Some Common Myths Surrounding B.tox Procedures
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Sydney Botulinum medicine (B.tox for short) has become ingrained in Sydney society and in fact it has become an integral part of grooming for many in the city. Nevertheless I am often surprised by the various urban legends and half truths that surround this procedure.
Here I have included some of the myths that I encounter working as a doctor at Star Cosmetic Medicine located in Pyrmont, Sydney.
Mistake no. 1: My facial muscles could freeze!
Underneath the skin of the face are 60 or so muscles. The extended use of these muscles may result in the formation of fine lines. Too great a dose of Botulinum Toxin have the effect of the face becoming less expressive. The quantity used by almost all physicians make you look well rested, nevertheless you will of course keep your facial expression.
Therefore by employing tiny amounts of the toxin in just the right spot facial expression is protected whilst any fine lines undergo a softening effect.
Mistake no. 2: Botulinum is a toxic substance!
This to some extent is correct. Botulinum Toxin Type A is the exact pharmacological terminology. An overdose can result in loss of muscle tone and may even make you extremely ill.
Pharmacists have a famous saying that ‘everything is poisonous - it all depends on the dose’. A large amount of any medication will cause illness. Even water can kill you if enough is taken.
Mistake no. 3: Wrinkle injections hurt!
The hypodermic needles used at Star Cosmetic Medicine have a diameter smaller than a human hair. Several people liken the treatments to a bug bite. It is definitely less traumatic than a procedure like a blood profile.
Mistake no. 4: My face will lose feeling!
Totally false. Botulinum medicine works on the junction between the nerve and the facial muscle, not sensate nerve fibers. Only the ability to relax muscles is affected by B.tox.
Mistake no. 5. Once you begin B.tox you must continue or the lines become even worse!
Also false.
You can expect the first treatment to be effective for upwards of three months. Any injections after the first consultation ordinarily last a little longer. The lines will gradually reappear as the muscle returns to normal. But your wrinkles certainly will not be more pronounced than before the treatment.
As A Matter Of Fact any wrinkles will more often than not be less evident than if you had never had B.tox - even when you never persevere with the injections. Principally because your skin has had a ‘wrinkle holiday’ during the treatment.
