Toxina Botulínica para Rugas de Expressão
The toxin also helps in the treatment of bruxism and excessive sweating.
otulinum toxin: A substance produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which, when used in small doses, is harmless and can be used to address aspects of facial aging. The dose of botulinum toxin used for aesthetic purposes is 25 to 50 units, while the dose that is harmful to humans is 3,000 units.
The small amount of botulinum toxin used for cosmetic purposes produces the desired effects without harming health. Expression lines appear on the face as furrows or wrinkles, caused by the action of facial expression muscles. The use of these muscles varies from person to person.
What happens over time is that the muscle, due to being contracted repeatedly, becomes hypertrophied and its tone increases (tone is the degree of contraction that persists even when the muscle is at rest).
Everything happens as if the muscle responsible for a particular facial expression had undergone a weight training program. Hypertrophy forms furrows and wrinkles that become very pronounced during the expression and remain, somewhat less pronounced, when the muscle is not contracting. These furrows and wrinkles remain precisely because of the effect of hypertrophy and muscle tone.
Over time, the skin breaks down and wrinkles become even more pronounced and marked. Sunlight, in turn, causes photoaging and reduces skin elasticity. Forehead wrinkles, the furrow between the eyebrows, and the famous crow’s feet can be treated with the application of this botulinum toxin. The technique consists of injecting the substance into the muscle whose hypertrophy and tone cause the appearance of wrinkles.
Thus, temporary paralysis is achieved (obviously, of unnecessary muscles); lighter wrinkles disappear and deeper ones are reduced. Botulinum toxin is effectively applied to all parts of the face and can be used in the treatment of palmar and axillary hyperhidrosis.
Muscle paralysis caused by botulinum toxin lasts for a maximum of three (3) days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between botulinum toxin and facial fillers?
Botulinum toxin works by relaxing muscles , smoothing dynamic wrinkles (those caused by movements, such as smiling or frowning). Facial fillers, on the other hand, are used to add volume and contour to areas such as the lips, cheekbones, and under-eye circles. Both complement each other, but have different purposes.
Does botulinum toxin injection leave the face expressionless?
No, as long as the procedure is performed by experienced professionals like those at InCorpore. Our goal is to maintain the naturalness of facial expression , softening lines in a balanced way, without compromising facial movements.
How long does the effect of botulinum toxin last?
On average, the effect lasts 4 to 6 months , varying according to each person’s metabolism, the area treated, and lifestyle habits. After this period, a new application can be performed to maintain the results.
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