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How is a botulinum toxin injection performed?

Botox is administered as an injection to select areas to cause the desired effects. The injection is made using a fine needle, often just under the skin to reach superficial muscles. When performed for cosmetic reasons, it is commonly done in the medical clinics and does not need an anesthetic. However, when it is used for other medical reasons, it is often done as part of another procedure, which may need an anesthetic. Your doctor can discuss the exact situation which suits your condition.

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What is a botulinum toxin injection?

Botullinum toxin type A (Botox®) is a medication containing highly-diluted toxin produced by a species of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. It has many medical uses, such as treating muscular disorders, glandular conditions and migraines and also …

What is the botulinum toxin injection made from?

The botulinum toxin injection is a medication containing highly-diluted toxin produced by a species of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum.

What is the botulinum toxin injection used for?

The injection can be used for both medical and cosmetic purposes. It is effective in smoothing out facial wrinkles and treating muscular problems such as facial tics, incontinence and spasticity.

What medical uses does a botulinum toxin injection have?

Botulinum toxin injections have been shown to be effective in the treatment of medical conditions caused by muscular problems. These include disorders such as strokes, anal fissures, voice tremors, facial tics and spasms and …

How does a botulinum toxin injection work?

Botox works by blocking the release of an important chemical, known as acetylcholine, at the connections between nerves and muscles. This prevents the muscles from contracting and allows them to remain in a relaxed state. The effects can take a …

How long has the botulinum toxin injection been practiced?

The treatment using botulinum toxin injections for medical conditions was approved in the 1980s. For cosmetic treatments, the injections have been performed since the early 2000s.

How long does a botulinum toxin injection last?

The effect from the injection of the toxin lasts between three and six months.

Is a botulinum toxin injection safe?

When performed by qualified professionals, Botox injections are generally safe.

Is a botulinum toxin injection safe during pregnancy?

Botox so far appears to have no harmful effects during and after pregnancy, but proper medical trials have not been performed on pregnant women to fully evaluate the risks. Women who are pregnant, about to become pregnant, or …

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Author: Jonathan Meddings BMedLabSc (Hons)
First answered: 17 Nov 2014
Last reviewed: 14 May 2019
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