Chances are that you have probably heard of Botox before. However, you may not know exactly what is Botox. Botox is short for Botulinum toxin. It is a protein and a neurotoxin that is produced by the bacteria clostridium botulinum. Botox is actually the most acutely toxic substance known to man. If a human comes in contact with too much Botox, they can develop a condition called botulism, which can be fatal in humans and animals. Despite all of the dangers associated with Botox, it is commonly used by humans for a variety of cosmetic and medical procedures.
One of the benefits of Botox is that when injected into the skin it can kill or weaken the muscles around the site of injection. Thus, it was originally approved to treat a condition called Blepharospasm. Blepharospasm is a condition characterized by spasms in a person eyelid.
Another one of the benefits of Botox is that it can help a person improve their appearance. Because Botox can be used to weaken muscles, it can be used to fight or smoothen facial wrinkles. It can be used for a variety of other purposes including treating severe underarm aweating, Cervical dystonia, Chronic migraines, and overactive bladders.
If you think that Botox could be of benefit to you, then you should talk with your doctor. Your doctor will also be able to answer any questions you might have about Botox. However, again it is recommended talking to a doctor before attending one of these events. There are many trained Botox San Diego doctors. You can find one by searching online. Often, you may hear of a Botox party.