We're all susceptible to the effects of time; fine lines fanning out from our eyes and lips, wrinkles which act like rings on a tree, counting our years.
With the advent of anti-aging injections such as Botox and, more recently, Dysport and Xeomin, such unsavory creases can be smoothed over to provide rejuvenation sans incision.
While the three products vary in composition and rate of dispersion, their common denominator is a strand of botulinum toxin A, which inhibits muscle contractions through controlled paralysis.
While synonymous with restoring supple skin, these treatments actually provide an interesting array of services beyond cosmetic dermatology.
Let the list below surprise you: Lesser Known Benefits of Botulinum Toxin A Injections Few realize that strands of botulinum toxin A can be used for both aesthetic and medical purposes.
The following points showcase these FDA approved instances.
Cervical Dystonia: A disorder that causes contractions in the neck muscles, leading to painful spasms that awkwardly fix the head in a tilted position.
Temporary paralysis in the affected region can lessen the frequency of these unwanted tremors.
Blepharospasm: A condition marked by the persistent twitching of a person's eyelids.
Xeomin has been specifically marked as a treatment option especially in patients that have previously used Botox.
Excessive Sweating: All three aforementioned brands can be injected into sweat glands located in the palms, feet and underarms, to curb extreme perspiration.
This treatment provides solace for up to seven months.
Migraines: By targeting seven problem areas associated with these painful headaches (in the temples, forehead, neck and shoulders), pain signals are inhibited from reaching nerve endings, which are the cause of one's discomfort.
While the routine requires 31 injections every three months for chronic sufferers, the relief is well worth the investment.
While Botox, Dysport and Xeomin are commonly prescribed for the same ailments, it's important to remember their unique standing.
Dysport is a smaller sized molecule and thus requires 2.
5 units to every 1 unit of Botox.
Xeomin, on the other hand, while injected at the same strength as Botox, lacks the protective proteins found in its two contemporaries.
Without these additives, it has the fastest and widest rate of diffusion.
These factors are important when considering which brand will suit you best.
Speak with your skin care specialist before moving forward to discover all the nuances of these versatile treatments.
As time continues more and more skin care treatments will become readily accepted and introduced to the public under the strictfull watch of the FDA.