What Does Botox Do?

Dr Austin Brewer
By Dr Austin Brewer

Austin is a skilled and specialised aesthetics practitioner. The practitioner of choice for the safe administration of all injectable cosmetic treatments.


So what does Botox do?

We’ve all heard about it, but do you know what it can treat?

Botox isn’t just a one-trick pony. As a muscle relaxant, it has a range of cosmetic and therapeutic uses.   

These can help solve a number of problems or issues. By blocking the release of a chemical called acetylcholine.

Muscles can be relaxed for an extended period of time for a treatment that can last up to between 3-6 months.

The Anti-Wrinkle Treatment

As a cosmetic substance, its main use is a skin treatment to smooth deep and persistent facial lines such as forehead wrinkles or crow’s feet.  

This gives the appearance of a smoother, more youthful complexion by evening out the skin.

The best Anti Wrinkle Treatment

The Medical Uses

As a therapeutic substance, its reach extends further. Hyperhidrosis (excessive underarm sweating) can be controlled with Botox® injections as it blocks the chemicals that turn on sweat glands.

Botox has also been proven to reduce chronic pains. Sufferers of back, joint, and foot pain as well as those who suffer from frequent migraines have all found respite through regular Botox injections.

For those with an overactive bladder, Botox can also offer a solution to an embarrassing and often socially limiting problem.

This purified protein is also used to treat movement disorders or muscle spasms such as crossed eyes (strabismus), uncontrolled blinking (blepharospasm), and cervical dystonia (spasmodic torticollis), which is an involuntary muscle contraction in the neck that causes abnormal posture of the neck or head as well as abnormal movement in that area.

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Many thanks to the author of this blog Dr. Austin Brewer, who opened Austin Brewer Facial Aesthetics clinics doors in 2004, Austin has provided a discreet and dedicated service, from his private and specialised medical clinic here in Bournemouth and Poole.

Austin offers injectable treatments suitable for all facial aesthetic concerns. Combined with his extensive experience and artistry, the results following treatment are always of the highest standard.

We look forward to welcoming you to Austin Brewer Facial Aesthetics soon.

Book your free consultation with Austin online now or by calling directly on 07823 883 888. 

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