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By Dr Eleonora Fedonenko / In / Published on: October 29, 2013 / Last updated on: October 29, 2013

BOTOX – Not Just for Wrinkles Anymore

While opening the door for so many other non-invasive anti-aging treatments, BOTOX remains the country’s most popular cosmetic procedure with an estimated $1.3 Billion in sales, annually.

But that’s just the beginning for this revolutionary drug. As one of the most studied and researched drugs in modern medicine, there have been a slew of additional uses for BOTOX, since 2002. Among the most prevalent medical, rather than beauty, uses are for severe Migraine headaches (FDA-approved in 2010 for people suffering 15 days, or more, a month), excessive sweating, bladder control, swallowing and chewing difficulties, muscle spasms and some stroke-related symptoms, as well.

However, today, there have been more cosmetic applications of BOTOX that are rapidly gaining in popularity and offering even more possibilities for BOTOX LOS ANGELES, BOTOX BEVERLY HILLS and BOTOX around the world! Here is an update on a few of them.

For over ten years, BOTOX has been used for the frown lines, between the eyebrows. But, as of September, 2013, the FDA has approved the drug to remove the “crow’s feet” at the corner of your eyes. Caused by squinting, frowning or heredity, these tiny lines have been the source of adding years to an otherwise clear appearance. Often combining treatment of the brow frown lines along with the “crow’s feet,” the eye area can be dramatically smoother and more youthful-looking quickly, relatively pain-free and most affordably.

Surprisingly, “gummy” smile is not a result of gums that are too large or teeth that are too small. Often it’s because facial muscles are too tight and lift the top lip too high. Injections along the lip line will help correct this effect.

At last report, Allergan, the company that produces BOTOX, had more than 90 patent-pending uses awaiting approval by the FDA. And more are added on a regular basis.

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After completing her medical training, Dr. Fedonenko sought a way to combine her desire for artistic creativity with the highly analytical skills she mastered in medical school. She obtained additional training in aesthetic medicine procedures soon thereafter, and the results of her extensive training and experience show in each and every patient’s face. She’s a doctor that can truly be entrusted with your skin care and anti-aging needs.
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Meet Dr. Fedonenko

A doctor that
can truly be
entrusted with
your skin care
and anti-aging
needs
A doctor that can truly be entrusted with your skin care and anti aging needs

Meet Dr. Fedonenko

A doctor that
can truly be
entrusted with
your skin care
and anti-aging
needs
A doctor that can truly be entrusted with your skin care and anti aging needs

Meet Dr. Fedonenko

The Medical Director of Your Laser Skin Care Center is Dr. Ella Fedonenko, and she has more than mastered both the cosmetic techniques and the creativity. Dr. Fedonenko is a member of the American College of Physicians and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. She completed her Residency at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1998 and since then has specialized in Cosmetic Dermatology.
After completing her medical training, Dr. Fedonenko sought a way to combine her desire for artistic creativity with the highly analytical skills she mastered in medical school. She obtained additional training in aesthetic medicine procedures soon thereafter, and the results of her extensive training and experience show in each and every patient’s face. She’s a doctor that can truly be entrusted with your skin care and anti-aging needs.
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12 thoughts on “BOTOX – Not Just for Wrinkles Anymore”

  1. Yes, Ella you are right. BOTOX® Cosmetic is an FDA approved treatment. It is a widely used and popular injectable treatment both men and women nowadays. It is non-surgical treatment to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Thanks for post.

  2. Botox has been developed over the years as both a medical and cosmetic non-invasive technique for correcting flaws in the face and body. Specifically, it works on muscles, rather than tissue, and effectively relaxes them, albeit temporarily.

  3. Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin are all used to counter wrinkles. They're a purified form of botulinum toxin A, meaning there's no botulism risk when used properly. They work by blocking the nerves that contract muscles, softening the appearance of wrinkles. Botox injections for face lifts have very few side effects and those that can occur, such as redness, minor swelling and soreness, are usually temporary and disappear within a few days.

  4. Normally treatment takes about 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the are of treatment. After treatment immediately you can do your normal activities.

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  6. Getting in to the detail of what is Botox used for, and how it works, this toxin is used to obstruct the signals that pass through the muscles and the nerves. This blocks the movement of the muscle as it controls the contracting of the muscle, making to more relaxed and smooth. This helps the wrinkles and fine line to vanish quickly. This toxin can also be used for the fine lines on the forehead, around the eye and mouth.

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