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Are you one of the 3.2 million Americans who live with chronic migraines? Are you tired of trying methods that aren’t working? Well Botox might be the answer to your problems.

What is Botox?

Botox is a well-known cosmetic procedure, most commonly used for reducing facial wrinkles. Botox refers to the brand name of a neurotoxin called botulinum toxin. Despite the complicated sounding name, the diluted form of botulinum toxin in Botox isn’t dangerous. It is administered through injections and allows the affected muscles to relax which reduces or removes wrinkles for up to three to four months.

Botulinum toxin injections have been among the most popular cosmetic procedure since 2000 and continue to increase in popularity. Botox is widely known as a cosmetic procedure but not very many people know that it was originally used as a medical treatment for an eye condition called strabismus. In the 1990s, Dr. Jean Carruthers quickly learned that Botox could be used to treat other medical conditions like face and neck spasms. Today, Botox is used for much more than just reducing wrinkles. Botox is being used to treat chronic pain, chronic migraines, excess sweating and depression. It is effective in most people because it prevents muscle contractions and spasms.

Botox has an older history than most people know. It gained FDA approval in 2002 as a cosmetic treatment, however Botox has been around for much longer than that. Botox is one of the safest and most researched products available on the market.

Botox the Right Way

Even though Botox is safe and well understood, choosing the right person to administer your treatment is essential in achieving the best possible results, especially if you need Botox for medical purposes. Botox must be applied carefully and precisely in order to target just the right muscles while still achieving a natural look, so patients should seek out a licensed and board certified plastic surgeon with ample experience administering Botox treatments.

Dr. William J. Binder is one of the world’s leading experts on Botox and, in fact, was the plastic surgeon who discovered the product’s applications for treating migraines. He is based out of Los Angeles but, due to his expertise and experience, patients from around the country and even the world come to receive treatment from him.

What is a Chronic Migraine?

Chronic migraines are a neurological condition that cause 15 or more headache days a month. Each headache lasts 4 hours or more. They can vary from mild to severe but overall are uncomfortable and unpleasant to deal with. Symptoms include the following:

• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Sensitivity to light and sound
• Change in vision
• Change in sensations and speech

People with chronic migraines experience these symptoms at least 8 days a month, every month.

How does Botox for Migraine Relief Work?

Botox for migraine injections are typically administered once every three months. The exact length of your treatments will be determined by your doctor depending on your needs and response to the Botox. A session to inject Botox is quick and only takes about 15 minutes to complete. The injections go into specific points along the bridge of your nose, your temples, your forehead, the back of your head, back of your neck, and upper back.

Botox treatments can help reduce the symptoms of migraines. This includes nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to lights, sounds, and smells. After receiving Botox injections, it can take up to 10 to 14 days in order to start feeling the benefits of Botox.

Treatment

Dr. Binder is extensively published and is board certified by both the American Board of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. If you want your Botox treatments from one of the world’s leading plastic surgeons and experts in Botox, contact Dr. Binder’s office today to schedule your consultation.