Latvia (LV) Botox® Cosmetic

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BOTOX® Cosmetic in Latvia section, includes general infrmation about BOTOX® Cosmetic Procedure, BOTOX® Cosmetic Latvia Local News, BOTOX® Cosmetic Latvia Surgeon Locator and other BOTOX® Cosmetic related material.

Latvia BOTOX® Cosmetic - The Procedure
The commercial name of a botolinum toxin is botox®. Its main action is to selectively paralyze the muscles which case wrinkles by excessive contraction.

His first use was by an American ophthalmologist to treat strabismus; later on it became common practice in neurology, plastic surgery and as a treatment for excessive sweating.

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What are Injectable Fillers?
These are substances available in Latvia(LV) used during skin procedures that help lift and sculpture the face, giving a younger look that is coveted by many. They are usually used as substitutes or replacements for natural proteins in which their levels degenerate over time. They help in filling the support structure of the skin.

Today there are two preparations available: the BOTOX, which is manufactured in USA and has FDA approval for use in plastic surgery and DISPORT which is manufactured in England. The concentration of a toxin is similar between the two and most of the surgeons agree that there is no significant difference between them. Although the FDA approval of the BOTOX makes is more popular and widely used then DISPORT.

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Latvia BOTOX® Cosmetic - Injection Locations
It can be injected to the following sites:

The glabelar muscles of the forehead, which gives an angry look.

The orbicularis oculi, which creates wrinkles around the eyes.

The frontalis, which creates the wrinkles of the forehead

Latvia botox® cosmetic - News update:
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Latvia BOTOX® Cosmetic - Procedure Length
The injection itself takes a few minutes. The surgeon uses a special syringe and injects a small amount of botox to the muscles involved. Men usually require larger amount due to larger muscles. The effect takes place after a day or two and reaches its maximal effect after 10 days. The pain involving the injection usually well tolerated by most of the patients and there is no need in local anesthetics. In selected cases a sedative drug or local anesthetics can be used.

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Latvia BOTOX® Cosmetic - Effect Duration
The duration of the effect is usually 3 month for full effect and 8 month for partial effect. Longer action cases muscle fibers to degenerate therefore it is recommended to repeat the treatment after 3-4 month. After several treatments there are longer periods of time with full effect and usually much less botox required to achieve it. Many patients enjoy even the partial effect for long periods of time. There is no permanent effect.

Planing on having botox® cosmetic procedure in Latvia?
Here is some General Information about Latvia:

Latvia Visas

For those permited for visa free entry

Citizens of many countries, including Australia, Canada, United States, Mexico, New Zealand, do not need a visa to enter Latvia for up to 90 days. (Full list of countries)
As of May 1, 2004, Latvia is a member of the European Union, so citizens of EU countries do not need a visa for 90 days in 6 month period. If you want to stay longer you will need to get a residency permit.
Health or travel insurance must be presented at border crossing points. (More Information)

If you need a visa, getting it is tricky. Visa costs are on the high side considering size of the country - 20LVL for single or 35LVL for multple entry. Applications will take 7 days to process, or can take as long as 30 days if additional information is needed. To apply, submit to the Latvian embassy or consulate:

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Latvia BOTOX® Cosmetic - Risks
The treatment proved to be relatively safe. Precautions include: know allergy to botox or albumin, muscle weakness, use of aminoglicozide antibiotics, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Common side effects include: bleeding around the injection sites, headache, flu like symptoms and local pain. Another unwanted effect is paralysis of adjacent muscles which may cause eyelid drop (usually partial), double vision and difficulty swallowing. Because only part of those muscles was paralyzed there is usually a full compensation of the remaining muscle after 2-4 weeks.

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