Clinical and Cosmetic BOTOX in Ophthalmology

BOTOX in Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologists have been using Botox to treat patients longer than any other physician. In the 1950s, scientists discovered that botulinum toxic could reduce muscle spasms. In the 1960s and 1970s, researchers studied its effect on patients with crossed eyes. In 1989, Allergan introduced Botox, the first botulinum toxin approved by the FDA to treat blepharospasms (eyelid spasms) as well as crossed eyes. Botox was used by Ophthalmologists exclusively for over a decade. But after recognizing the impact Botox had on decreasing the appearance of wrinkles, the FDA approved Botox to minimize frown lines between the brows in 2002.

Botox works by blocking signals from the nerve to the muscles. The injected muscle can no longer contract which causes wrinkles to relax and soften. When injected into the eye muscles, it reduces their movement and can be very effective in aligning the eyes. They can also be injected for eye spasms and can help with overactive blinking.

Medical BOTOX

The most common oculoplastic applications for botulinum toxin (BOTOX) include benign essential blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, hyper-functional facial rhytides, and strabismus. Treatment with BOTOX is both safe and effective; therefore, it is often used as a first-line treatment in debilitating myoclonic disorders.

Cosmetic BOTOX

Since the FDA’s approval of Botox for cosmetic purposes, Botox use has exploded. It has been found to improve not only eye issues and wrinkles but is now being used to treat severe underarm sweating and migraines. Botox is even being studied to measure its effects on treating depression. So while its uses continue to grow, Ophthalmologists will remain the physicians with the most experience.

Why should an Ophthalmologist Administer BOTOX Injections?

BOTOX® has been a part of Ophthalmology since the 1950s and continues to be a common treatment for many eye conditions. Eye Physicians have extensive knowledge of the eyes, facial structures, and facial skin and are able to administer both cosmetic and clinical applications safely. It would be true to say that Ophthalmologists possess a greater understanding of the eye and facial muscles than most other healthcare professionals.

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