Botox
Injections For Wrinkles
Botox
is the trade name for botulinum toxin. In its pure form, botulinum toxin is a
type of food poisoning that causes muscle weakness. It acts as a nerve impulse
blocker, preventing muscles from contracting. In an extremely dilute form,
botulinum toxin has many medical applications.
Botox
can also be used in the office to treat wrinkles around the eyes (crows feet)
and the forehead to make them less prominent. The effects of Botox usually last
3-6 months and repeat injections can be given.