5 Things You Might Not Have Known About Botox
We all know what Botox is primarily known for, their ability to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. But did you know there are more benefits to Botox than meets the eye? Here are 5 reasons you might want to try it out.
Depression: Our emotions go hand-in-hand with our facial expressions. Research suggests that Botox can interrupt feedback from facial muscles to the brain. So naturally, relaxing the facial muscles disrupts the connection and alleviates negativity.
Sweating: Botox works by blocking the nerves responsible for activating your sweat glands. When your body temperature rises, your nervous system activates your sweat glands (which in turn cools the body). Injecting Botox directly into your problem area can essentially paralyze overactive nerves.
Migraines & Chronic Pain: In 2013, the FDA approved Botox as a treatment for migraines. Botox works for migraine headaches because it blocks chemicals called neurotransmitters that carry pain signals from your brain. Botox is like a roadblock in that pathway, stopping the chemicals before they get to the nerve endings around your head and neck. The same goes for chronic pain in other areas of your body, as Botox can block signals that cause muscle tightening.
Overactive Bladder: In the case of an overactive bladder, your doctor may recommend different types of treatments that work by calming the nerves and muscles around it. If these don’t work, Botox can be prescribed. This method works by calming the nerves that usually overstimulate your bladder muscles and lead to an urgent feeling of needing to urinate.
Teeth Grinding: Botox works as a relaxant, allowing tissue to function correctly and easing the affected area. Issues such as neck and facial spasms that often result in teeth grinding can be alleviated by using Botox.
Do any of these issues resonate with you? If so, it can’t hurt to ask your doctor if Botox is an option.
