Botulinum toxin (BT) has been applied clinically for many years (first used aesthetically in 1977), as an alternative to many surgeries, treatment for different pathologies and conditions such as hyperhidrosis and even as an aesthetic, anti-aging and preventive procedure in young patients.
Ethologically, we know that the botulinum neurotoxin called Botulinum is a toxin produced by a bacterium called Clostridum Botulinum and, due to its chemical denervation capacity, it is used as a cosmetic procedure to reduce wrinkles.
Its adverse effects and complications are few but do exist, so it is important to perform the procedure with great care, with all the prior preparation it requires.
The application is not painful, however the patient is offered topical anesthesia if required.
The estimated procedure time is less than 20 minutes, so it is considered a quick, safe, and minimally invasive treatment.
There are many other advantages of botulinum toxin:
The efficacy is very high, using the technique, correct dose, precise anatomical location, the toxin is effective in 80-90% of cases.
Through its local application, it allows the action of the drug/toxin to be focused on the desired muscle without causing systemic effects, making it a treatment that enjoys selectivity.
It is highly safe, as the effects obtained through the use of the toxin are reversible, thus offering the medical professional a clear advantage over invasive and irreversible methods.
There are many brands of botulinum toxin on the market. Treatment duration depends on the patient's lifestyle, age, dosage, and brand used. It typically lasts between 4 and 6 months at most.
A review is required 10-15 days after application to assess the patient.
Ethologically, we know that the botulinum neurotoxin called Botulinum is a toxin produced by a bacterium called Clostridum Botulinum and, due to its chemical denervation capacity, it is used as a cosmetic procedure to reduce wrinkles.
Its adverse effects and complications are few but do exist, so it is important to perform the procedure with great care, with all the prior preparation it requires.
The application is not painful, however the patient is offered topical anesthesia if required.
The estimated procedure time is less than 20 minutes, so it is considered a quick, safe, and minimally invasive treatment.
There are many other advantages of botulinum toxin:
The efficacy is very high, using the technique, correct dose, precise anatomical location, the toxin is effective in 80-90% of cases.
Through its local application, it allows the action of the drug/toxin to be focused on the desired muscle without causing systemic effects, making it a treatment that enjoys selectivity.
It is highly safe, as the effects obtained through the use of the toxin are reversible, thus offering the medical professional a clear advantage over invasive and irreversible methods.
There are many brands of botulinum toxin on the market. Treatment duration depends on the patient's lifestyle, age, dosage, and brand used. It typically lasts between 4 and 6 months at most.
A review is required 10-15 days after application to assess the patient.
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