Micro botox can be used for prophylactic purposes to prevent the formation of lines and wrinkles before they become static thus giving better results than waiting until the wrinkles become static. By observing the movements of the muscles of the patient’s face we can detect the wrinkles that will form in the future but are …
Botulinumtoxin treatment is considered an established method against wrinkle formation. A youthful appearance helps our self esteem and mood in our competitive daily life. Botox blocks the neurotransmitters that contract muscles associated with various facial expressions (specifically, the release of acetylcholine from nerve cells to muscles). In doing so, it “freezes” the area to prevent …
More men are getting Botox today than ever before, as many feel that maintaining a youthful appearance helps them gain a competitive edge in the workplace. The principles of Botox are the same for men and women, but due to thicker and stronger muscles, men often require more units than women. However, even with …
Botulinumtoxin for the treatment of facial wrinkles is one of the most popular treatments in a dermatologists office. The treatment duration is usually from 4 to 6 months and depends on several factors like the dynamic of the muscles and our metabolism, factors that we barely can change. There are though some factors …
Every day thousands of cells in our skin are renewed and produce essential substances like hyaluronic acid, collagen and growth factors that are responsible for the normal function of the skin. Extrinsic factors (smoking, pollution, sun exposure, diet and stress) and intrinsic factors (our genes) affect the production of these substances and the renewal of …
Botulinumtoxin is one of the most popular treatment against wrinkles especially in the upper third of the face. These static wrinkles are caused from the continuous movement of the upper face muscles. Botulinumtoxin relaxes the muscles thus fainting the wrinkles. It is a safe treatment that is used over 30 years from dermatologists for this …
Botulinumtoxin is one of the most popular treatment against wrinkles especially in the upper third of the face. These static wrinkles are caused from the continuous movement of the upper face muscles. Botulinumtoxin relaxes the muscles thus fainting the wrinkles. It is a safe treatment that is used over 30 years from dermatologists for this …
Botulinum toxin (Botox) and hyaluronic acid fillers are 2 different substances that are used in dermatology for aesthetic purposes. Depending on the needs of the face they can be used together or separately. Every day thousands of cells in our skin are renewed and produce essential substances like hyaluronic acid, collagen and growth factors that …
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A lot of people think that botulinum toxin is something new, but in reality is a drug that is used in medicine since the 1960. Like many other drugs botulinum toxin was used initially for the treatment of strabism. During the experimental treatments the ophthalmologist Dr. Scot realised that except from the positive results in …
