BOTOX®
A DISTINCTIVELY DIFFERENT PRACTICE
EXPERIENCE EXTRAORDINARY
What is Botox®?
The injection of Botox®, a purified toxin produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum, can be injected into a muscle to weaken or paralyze the muscle. This allows the muscle to relax and improves the lines or wrinkles that have formed from contraction of the muscle. At a molecular level, Botox® works by inhibiting presynaptic release of Acetylcholine from the muscle so the muscle cannot contract.
Our faces are dynamic. Smiling, frowning, squinting, etc. are possible because of the numerous muscles of facial expression that are present under the skin. The movement of these muscles over time eventually leads to wrinkles. Men and women seek Botox® treatment as it is one of the most popular ways to reduce facial wrinkles outside of surgical procedures. Wrinkles can make people appear tired, or even angry, when they are not. Botox® can be used as a wrinkle treatment to smooth frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead furrows, and skin bands on the neck.
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