Should I Inject Botox?

By Simon Wong

After my 25th birthday, I start noticing some fine lines on my face. Though I know it is a process that I must go through, I am really upset. I am afraid there are more and more fine lines on my face and so, I may look 10 years older than my actual age. How can it be! I start researching on wrinkle treatments. I discover that Botox is really popular. It can be regarded as the safest and yet most effective treatment for wrinkles. But, should I just follow what people do? Are there any drawbacks of Botox injection?

What is Botox? Botox or Botulinum toxin is actually a protein produced by the bacterium named Clostridum botulinum. Some people call it sausage poison as Clostridum botulinum often causes poisoning in prepared meat products. It is originally used for medical purposes like treating muscle spasms. In the recent 10 years, Botox is commonly used for cosmetic purposes. Botox was approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in 2002.

For a long time, wrinkles have been unavoidable problem for women. Very unluckily, makeup can do little help for covering up wrinkles. The use of Botox in the cosmetic industry changes all these. Botox helps women aging 18 to 65 to reduce wrinkles significantly. There is no need for expensive and dangerous plastic surgery. With the Botox injection, women can look 10 years (or more) younger than their actual age. But, the effect of Botox is not going to last forever. You may need to keep injecting Botox every 4 months.

Wrinkles are actually caused by muscle contraction. Muscle contraction in turn is triggered by a chemical called acetylcholine. Botox is able to combat fine lines and wrinkles because it disrupts the release of acetylcholine. Generally, around 80% of fine lines and wrinkles can be reduced with Botox injection. But, results still can vary among individuals and there is no absolute guarantee.

Other than Botox injection's temporary effect, there are some side effects associated as well. Some side effects are minor but some can be quite serious. With the disruption acetylcholine release, your muscles are weakened. You may have a little discomfort like tiredness, headache or muscle pain. When the side effects are serious, you may experience difficulties in swallowing, speaking, seeing, controlling bladder, or even breathing and these side effects may last for s several months.

As some of the side effects can be quite serious, you should try your best to avoid them. One effective way to avoid these side effects is to inform your doctor properly about your health and medical status. You may tell your doctor about your doctor about your muscle, nerve and breathing conditions. You may also notify your doctor the medicines that you are taking and if you are allergic to anything. If you have skin infection or if you are pregnant, you may wish to re-schedule your appointment. Most importantly, do not simply ignore the side effects that you are suffering from, you should immediately ask for medical help.

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