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What you might not know about Botox
Posted by: Suzanne Costa in Botox on June 15th, 2010
Botox is becoming an increasingly common replacement for the traditional face lift. Using strategic placements, injections of Botulinum Toxin Type A are administered to various regions of the face and neck, reducing the appearance of brow wrinkles, crow’s feet, laugh lines and more. Botox also has a rich history in the world of medical science, having been used as a treatment for many ailments over the years. It’s a convenient and affordable alternative to face lifts, although not permanent. Here are a few things you should know about Botox.
Depression:
According to Medical News Today.com, “Some studies have indicated that Botox used for aesthetic purposes can help people with mental illness. A study published in Dermatologic Surgery found that treating clinically depressed patients with Botox on the frown lines of their faces actually got rid of their depression.” A trial was conducted on major depression and Dr. Eric Finzi and Dr. Ericka Wasserman found that when they used botox to treat frown lines on the face, the botox actually removed the depression as well.
According to Wasserman and Finzi, “Major depression is sometime resistant to drug therapy and psychotherapeutic treatment approaches.” 10 people were tested for depression and after two months 9 of the people in the trial no longer had any depression.
Medical Problems and Eye Twitching:
Surprisingly Botox is aiding patients with diseases not just cosmetic repairs. At Mohammad Ali Parkinson Center, Botox was used to provide relief for its patients with Parkinson. “Botox is the most powerful nerve toxin known to man and it’s dramatically improving the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s,” says Guillermo Moguel-Cobos, MD, Movement Disorder Neurologist at the Center. “For this type of treatment, it’s a miracle drug.”
Botox is also used as a medical treatment for eye twitches and more. It was a Canadian ophthalmologist, Dr. Jean Carruthers, who first noticed the cosmetic effects of Botox. A patient of her had undergone Botox injection treatment for an eye twitch. When Carruthers saw her patient after treatment commenced, she noticed a significant reduction in the appearance of wrinkles. Soon after, she began to study the use of Botulinum Toxin Type A as a cosmetic treatment option. It is still used today as a method of treatment for a wide variety of muscular control ailments including bell’s palsy.
Botox was shown to aide patients with Bell’s Palsy according to the Melbourne Brain Research Institute (BRI). Bell’s Palsy is a type of paralysis which affects the facial nerves. In the past shock therapy was used with little results. Again Botox is being used for other than removing wrinkles.
Botox’s Hidden Dangers
An overdose of Botox can be very dangerous. As with any drug, overdoses are extremely dangerous at any level. It may take several weeks for the effects to wear off also. It is possible to be overdosed on Botox, and those who find themselves addicted to the treatment may come up with very creative ways of endangering themselves. The results of such an overdose vary from person to person, and could include (but are not limited to) rash, swelling, anaphylaxis, muscular paralysis in the injection site, nerve damage and more. With quick response after a suspected overdose, an antitoxin can be used. Doctor’s supervision is a must during this time also.
Like all drugs, Botox can be mismanaged and sometimes the patient can become addicted to the injections. As it is relatively inexpensive and easily injected, the possibility still exists. It is always best to be under a doctor’s supervision to avoid any overdose or becoming addictive to this medical wonder. Botox is approved by the FDA which does not mean it is necessarily alternative to a facelift or other cosmetic surgery.
Using Facials instead of facelifts
Posted by: Suzanne Costa in Face Lifts on April 27th, 2010
Facials are used at every spa around the world to rejuvenate the skin. They are seen as a way to prevent facelifts with up to day technology currently available. There are many types of facelift alternatives currently used from ultrasound to dead sea mud packs for the face. The purpose a facial is to exfoliate, moisturize, cleanse, brighten the skin, extract black heads and white heads and renew the overall appearance of the skin. Facials are used daily in spas, but can they truly prevent or reduce the appearance of wrinkles and age spots?
Mini Facials:
A mini facial is the most inexpensive type to request. With this facial you will probably receive exfoliation, cleansing, face mask and some pressure point massage therapy. This type of facial may be done at home also using some home made natural facelift solutions. Spas will generally use prepackaged solutions known to give immediate results.
Some of the favorite homemade facials would include aloe vera, oatmeal, honey, olive oil and selected herbs. A very cheap exfoliating mixture is 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil mixed together. Rub this mixture over your face and then rinse with cold water.
A very cheap facial is with honey and the juice of a lemon. Combine the two together and massage over the face. Leave on the face for 1/2 hour and then rinse with warm water and pat dry with a soft cotton cloth.
Luxury and Prescription Facials:
These facials will be more involved and tailored to your skin tone and needs. This of course cost more and will last longer. It is usually necessary to have a before consultation with your salon to know exactly which treatment is necessary. With all facials, it is recommended to have an allergy test done prior to avoid any complications later. Needless to say some products may cause allergic reactions on some individuals.
After the Facial Treatments and Precautions:
After the facial, wait at least 24 hours before applying any makeup and lying in the sun. There have been a few instances of reactions with certain ingredients in the facial used. Although these facials use mostly natural ingredients, they may react with the combination of makeup, creams, moisturizers and toners.
Note: Facials are a preventative measure for the prevention of wrinkles and the signs of aging down the road. Facials cannot remove the damage to the skin already created but can improve, tone and rejuvenate your skin to a younger looking you.
