botulinum toxin

Botulinum toxin (or botox) is a neurotoxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. The way that Botulinum toxin (botox) works, is that it essentially interferes with nerve transmissions and prevents signals from reaching the muscles, which in turn leads to temporary kind of paralysis of those muscles. With botox, the less you “flex” or use those muscles, the more it lessens the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles.

commonly used

In recent years, Botulinum toxin (botox) has gained popularity for its use in cosmetic treatments, aesthetic arts, and wrinkle reduction. By injecting small amounts of botox into the affected area, it relaxes the underlying muscles and reduces wrinkles for a smoother complexion. Another common use of botox is reducing excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis; when injected into sweat glands it stops them from producing sweat temporarily.

therapeutic

Research is also ongoing for the potential therapeutic uses of botulinum toxin (botox) including treating various movement disorders like dystonia or spasticity resulting from stroke or traumatic brain injuries. There have also been studies looking into migraine prevention where lesser doses of botox, or Botulinum toxin, have been used to reduce headache frequency and severity over time.