 4

are there any side affects to botox

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Yes: Here is a link to the FDA required notification in the Allergen web site: http://www.allergan.com/miscellaneous-pages/allergan-pdf-files/botox_med_guide

Question 5

can you tell me about botox injections?

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Botox: is a neurotoxin which has been used for more than 20 years in the management of various disorders characterized by muscle hyperactivity such as painful craniocervical dystonia and other diseases involving spasticity and abnormal, involuntary muscle contractions. The Botox injections also used for chronic daily headache and for cosmetic purposes.

Question 6

what are the medicinal effects of botox?

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Many: Botox was developed to treat a condition called blepharospasm, or uncontrolled twitching of the eyelids.  Now it's used to treat migraines, muscle spasms, sweating and even anal fissures.

Question 7

how long does it take for botox to work?

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Botox treatment.: Usually 3-5 days. Some of my patients state that they start to feel the effect even sooner. Talk to your plastic surgeons as s/he will need to ensure that you are a good candidate or not for this procedure.

Question 8

what are the medical benefits of botox, ?

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Many: May control migraine or tension headaches, neck sprains/strains, limb spasticity, areas of muscular tension, dystonias, bladder spasms, spasmodic dysphonia.

Question 9

is there a topical alternative to botox?

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Many options here...: ...Depending on the specialist you consult (e.g. plastic surgeon, ENT, Ophthalmologist, Dermatologist).

Question 10

when is  botox sed for therapeutic reasons?

Accepted Answer

Eye spasms to start: Botox is used for many problems related to muscle contraction, such as eyelid spasms, for which it was originally developed, as well as neck muscle contractures and in other locations.  It is also used to stop certain disorders caused by over-active nervous stimulation, like sweating and tearing.  It has recently been used for headaches, usually injected in the forehead or neck.

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