Leading Eye Speciality Hospital in Mumbai-India, specialising in Laser Eye Surgery, Total Eye Care & Treatment for Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma, Cornea, Lasik, Oculoplasty

BOTOX^® is a natural purified protein that relaxes the wrinkle causing muscles, creating a smoothened rejuvenated and a more youthful appearance. It is a simple non-surgical procedure that smoothens the deep persistent facial lines, which develop over time. It is the only botulinum toxin in the world registered for the treatment of frown lines and approved by the US FDA. It is also now ratified by the Indian Drug Administration Authority.

BOTOX^®was first used to treat a common eyelid neuro-muscular disorder called benign essential blepharospasm or BEB, a neuro-muscular disorder where the eyelids involuntarily close. But, both doctors & patients soon realized that facial wrinkles disappeared in areas where BOTOX^® was injected and so started the cosmetic journey of BOTOX^®.

Today BOTOX^®is the most popular wrinkle reduction treatment in Mumbai and in India.

BOTOX^®is a very safe drug (in skilled, trained hands) which works locally and has no systemic side-effects. It is closest to the World Health Organization's descriptions of an IDEAL drug. It is used for as many as 20 indications, at present.

Our center is one of the pioneers in eye and face care in Mumbai. Our internationally trained Facial Plastic Surgeon uses not only BOTOX^®, but also a host of other surgical & non-surgical therapy, for facial cosmesis & ensuring that you look beautiful!

1. What is BOTOX^®?
A. BOTOX^®is the most popular wrinkle reduction treatment. It is a natural purified protein that relaxes the wrinkle causing muscles, creating a smoothened rejuvenated and a more youthful appearance. It is a simple non-surgical procedure that smoothens the deep persistent facial lines, which develop over time. It is the only botulinum toxin in the world registered for the treatment of frown lines and approved by the US FDA. It is also now ratified by the Indian Drug Administration Authority.

2.What is BOTOX^® used for at Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital?
A. At Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital in Mumbai, BOTOX^® injection is used for the following:

Treatment of wrinkles & facial fine lines
Getting an aesthetic brow shape
Facial Contouring (Masseter reduction to convert round/ square shaped faces to perfect oval ones)
Treatment for excessive eyelid blinking (Benign Essential Blepharospasm)
Treatment for facial twitching (Hemifacial Spasm)
Treatment of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
Treatment of migraine (headaches)

3. Do patients experience any side effects?
A. The most common side effects are temporary, including soreness or mild bruising, which can be easily covered with makeup. There could be mild tenderness on chewing hard foods in the first few weeks. Chewing and swallowing food are not affected. Botulinum Toxin Type A is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding or for patients with a neuromuscular disease.

4. What ages can BOTOX^® cosmetic treat?
A. BOTOX^® Cosmetic can be used to treat all adult patients up to 65 years of age.

5. How long will the effects last?
A. As every patient is different from the other, it depends entirely on the individual, but a single treatment of BOTOX^® will normally last for approximately 4-6 months and eventually there is a gradual fading of its effect. At this point it is advisable to return to the doctor to continue treatment.

6. In a traditional society like India, where looks were never accorded much importance, are there people bothered by cosmesis?
A. India is changing rapidly. In fact, we do not see too many differences between patients in Mumbai and in the United States. Cosmesis, like we said, is NOT about looking beautiful, it is about looking presentable and the best that we can be. it is about improving and maintaining self-esteem and confidence.

7. Can BOTOX be administered by anyone?
A. Administering BOTOX requires precise understanding of facial musculature; not only for best results but also for preventing associated complications. It is best administered by a professional trained specifically to look at facial musculature dynamics.

8. Is there an advantage of having a trained Facial Plastic Surgeon administer BOTOX?
A. BOTOX is NOT the panacea of all wrinkles and ageing cure and every wrinkle may not be suspectable to BOTOX. A trained Facial Plastic Surgeon knows where BOTOX can be used and does not have to rely solely on BOTOX for treatment, as there are other tools in the armamentarium. Other specialists may not have this advantage.

9. Is Botox safe?

A. Botox has been used worldwide for more than 20 years, with predictable results. Long term studies have shown absolutely no side effects, leading Botox to be considered as one of the safest drugs known to mankind.

Nowadays, folks in the United States are getting Botox therapy even while buying shoes!
DNA Mumbai, Dec 19 2006

NOTE :- BOTOX^® is not the panacea of all cures; Please contact Our Facial Plastic Surgeon at our center in Mumbai for information on whether you could benefit from BOTOX ^®If you cannot benefit from BOTOX^®; you may still benefit from the other skill sets our Facial Plastic Surgeon possesses!!

For more details you can Email at oculoplasty@adityajyot.org