Botox is used to treat muscular discomfort; cosmetically, it is used to remove wrinkles by temporarily freezing the muscles. Botox cosmetic is injected to relax wrinkle muscles. Botox is widely used to treat wrinkles around the eyes and the forehead. Botox is made from a neurotoxin called Botulinum toxin, which is produced by Clostridium Botulinum.

Botulinum toxin is considered to be the most poisonous substance known to mankind; for instance, a single gram can kill millions of people. But, when used in minimal quantity, it is effective for treating wrinkles. High dosage of botulinum toxin can result in severe respiratory problems or even death in some cases.

Procedure for Botox treatment
A diluted solution of saline water and powdered form of botulinum toxin is mixed together and is directly injected into the affected muscular tissue. Normally, botulinum toxin takes 24-72 hours to react. In some cases, it might take up to 5 days for the actual effects of botulinum toxin to be realized.

Function
In simple terms, when botulinum toxin is injected into the body, it acts as a barrier between nerve cells and muscles, paralyzing them. Botox cosmetic temporarily blocks nerve signals and muscle contractions, thereby curtailing wrinkles visible around the eyes, and between the eyebrows

This procedure does not include any incisions or general anesthesia. Topical anesthesia or ice is used to numb the pain or discomfort at the targeted area. During the procedure, your provider will use a thin needle to administer 3-5 injections of botulinum toxin type A. Rubbing and massaging on the treated area can lead to spreading of botox cosmetic to other areas of the body.

You can notice the results post-treatment within 1-2 days. The botox cosmetic can last up to 4 months. Additional botox injections can be administered to maintain the results

Uses
Botulinum toxin is basically used to treat facial wrinkles and fine lines. In addition to this, Botox is also used in treating various medical conditions like squint eyes, leaky bladder, excessive sweating, and migraines. However, botulinum toxin is found to be more helpful in healing following conditions:

• Severe muscle and shoulder contractions
• Overactive Bladder
• Glabellar lines
• Canthal lines
• Chronic migraine
• Urinary inconsistencies
• Strabismus

Side effects
The injections are normally safe with do not have many side effects, but some might respond differently. The possible side effects are

• Mild pain, fluid build up or reddening of the skin at the injection site
• Headache, migraine, and mild nausea
• Blurred vision
• Bleeding
• Wheezing
• Swelling
• Numbness
• Rashes

Botulinum toxin is usually not recommended for pregnant or lactating women, or people allergic to the drug or any of its ingredients.

Botox cosmetic treatment is considered to be safe and less complicated. This procedure of cosmetic treatment is FDA approved and is popularly used for treating wrinkles and fine lines. Before undergoing this procedure, make sure you consult a licensed Botox administering expert.