Botilinum Toxin (Botox)
Botox is the brand name of the drug whose active ingredient is botulinum toxin. This toxin is obtained from a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum in a laboratory environment and has been used frequently in facial aesthetics for cosmetic purposes since 1981, and after obtaining the necessary permissions from the FDA (American Food and Drug Administration) in 1989 to be used for aesthetic purposes. Its mechanism of action is by blocking mediators released from nerve endings and temporarily stopping nerve conduction.
Clinical and cosmetic uses of Botox in ophthalmology;
Blepharospasm (involuntary contractions around the eyes)
Hemifacial spasm (involuntary facial contractions)
Strabismus
eyelid retraction
spastic entropion
Lacrimal hypersecretion (excessive eye watering)
Protective ptosis
Lines around the eyes = Crow's feet
forehead lines
Lines between the eyebrows
Eyebrow lifting and shaping
Botox application is done by microinjection. It has a 10-minute treatment time. Its effect occurs after 3-15 days. The effectiveness of the treatment may continue for 4-6 months. The effectiveness period may be extended with repeated applications. It does not cause discomfort or pain. Massage is not applied to the injection area. Daily life can be continued after the application. Rarely, temporary redness and bruising may occur.
