GALTOX
Galtox education
The action of the botulinum toxin is that it binds to the receptors for the acetylcholine neurotransmitters and blocks the release of the chemical which communicates from the nerve to the muscle. By doing so, the cleaved part of the botulinum which is known as SNAP-25 prevents the release of the acetylcholine.
When the communication between the nerve and the muscle is blocked it results in a paralytic effect of the muscle. This controlled blockage between the nerve and the muscle results in a minimization of animation in facial musculature. The result can be preventing the patient from frowning or making the “mean face”. Women who inadvertently frown can develop deep creases between their eyes. In extreme cases, this may result in a displeasing line or even a contour of the face.
Neuromodulators such as Botox, Xeomin, Daxxify, and Dysport can block this muscle activity and smooth these lines.
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In the below video, Dr. Claytor demonstrates how Botox corrects animation deformity in excessive glabellar animation. This patient received 30 units of Botox and these results are 1 week after treatment.
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Botulinum Toxin Type A: The scientific name for Botox, which is a purified form of botulinum toxin.
Neuromodulator: A substance that modifies nerve impulses. Botox is a type of neuromodulator.
Glabellar Lines: Vertical lines between the eyebrows, often referred to as “frown lines.”
Crow’s Feet: Lines that appear around the outer corners of the eyes during smiling or squinting.
Hyperhidrosis: Excessive sweating that can be treated with Botox injections.
Blepharospasm: Uncontrollable twitching or blinking of the eyelids that can be alleviated with Botox.
Reconstitution: The process of diluting the Botox powder with saline to prepare it for injection.
OnabotulinumtoxinA: The non-proprietary name for Botox.
Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, Daxxify: Other brands of botulinum toxin type A.
Unit: Measurement used to quantify Botox. Different areas require different units for effective treatment.
Injection Sites: Specific areas where Botox is injected to achieve the desired effect.
Ptosis: Drooping of the eyelid or another part of the face, sometimes a side effect of Botox.
Tolerance: The diminished response to a certain Botox formula after repeated use.
Contraindications: Conditions or factors that serve as reasons to withhold a certain medical treatment due to the harm it may cause the patient.
Prophylaxis: Action taken to prevent disease. Botox is sometimes used as prophylaxis for chronic migraines.
Retreatment: Subsequent Botox treatments after the initial one, often necessary as the effects wear off over time.
Off-label Use: Using Botox for treatments not officially approved by regulatory agencies, i.e. the Botox lip flip.
Dermal Fillers: A category of cosmetic injectables that add volume to the face, often confused with Botox but function differently.
Preventative Botox: Using Botox injections to prevent the formation of wrinkles and lines before they develop.
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Susmita A, Kolli NN, Meka S, Chakravarthi SP, Kattimani VS, Lingamaneni KP, Shaik LS. An Evaluation of Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Management of Dynamic Forehead Wrinkles – A Clinical Study. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2016 Oct;10(10):ZC127-ZC131. doi: 10.7860/JCDR/2016/21904.8695.
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