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Botox Injections

Botox Injections

Botox for Facial Wrinkles

Botox has more recently been found to have application in the treatment of facial wrinkles as well. It is especially useful for wrinkles adjacent to the eyes and in the forehead. Tiny doses of Botox are administered with a very fine needle in the areas of concern, often alleviating the wrinkles for about 3 to 6 months. This alternative is a welcome one to many individuals who
have concerns about more invasive cosmetic surgical procedures.

Botox for Blepharospasm

Blepharospasm is a condition in which one or both eyelids spasm forcefully and uncontrollably closed in repeated fashion. This involuntary closure of the eyelids may sometimes even result in temporary loss of vision. The cause of blepharospasm is unknown but seems to be associated with emotional stress and fatigue. Botox injections, when administered in tiny dosages by injection in the upper and lower eyelids of the involved eye, may result in effective resolution of the condition. The effect of the treatment usually begins in 1 to 14 days and lasts for 3 to 6 months. Repeat injections may be required every 3 to 6 months depending on recurrence and severity of the condition.

Botox for Hemifacial Spasm

Hemifacial spasm is a condition which involves spastic contractures of one half of the face that are forceful, uncontrollable, and agonizing to the afflicted. Hemifacial spasm may be due to vascular compression of the facial nerve or an intracranial tumor and, therefore, neuroimaging (CT or MRI is often considered.

Treatment of hemifacial spasm may include surgery for the underlying cause, selective ablation branches of the facial nerve, or Botox injections. The Botox injections would certainly be considered appropriate symptomatic treatment (for hemifacial spasm) if an underlying cause cannot be found or is otherwise not treatable. The Botox injections may be given in select locations of the face with a tiny needle; retreatments are typically required every 3 to 6 months.

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