VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwire - Jan 15, 2013) - At her Vancouver skin care practice, Dr. Shehla Ebrahim offers BOTOX® injections to effectively treat a number of issues her patients wish to relieve. According to Dr. Ebrahim, BOTOX® injections are very safe, and about 29 million injections have been performed worldwide since their introduction into medicine. Similar to their global trend, she adds that BOTOX® injections are one of the most popular procedures at her practice, a statistic she believes can be attributed to the treatment's versatility.
When professionally administered, BOTOX® injections block the body's release of a natural chemical called acetylcholine, often causing muscles to weaken and relax. The injectable was first used for medical purposes to help treat cerebral palsy, cervical dystonias, strabismus, and blepharospasm, says Dr. Ebrahim. BOTOX® injections have since been approved to treat a variety of issues, including:
- Facial lines and wrinkles
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Migraines
- Stress incontinence
Concerning facial rejuvenation, Dr. Ebrahim says BOTOX® Cosmetic (the specific form of BOTOX® injections used for cosmetic purposes) is the most effective, single procedure available for reducing or eliminating facial lines and wrinkles. Although some prospective patients can be concerned that BOTOX® Cosmetic will produce a "frozen," unnatural look, the Vancouver skin care specialist says qualified skin care professionals have the experience necessary to determine the proper injection amounts for each individual in order to produce the most aesthetic, natural-looking results.
In regards to medical uses, Dr. Ebrahim says BOTOX® injections are perhaps most popular for treating hyperhidrosis. She says excessive sweating can typically be alleviated for about seven months with BOTOX® injections, but the treatment should be repeated on an interval basis for continuous results. Similarly, injections administered to treat migraines generally reduce symptoms for three to four months and should also be repeated periodically for optimal results.
Whether used for cosmetic or medical purposes, Dr. Ebrahim says BOTOX® injections are both safe and effective: "Safety is not a concern for BOTOX® injections as we have 3,000 studies to support its safety and efficacy both for medical and cosmetic uses." She adds that when considering BOTOX® injections -- or any other skin care treatment such as dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, or Ultherapy -- patients should always consult with a qualified skin care specialist to ensure they receive the safest, most ethical treatment.
About Dr. Shehla Ebrahim
A graduate of the University of Cardiff in Wales, Dr. Shehla Ebrahim is the medical director of Afterglow Medical Aesthetics & Skin Care. The recipient of a number of prestigious medical accolades, Dr. Ebrahim is also a certificant of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians of Canada. She is devoted to serving Vancouver and its surrounding communities with the highest level of skin care available.
Dr. Ebrahim is available for interview upon request.
Contact Information:
Afterglow Medical Aesthetics & Skin Care
104-2609 Westview Drive
North Vancouver, BC V7N 4M2
(604) 998-1594
(858) 200-0044
www.rosemontmedia.com
