Botox (Botulinum toxin) is a toxin obtained from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It is a method that temporarily corrects the wrinkles that occur on the face as a result of smiling, angry, surprised, squinting, etc. movements. Botox, which is described as a highly effective drug, interrupts the transmission between nerves and muscles, causing the skin to remain tense in the applied area.
The working of the mimic muscles over the years makes the folds on the skin that covers it prominent, and thus the dynamic lines on the face appear. It is most commonly seen on the forehead, between the eyebrows, around the eyes and around the mouth. The lines on the forehead and around the eyes give the person an older look, and the lines between the eyebrows give the person an angry expression with a frowning eyebrow. The movements of these muscles can be weakened by applying Botox to the mimic muscles. In this way, a significant improvement is achieved in the facial expression that looks old and angry.
When Botox is applied to the sweat glands, the transmission between the sweat glands and nerve endings can be stopped and the functioning of the sweat glands can be reduced. When botox is applied to the sweaty areas of people who suffer from excessive sweating and related sweat odor, improvement is achieved.
Botox is administered as an injection with very fine-tipped needles. A slight pain may be felt during the injection. Injection is made into the target muscles from several points. The effect of Botox occurs within the first week after the injection and the duration of the effect is 3 – 9 months, but it is 6 months on average. When Botox loses its effect, the application can be repeated. When people who are regularly applied botox for 2 years continue to apply in the same order, there may be a significant weakening in their muscles and accordingly a change in facial expression. For this reason, it is beneficial to make applications at longer intervals after the second year.
To whom Botox is not applied;
*People who are pregnant and breastfeeding
* Those with coagulation problems
*Insulin-dependent diabetes patients (Note: If the doctor deems it appropriate, it can be applied under the supervision of a doctor.)
