What is Botox?
Botox is a drug made from a neurotoxin. It is used medically to treat certain muscular conditions and cosmetically remove wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing the muscles.
How’s Botox given & What are the effects?
Botox is administered via injection and should only be given by a trained medical professional, even for cosmetic purposes. The injection is delivered into the target muscle, weakening it to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Over time, the muscle gradually relaxes, and the lines may diminish substantially or disappear completely. Depending on the treatment area, multiple injections may be required.
The effects of Botox are temporary, with normal features beginning to return within 3 months. With repeated treatments, the duration of the results may gradually shorten.
- Muscle weakness at the injection site
- Bruising, bleeding, pain, redness, or swelling where the injection was applied
- Headache, tiredness, muscle stiffness, neck or back pain, and pain in the arms or legs
- Dry mouth and blurred vision
- Increased sweating in areas other than the underarms
- Cold/flu-like symptoms such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, and sore throat
What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are collagen-based materials made from either synthetic or natural substances. They are popular treatments for reducing wrinkles and smoothing facial lines by filling out and softening areas such as nose-to-mouth grooves or forehead lines.
How are Dermal Fillers given & What are the effects?
Dermal fillers are administered via injection. They are primarily used to fill wrinkles or creases in the skin, and can also enhance the volume and definition of the lips. The effects of the fillers can be temporary or permanent, depending on the type used.
During the procedure, the filler is injected in a series of small doses, and the treated area is gently massaged. Some treatments may require a local anaesthetic cream or injection. Treatment times typically range from 30 minutes to an hour.
- Rash formation
- Swelling, itching, and bruising
- Redness
- General pain
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