botox

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1. botox - Noun

2. botox - Verb

3. Botox - Proper noun

Meaning

a neurotoxin (trade name Botox) that is used clinically in small quantities to treat strabismus and facial spasms and other neurological disorders characterized by abnormal muscle contractions; is also used by cosmetic surgeons to smooth frown lines temporarily

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A clinical trial is underway testing Botox for people with depression. Source: Internet

Chronic migraine Onabotulinumtoxin A (trade name Botox) received FDA approval for treatment of chronic migraines on October 15, 2010. Source: Internet

Botox cosmetic providers include dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aesthetic spa physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, nurses and physician assistants. Source: Internet

Diogo, who specialises in cosmetic procedures such as Botox and facial fillers, said: “Today is one of the happiest days of my life, as I’m with the people I love the most in this life, celebrating what could be a tragedy, but I made it a comedy.” Source: Internet

Headline news: Botox injections don't just banish your. Source: Internet

Cosmetic surgeon Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh, questions why the UK is the only European country not to have laws preventing non-medically trained practitioners — such as beauticians and hairdressers — from injecting Botox and fillers. Source: Internet

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