Botox Risks – are They Always Safe?

Considering Botox: What You Need to Know

All medical procedures entail a calculated risk, and for most of us, we can face elective or non-elective surgery with few worries. Botox treatment is extremely popular and countless individuals have successfully used this process to enhance their appearance. For anyone considering using Botox as a treatment for wrinkles or a cosmetic facial, considering about potential injection risks, Botox risks, side effects and possible complications is vital. Though the vast majority of patients have successful results, the unwanted side-effects of Botox procedures can be permanent, dangerous and troublesome.

What are the Botox Risks and Possible Complications?

There are very few Botox risks and possible complications that are considered as being able to occur, however these are all just as important to concern yourself with. It is also important to know that just because maybe a friend or family member had a cosmetic ****** done and it went fine, this without a doubt does not mean that it will go this way for you.

In regards to the most common Botox risks, that would include for instance the fact that if Botox is injected too close to your upper eyelids, then there is the risk that temporary upper eyelid droop may result; this is something which can in fact take months to improve, which is obviously a serious consideration.

Then there is also the risk of allergic reaction, which again is quite small but still must be taken into consideration. As well, if you are pregnant or nursing, there are certain injection risks that are exceedingly important, and so if you are looking to have any sort of Botox procedure done, then it would be most wise to wait until after your baby is born and until they are no longer nursing.

If you are not informed of the possible risks and complications, and/or if you simply want to learn more about them or see if you are any more at risk for any of them, then make sure to discuss these with your physician because they can help you to find out if you are a good candidate for this type of wrinkles care. Also remember during this consultation with your doctor that you should also make sure to ask any other questions that you may have, as well as determine your present health in order to make sure that you are physically able to withstand such a procedure.

After all of this, you should be prepared if still interested to go through with the procedure, whichever one you may have chosen, and you will know at this point how worth it the effort and time was in regards to learning about Botox risks, injection risks and informing yourself as much as possible.



By: Ron King

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Botox cost?

senfly asked:


Hi;
I`m a 24 year old girl, and I already started heving some wrinkles under my eyes, I don`t smoke or anything, the cause I think is I have to focus my eyes to see far things due to vision prob.
My question is how much does botox cost to get rid of these wrinkles.
Thanks!


Bridal Party Botox – A Good Idea?

DATELINE: COHASSET AND PLYMOUTH, MASS… South Shore Skin Center, one of the most progressive dermatology practices in Massachusetts with offices in Plymouth and Cohasset, cautions consumers about “Botox Parties” where Botox injections are one of the highlights of the party.

 

Botox parties are very popular, especially with brides and their bridal parties who want to look their best on the “big day”. Botox is used to treat lines around the eyes, frown lines between the eyes, and lines on the forehead that often appear with age. Botox works by relaxing the muscles that contract to form these lines, creating a smoother appearance in the treated areas. Yet, there is significant health risk to those who receive Botox injections outside of a doctor’s office.

 

South Shore Skin Center warns consumers of the dangers of receiving Botox injections anywhere but a physician’s office:

 



The Botox used in a home setting or other non-medical environment may not be direct from Allergan, the makers of the highest grade of Botox Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin A) which is FDA approved. There is no guarantee that the solution being used at a party is even safe for injection.



 



If laboratory botulinum toxin is used, rather than Botox Cosmetic, systemic effects may occur as were seen in the case of the doctor, several years ago, who paralyzed several patients and himself by injecting high concentrations of veterinary grade botulism toxin. Individuals should check to be sure that the bottle says “Botox Cosmetic”.



 



If the Botox is not reconstituted properly and/or not kept refrigerated, it may become inactive.



 



If sterile conditions are not observed when reconstituting or administering the Botox, infection may develop. 



 



At a Botox party, there are no medical personnel on hand to assist in case of an immediate adverse reaction.



 



Administration of Botox by those who are untrained may not be done correctly. Improper placement of the Botox may result in brow droop. Other side effects include bruising, headache and lid droop.



“Although a Botox type of solution may be obtained outside of a physician’s office, we do not recommend using it. The risk of serious illness, adverse effects and infection is significant when a questionable solution of Botox is injected by those who are not qualified,” explained Dr. Richard Eisen, dermatologist at South Shore Skin Center.

 

He continued, “At South Shore Skin Center, patient safety is a priority. For anyone who is interested in receiving Botox Cosmetic, we recommend that you consult a dermatologist.”

 

Dr. Eisen is among Allergan Corp.’s national training staff in the use of Botox Cosmetic. South Shore Skin Center uses only the highest grade of Botox Cosmetic available, known as Botulinum Toxin A, which is an FDA approved, highly purified form of the Clostridium Botulinum bacterium made by Allergan, to ensure patient safety. Qualified medical staff who administer Botox Cosmetic at South Shore Skin Center are fully trained.

 



By: Steve Dubin

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