Botox (in Europe; Vistabel) is used in cosmetic treatment to improve the lines and wrinkles on the face. Botox which is injected in to muscles relaxes the area improving wrinkles and lines thus removing signs of aging without surgical face lift.
Botox/Vistabel is botulinum A toxin produced by Allergan. This has been used worldwide for cosmetic treatment but can also be used in certain medical conditions where the muscles are affected e.g. blephrospam. Toticollis, dystonia, cerebral palsy causing contractures etc are also treated with Botox with a beneficial outcome. The dose of Botox used for cosmetic treatment is a low one. When injected by trained medical practitioners in to the specific muscles, it blocks the neuromuscular transmission. This relaxes the muscle and smoothes wrinkles and is very safe with side effects a rarity. It will take a week before you see the effect. No local anaesthetic is used unless injected in to palms and soles to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

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