Daniela Rodriguez, MD - Botox Injections in St Clair Shores Michigan
Botox injections have recently become more popular among those suffering from facial muscles or jaw muscles that are causing them pain. Botox is a neurotoxin protein made by the bacteria Clostridium Botulinum and its associated species. It inhibits the release of acetylcholine in the neuromuscular juncture and thus causes muscle weakness in the jaw and face.
Acetylcholine is produced in the body by bacteria clostridium botulinum. The bacteria produce it as a defence mechanism to keep other bacteria from invading and destroying the nerve cells and muscle tissue in the face, neck, hands and feet. When the bacteria are attacked, it releases acetylcholine as a response.
Acetylcholine is released by muscles as a result of activity, as part of a signal to communicate with other parts of the body. For example, when you move your lips to make a sound, the muscles contract, causing the muscles to vibrate. The vibration sends the message to the brain that there is activity occurring in the jaw and face.
Botox injections are an option for some patients who can no longer tolerate the pain from surgery. These injections are injected into the muscle groups affected. After the injection, the muscles contract and so the patient feels numbness and tingling sensations in the muscle groups affected. The treatment is administered once a month for a period of three to six months.
The most common sites for Botox injections are the face, neck and hands. However, there are also some patients who have had success with injections under the arms or abdomen. There may be side effects to this procedure, and so a physician must evaluate these factors prior to making a decision regarding Botox injections.
The side effects associated with botox treatment include facial swelling, itching and redness, as well as minor bruising or blisters under the skin. These side effects are usually reversible, but are treated as an outpatient procedure to prevent any complications.
There may be a few risks associated with Botox treatment. These include allergic reactions to the injection or the use of too much of the product, or too much anesthesia and other drug interactions.
In general, the side effects of Botox treatments are temporary and can be treated in one of two ways. One method is known as maintenance therapy and the other is known as maintenance therapy with injections only.
When considering the benefits of maintenance therapy, the first consideration is that it provides immediate relief. It helps to ease pain and stiffness associated with aging, and is often used to relieve pain caused by arthritis and muscle spasms. This treatment is especially important to those who have had serious injuries or surgery. This type of therapy has also been used to treat sleep disorders, such as insomnia and narcolepsy.
The other method of avoiding side effects is to have Botox injections only. This type of treatment has no unwanted side effects and is safe to use for the rest of the patient's life. Side effects to the injection include bruising, and swelling, as well as mild to moderate burning, but usually gone within a few days. These side effects are treated in the same way as other injections and generally resolve quickly.
With respect to Botox injections, the potential side effects depend upon the age of the person receiving the injection. As Botox is a chemical substance, some people might experience allergic reactions to it. Therefore, a doctor should perform a skin test to determine whether or not the patient would be a good candidate for the treatment. If a reaction occurs, it is usually treated using botulinum toxin, which is given intravenously, under local or general anesthesia.
Botox can cause side effects in some patients, and these include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fatigue, and lightheadedness. The dosage of the injection can also be increased, depending on the severity of the side effect. However, since the main goal of this therapy is to reduce muscle tension, the side effects of this treatment are minimal compared to other methods, and in most cases, the amount required is not more than a fraction of the total cost.
If you are considering Botox treatment, contact your doctor to discuss these options and the possible side effects. Also, note that you need to consult your physician before undergoing any type of procedure, as many treatments, including Botox, can cause side effects.
Consider Botox Injections in Michigan with a female plastic surgeon like Daniela Rodriguez MD.
Daniela Rodriguez, MD
21727 Greater Mack Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 777-7260
http://www.drdrodriguez.com/
Michigan Female Plastic Surgeon
Michigan Plastic Surgeon
Posts
Michigan Top Plastic Surgeon
Daniela Rodriguez, MD
Daniela Rodriguez, MD - Michigan Plastic Surgeon
Daniela Rodriguez, MD - Michigan Plastic Surgeon
Daniela Rodriguez, MD - Michigan Plastic Surgeon
Areas
Michigan
St Clair Shores
Roseville
Ann Arbor
Macomb County
Metro Detroit
Warren
Eastpointe
Grosse Pointe Woods
Fraser
Grosse Pointe Shores
Harper Woods
Grosse Pointe Farms
Royal Oak
Southfield
Sterling Heights
Clinton Twp
Resources
St Clair Shores Michigan Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic Surgeons St Clair Shores Michigan
Breast Implants St Clair Shores Michigan