The Misconceptions Of Botox

Emirates Woman talks to Dr. Khan at Nova Clinic to get the low-down on Botox

Botox is the most commonly used non-surgical procedure, with four million people going under the needle every year as they seek to look and feel more youthful. The black comedy Death Becomes Her is now not just Hollywood fiction; Botox has become a common part of any beauty regime.

The first time Botox was used was in the realm of “40 years ago,” says Dr Khan. “We have a long track record of how Botox was being used and whether or not it was safe,” he says. “Back then people had ticks and spasms (as they might do now). However, then there was nothing to treat these spasms. Anything that involves an involuntary spasm, including migraines and diaphoresis (excessive sweating of the glands), could be treated with Botox as it works as a muscle relaxant.”