What is Botox?

Botox® is one of the most widely known brands of botulinum toxin injections. Botulinum toxins are neurotoxins that affect nerves and cause muscle weakness. You can get botulinum toxin injections for cosmetic or medical reasons. Our doctors inject small amounts of Botox into specific muscles to smooth wrinkles, prevent migraine headaches and treat a wide range of other health conditions.

How Does Botox Work?

Botox blocks the nerve signals to the muscles. As a result, the injected muscles cannot contract (tense). These effects are always temporary, but can last for several months. The muscle injected depends on the primary area of concern. Several areas can be treated in one session.

Which Cosmetic Conditions Can Be Treated With Botox?

Botox cosmetic injections are used to address the signs of aging. This treatment can smooth fine lines and wrinkles in various areas of your face, including

  • Eyebrows
  • Forehead
  • Nose
  • Eyes (crow's feet)
  • Lips
  • Chin
  • Jaw line
  • Neck

What is Botox Made of?

A bacterium called Clostridium botulinum produces the neurotoxins used in Botox. Healthcare providers use a specific strain of the bacterium (type A) for medical injections.

Botulinum toxins occur naturally in soil and contaminated food. If you consume large amounts of botulinum toxin or if the bacteria gets into a wound, you can develop botulism. This serious nervous system disorder affects breathing. For optimal safety and effectiveness, Botox is produced in a laboratory. Technicians dilute and sterilize the botulinum toxins so they do not cause botulism.

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