subject: Dermal Fillers: Not Just For Wrinkles [print this page] Dermal filler is the trade name for a substance called for Botulinum Type-A Toxin. Most people think that this drug is only useful for getting rid of wrinkles, but there are many less commonly known applications, as well. Here are 7 alternate uses for Botulinum Type-A Toxin:
1) Excessive underarm sweating can be alleviated by injecting dermal fillers into the sweat glands which causes the extreme perspiration problem to be curtailed. Not only are large wet rings of sweat unattractive to look at, they're actually bad for one's health, as well. Excessive perspiration is also referred to as hyperhidrosis in the medical community. Hyperhidrosis can lead to dehydration and painful skin rashes.
2) Recent studies have linked Botulinum Type-A Toxin to the clearing away of adult acne. Adult acne is a different animal than the blemishes and breakouts of adolescence. It is hard to treat with traditional methods but has shown promising results with the injection.
3) This medication has also been deemed helpful in controlling the spasms of Cerebral Palsy and Multiple Sclerosis. The muscle contractions associated with both of these diseases can be quite painful yet can be relaxed with the miracle drug's use.
4) An overactive bladder can be another embarrassing and inconvenient problem. The muscles surrounding the area can be relaxed which can alleviate the constant need for urination.
5) TMJ/TMD is a painful condition of the jaw and neck regions which is caused by excessive clenching and tension. By relaxing these muscles, the tenseness lightens up and pain recedes.
6) Migraine headaches can be debilitating. These severe headaches can cause a person to become incapacitated and to miss valuable work-time. One cause of intense migraine pain is constricting muscles in the region, which can be relaxed and loosened by our friend, dermal filler.
7) Look younger for reasons other than wrinkle alleviation! Did you know that temporary neck lifts and breast lifts can be achieved by injecting Botulinum Type-A Toxin into opposing muscle groups in the neck region (for the neck lift) or back region (for the breast lift)? Will miracles never cease?
The effects of dermal filler are temporary, so treatments must be repeated at intervals specified by the physician. The amount, number of repetitions and spacing between treatments are all dependent on individual needs and applications. If a patient is interested in trying any of these alternatives, they should make an appointment with their physician to determine if this would be the proper course of action for their malady.
