Fact:
Botox has been used therapeutically for 17 years. The same formulation received FDA approval in 2002 for treatment of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows. It has also recently been approved for treatment of migraine headaches. It is used off label for wrinkles on the forehead, around the eyes, on the nose, and around the mouth as well as treatment for excessive sweating in the palms and underarms.
Myth: There are creams that work better than Botox.
Fact:
Topical creams work on the surface of the face. Botox works on the the muscles under the skin which cause the deeper wrinkles to form. Once the muscles relax, the skin overlying it can smooth out. When used in combination with creams such as Obagi Elastiderm, better results are seen because treatment is directed at both the superficial and deep wrinkles.
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