BOTOX Gel
BOTOX Gel is a new beauty product that decreases and removes wrinkles with no needles associated. This contains the same toxin used in normal Botox injections.
Read BOTOX Gel articleBotox vs. Dysport – Does it make a wrinkle of difference?
For years, Botox has dominated the cosmetic surgery market because it was the only wrinkle releasing treatment available. That head start allowed Botox to become a household name and earn Allergan, Inc. billions in revenue. The monopoly appeared to be ending when the FDA approved Dysport, a similar botulinum toxin treatment; but sales of Botox aren’t budging.
Read Botox vs. Dysport – Does it make a wrinkle of difference? articleDIY cosmetics – Can you really do these procedures yourself?
When is the one time when you can practice medicine without a license? You can practice medicine on yourself. You can already wax your own eyebrows; why not use a laser to remove hair? You put on mascara, why not do it permanently with a tattoo gun? Do it yourself Botox kits are available. DIY kits in lieu of cosmetic surgery are becoming increasingly popular, but we examine whether it is right for you.
Read DIY cosmetics – Can you really do these procedures yourself? articleHow Long Does Botox Last?
Botox injections are a great way to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the face. More than 2 million Botox cosmetic injections are given yearly but the effects don’t last forever. If you are considering Botox treatment to reduce frown lines or other wrinkles on your face, you may be wondering, “How long [...]
Read How Long Does Botox Last? articleBotox Side Effects
As with any cosmetic procedure or drug administration, there are associated side effects and risks with Botox injections. Most of these can be minimized by using a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist to perform your injections. A lot of doctors can perform the injections, but not many have the experience and training to give [...]
Read Botox Side Effects articleBotox Risks
A patient can minimize his or her risks associated with Botox injections by consulting with a board certified surgeon with extensive experience in Botox injections. Botox is an amazing anti-wrinkle treatment when used by professionals, but it can be a dangerous substance in the hands of inexperienced physicians. Botox requires black box labeling by the [...]
Read Botox Risks articleBotox Injections for Wrinkles
If you have spent any time online, you may be confused as to the best wrinkle treatment out there. Everyone is claiming they have the next best thing. Is it a cream? Is it microdermabrasion? Is it topical collagen? Is it snail extract? No matter what the internet marketers say, Botox is still the gold [...]
Read Botox Injections for Wrinkles articleCost of Botox
In 2005, Botox was number one in cosmetic procedures with 3.8 million treatments reported. Botox is used widely as an injection treatment for fine lines and wrinkles, deep forehead furrows and for marked armpit perspiration. Botox works well on wrinkles, typically reducing them by about 80%. In addition, science is busy determining its uses for [...]
Read Cost of Botox articleBreast Surgery
Maybe you have thought for years what it would be like to be a C instead of an A. Maybe you have had back problems and need to explore surgical breast reduction. Maybe you have had breast cancer and need reconstructive surgery for one or both breasts, or maybe you just want to put them [...]
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Botulinum neurotoxin is made from the gram-positive anaerobic bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Eight distinct botulinum neurotoxins exist: A, B, C1, C2, D, E, F, and G. Only seven are associated with paralysis. Types A, B, E, F, and G are connected with human botulism. Botulism is a toxin that acts by stopping signal transmission within the [...]
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