5 Reasons You Should Get Botox Injections

When you hear the word Botox, do you think of wrinkles, crow’s feet, or frown lines? If so, then you are not alone as more than 7 million Americans received Botox injections for cosmetic needs. Doctors also prescribe Botox medically because of its ability to restrict muscle movement.  

What Is Botox? 

Makers of Botox use a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum which is harvested from natural environmental resources like lakes and forests. Since the bacteria’s spore count is low in this setting, they are harmless to humans. Clostridium botulinum, in more substantial amounts, produces a neurotoxin called botulinum. It is only when the bacteria produces botulinum that it becomes problematic which is why it is necessary to receive injections from trained experts.  

What Should I Know About Botox? 

• A Botox injection is a safe, minimally invasive procedure. 
• Botox is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures requested in the United States. 
• Botox reduces the appearance of wrinkles by paralyzing underlying facial muscles.  
• Botox successfully treats a wide variety of medical conditions. 
• Neurotoxins prevent communication between the nervous system and certain parts of the body that enables muscles to contract. 

• Other than Botox, other botulin-containing products include Dysport, Xeomin, and Myobloc which each has its particular medical uses. 
• Botox is an alternative to pain management. 

What Medical Conditions Does Botox Injections Treat? 

• Chronic Migraines: Reduces frequency of headaches.  
• Cervical Dystonia: Involuntary contraction of neck muscles.  
• Hyperhidrosis: Excessive sweating connected to both medical and cosmetic conditions. 
• Overactive Bladder Function: Reduces incontinence due to excessive bladder activity. 
• Lazy Eye, Spasm, and Eye Twitch: Botox targets the muscles responsible for asymmetric eye position, spasms, and contraction of eye muscles.
• Neurological and Muscle Disorders: Botulinum toxin treats medical conditions because of the relationship between contracting muscles and nerve signals. Injections disrupt the signals causing muscles to relax. 
• Acne Breakouts: If you suffer from advanced acne, a tiny amount of Botox will reduce the oil production which is the primary cause of your breakouts. 
• Glabellar Lines: These are the frown lines found between your eyebrows. 
• Canthal lines: Also known as crow’s feet, they are the lines at the corner of your eyes. 
• Hemifacial spasm: This is a neuromuscular condition that causes muscle spasms primarily on one side of your face. 

Why Should I get Botox?

1.Botox injections are safe when administered by medical professionals. 

 There has been much confusion about Botox because of misinformation of production and usage. Injections are safe when administered by trained medical professionals.  

2. The procedure is a useful medical tool that improves quality of life. 

Whether it is migraines or overactive bladders, injections revitalize our patient’s lifestyles with the ability to engage in activities that medical issues prevented.

3. It targets wrinkles and other cosmetic needs. 

 Botox is one of the most widely used cosmetic techniques used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles which enhances a person’s appearance and emotional well-being. 

4. You can utilize Botox as an alternative therapy. 

For patients who live with chronic pain, managing it becomes a daily struggle that eventually leads to considering traditional and non-traditional treatment plans.   

 5. A Botox injection is a quick and convenient procedure. 

For busy people, time is crucial.  Injections are quick and painless which will get you back to your daily routine because they require no after-care requirements. 

Not only will Maryland Pain and Wellness Center analyze your need for Botox, but we have a wide range of techniques to help you manage on-going medical conditions. Just give us a call to schedule your appointment today.