How Does Botox Work? It works by blocking the release of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which is responsible for activating sweat glands. By injecting Botox into specific areas with overactive sweat glands, the signals from the nerves are inhibited, reducing sweating in those regions. Botox Procedures Consultation. Meet with a qualified medical professional, …
Did you know? Botulinum toxin is probably most notable in medical history because it was the first microbial injection used to treat disease. Injecting bacterial products into the human body was a novel invention. Botox, derived from botulinum toxin, was originally intended for people with strabismus (crossed eyes) during the 70s. Several years later, …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Skincare, why start young? I will tell you why. One of the most common things I hear from people who come into our office and see me is, “You are so young, I wish I would’ve started that early!” Which, yes, I am definitely younger than the main demographic of …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM What is the beauty dictionary lip chart trend? I was wondering that myself when I had multiple clients here in Austin mention it to me when they came in for their lip filler recently. What I discovered is that the lip chart TikTok trend involves taking a picture of …
By Tara Bertoldo NP with Natalie Ledbetter DAcOM It’s unbelievable to think that a toxin produced by bacteria (Botox), then injected into faces makes millions of people happy. “What?” you might say. The ultimate point of these treatments, yes, is your happiness. How? Botox can make your eyes look more open. You look refreshed. …