Botox : – It is the use of purified botulinum toxin for treatment. It is a wonder drug of the last decade combating cutaneous signs of aging and hyperhidrosis through cosmetic denervation. It acts by causing chemodenervation and inhibits transmission of nerve impulses and relaxes the muscle.

Common indications include frown lines, crow’s feet, neckfolds, forehead lines and excessive sweating.

It is a relatively painless, non surgical procedure which involves injection of botox using a fine needle into the desired muscle. The process takes around ten minutes and the antiwrinkling effect sets in 4-5 days later. The antiwrinkling effects last for around 3-4 months and is not permanent.Rare side effects include bruising, drooping of eyelids and transient headaches.