In our rush to obtain a perfect skin -yes, we want *that* yesterday- some of us have explored the issue of Botox. However, on a closer inspection we might be able to identify that using botox as an aid to eliminate wrinkles is not only a shortcut, but is also a technique that relies on administering specific chemicals into our skin, whether these chemicals are the result of mother nature or had been altered artificially to some degree.
Earlier this year and as of May 2009, the FDA issued an “Early Communication about an Ongoing Safety Review of Botox and Botox Cosmetic (Botulinum toxin Type A) and Myobloc (Botulinum toxin Type B) that can be found here. If you are considering a skin treatment via Botox it is important that you become acquainted with this literature. There have reports of death associated with the use of this medicine, however, the FDA was able to identify specifically when these cases ocurred. As per their literature, “FDA now has evidence that similar, potentially life-threatening systemic toxicity from the use of botulinum toxin products can also result after local injection in patients with other underlying conditions such as those with cerebral palsy associated limb spasticity.”
According to Consumerreports.org “…Doctors have long known that in people who have pre-existing neuromuscular disorders the shots can trigger effects far from the injection site, including difficulty swallowing and breathing…” making it even more important that you approach this subejct with caution. For those looking to eliminate wrinkles and improve the looks of your facial tissue it is essential to first try organic and natural elements, items that are natural and are found on this earth and more importantly take a gradual approach.
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2 years ago
Well, I think botox is very safe. It all depends on your doctor whether he knows or not what he is doing. But in the hands of an experienced one there is nothing to fear. At least that is what I think.
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2 years ago
This is well written advice. But like the above person said, I think it is critically important to rely on good hands. I underwent several treatments for the last 3 years and not one problem. It seems that the issues referred to in the article are of a very narrow concern. Do some due dilligence on your doctor and his/her experience on this… Good luck, everyone!