All of us want to look young and beautiful. Genes, hormones, lifestyle, healthy food, exercise and skin cares are the general factors responsible for beautiful skin. No matter how good the skin, at some point it shows the sign of ageing as the wrinkles and lines form with each passing year.
Now with the advent of science and new research, it is possible to delay the ageing process and look young.  BOTOX is the new research for all those who aspire to maintain their youth

What is BOTOX?
Botox a purified protein injection liquid which helps the skin to look young by treating frown lines, squint and smile lines, nasal crunch lines, and horizontal forehead wrinkles. It acts by relaxing the underlying muscles, making these lines become less deep.
 It is a non surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines in both men and women.

What are wrinkles and how are they formed?
The lines that are seen between the brows or the smile line near the mouth or the lines on your forehead are actually result of muscle movement, your facial muscles contract, cause a folding of the overlying skin.
With passage of time and ageing, our cells take longer to regenerate and our dermis (the inner skin) starts to thin. We also produce less collagen, elastin and Hyaluronic acid, natural substances that give our skin the structure, stretch and volume. There are also hormone changes, damage caused by free radicals  and so on. As a result the skin loses its elasticity, sags and forms furrows and wrinkles/lines.
Fortunately now we have Botox to treat them

What do I do to avoid wrinkles?
Wrinkles can never be totally avoided. Regular skin care, nutritious balanced diet, exercise, avoiding stress and harsh conditions are some ways that can delay or make them  look a little less pronounced.
However, if the wrinkles have already developed, Botox treatment will make your face appear much youthful

What are the different types of lines/wrinkles found on the face?
Type of lines found on the face:

Dynamic wrinkles
Dynamic wrinkles occur when we use our facial muscles to form expressions. When we smile or frown, our muscles contract and cause our skin to wrinkle.
e.g. Forehad lines, Frown lines, Crow’s feet, Bunny lines
These wrinkles are best treated with Botox.

Static wrinkles
Static wrinkles are the creases and folds that are present even when our face is at rest and when we are not forming any facial expressions. Static wrinkles develop as we get older. With age many Dynamic lines may convert into static lines.
e.g. Nasolabial folds or laugh lines

How is BOTOX treatment done?
The treatment is very simple and takes about 10 minutes, there is no need to be hospitalized or even stay back for recovery. During treatment, very low doses of BOTOX are given through a few tiny injections directly into the muscles that cause those wrinkle lines. The needle is so fine that the pain associated with the injection is minimal. Most patients compare the sensation to a mosquito bite.

How does BOTOX work?
BOTOX is injected directly into the muscles of those stubborn lines that form over time as a result of muscle activity. It works by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles; this reduces the activity of the muscles and relaxes them causing the likes to disappear or become significantly reduced

How long will it take before I can see the result after taking the BOTOX treatment?
Within days, you may see a marked improvement in the moderate to severe expression lines on your face.

How long does BOTOX last?
Results from treatment with BOTOX can last for up to 4-6 months. If you discontinue treatment, the frown lines between your brows gradually will look like they did before treatment.

Who should administer BOTOX?
Cosmetologists, plastic surgeons, or other physicians specializing in cosmetic procedures can administer it. They can help you decide if using the BOTOX is right for you.

Is treatment with BOTOX painful?
The patient may feel uneasy for a short time only.  The entire procedure takes approximately 10 minutes. One can continue doing normal activities after taking the treatment.

Will I need to have any sitting with the doctor before I take the BOTOX treatment?
Yes it important to have a prior meeting with the doctor so as to understand the line of treatment. Your doctor should also be informed about all your medical conditions, allergies and the drugs/medicine that you take even if it is only a vitamin dose or you are using a herbal product. 

Is taking BOTOX safe? Are there any side effects?
If administered properly by an experienced doctor, it is very safe. It has US FDA approval and is most commonly done non-surgical cosmetic treatment world over.

Will my face look frigid or will I still be able to make facial expressions?
Although the results are visible, a treatment with BOTOX will not drastically change your facial appearance or make you look frigid. The muscle activity that cause wrinkles is simply reduced, so you can still exhibit all facial expressions without the wrinkles and creases.

What will happen to the wrinkles/lines if I choose not to continue BOTOX treatments? Will my lines look more pronounced?
If you do not continue treatments, the moderate to severe lines will gradually look like they did before treatment. They do not become more pronounced

Is BOTOX treatment very expensive?
No. Considering the benefit, it is not very expensive.

Is it possible to use BOTOX for any other purpose?
Yes botox is used in other cosmetic conditions like excessive under-arm sweating problems. It is also being used in many neurological conditions of children and adults