The Benefits of Botox

When it comes to looking and feeling your best, you may want to consider adding Botox to your arsenal of anti-aging treatments.  Botox utilizes botulinum toxin type A as a main ingredient, which helps paralyze the muscles in the treatment areas.  Once the muscles are relaxed, this softens the appearance of skin above the muscles, thus helping to fade and reduce the look of wrinkles.  What’s more, Botox injections prevent the muscles from making repeated, exaggerated motions that can lead to permanent wrinkles and frown lines.

Botox was one of the first anti-aging skin injectables to be introduced to the world of cosmetic dermatology; however, there are a number of other aesthetic and health benefits associated with Botox.  These include the following:

Botox for Migraines

Botox injections have been used to treat people who suffer from migraines.  The results were surprisingly, as experts begin noticing that patients who received Botox treatments were much less likely to complain about migraines.  Once several studies confirmed Botox’s unique ability to treat migraines, the FDA got on board and approved it as a treatment option.  However, this option is typically only available to patients who suffer from multiple migraines each month.

Botox for Excessive Sweating

If you find yourself sweating profusely – even when you’re not anxious or overheated – then you may find relief in the form of Botox injections.  Botox is highly effective at stopping the production of acetycholine, a chemical that our body uses to trigger production of sweat.  With regular treatments in sweat-prone areas (such as the armpits, hands, etc.), users can see significant relief from excessive sweating.

Botox for Arthritis Pains

The Mayo Clinic has published studies that links Botox to treating arthritis pains.  Arthritis pains can often be exacerbated by painful muscle spasms; Botox helps weaken or paralyze these muscles, thus providing temporary relief for these spasms.

Botox treatments were initially approved by the FDA to treat lazy eye, hemifacial spasm and blepharospasm, which are commonly referred to as eyelid twitching. If you find that your eyelid twitches constantly – even without being stimulated by caffeine – you may want to talk to your ophthalmologist about how Botox treatments can help your symptoms.

At the Center for Ophthalmology and Laser Surgery – serving the greater Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding Florida areas – Dr. Loeffler and his staff members are dedicated to protecting your ocular health, as well as providing superior Botox treatments for a variety of eye problems and concerns.  Schedule an appointment with Dr. Loeffler today to learn more about Botox and your treatment options. (954) 786-5353