Some Common Myths with Regard to B.tox Therapy
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009Sydney Botulinum medicine (B.tox for short) is now ingrained in Sydney society and has become an important part of any beauty routine for some people in the Harbour City.
Nevertheless I am always surprised when I listen to the insane gossip about the simple treatment.
Here are some of the more popular myths frequently heard at Star Cosmetic Medicine in Pyrmont, Sydney.
Misconception # 1: The muscles in my face will freeze!
The human face has 60 or so muscles. Their unrelenting use over a period of time can result in wrinkles. The overuse of Botulinum Toxin can result in the face looking over relaxed. The quantity injected by virtually all physicians are designed to make you look well rested, but still you will keep your facial expression.
By using a carefully calculated amount of the wrinkle injection in precisely the right muscles facial expression is retained whilst any fine lines are softened.
Misconception # 2: Botulinum is poisonous!
This to some extent is true. Botulinum Toxin Type A is the proper scientific terminology. Too great a dose may end up in a decrease in muscle tone and can make one extremely ill.
However to help us understand the reality of the situation: an old chemist’s saying states that ‘everything is poisonous – it all depends on the dose’. A large dosage of any medication will result in sickness. Water can be fatal if too much is taken.
Misconception # 3: B.tox will be painful!
The hypodermic needles we use at Star Cosmetic Medicine have a diameter smaller than a human hair. Many people say that the injections aren’t worse than a bug bite. It is certainly less sore than a procedure like a vaccination.
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Misconception # 4: I might lose feeling in my face!
Not true. B.tox affects the neuromuscular junction, and not on the nerves of sensation. Just the ability to relax your muscles is impacted by B.tox injections.
Misconception # 5. You cannot stop having B.tox or you will wrinkle quicker than ever!
Once Again this is just incorrect.
The first treatment will be effective for about three months. Any further injections after the initial one commonly last a few weeks longer. Gradually as muscle strength builds up again, the wrinkles will eventually reform. However they will certainly not be any more pronounced than before.
Even if you never have B.tox again – those lines should be less pronounced than if you had not been treated. Due to the fact that your skin has had a ‘wrinkle holiday’ whilst the B.tox was working.