Surprising Places to Inject Botox

By Siperstein Dermatology Group

Botox is a brand name for Botulinum toxin type A, a neurotoxin that the medical and cosmetic industries use small doses for therapeutic and aesthetic purposes. Because moving the muscles of the face causes wrinkles, Botox injections can prevent a muscle from moving for a limited time. Most people are familiar with the most common areas that we inject with botox, such as the “11’s”, forehead, and smile lines around the eyes. However, there are many other areas of the face that can benefit from botox injections.

The Chin: Bone and tissue loss that come with age contribute to wrinkling and dimpling of the chin skin. Botox is used to freeze muscles in the chin to smooth wrinkles, giving a softer more prominent appearance of the chin.

Eyebrows: Eyebrows can droop with age, pulling the upper eyelids down and causing a tired look. A small amount of Botox can be injected above the lateral aspect of the eyebrows to lift droopy brows.

Upper lip: Botox can be injected into the upper vermillion border, which is called a “lip flip”. This treatment helps to smooth wrinkles above the lip and create fuller looking lips without dermal fillers.

It is important to have a board-certified, skilled medical professional administer Botox injections. Siperstein Dermatology Group is happy to offer cosmetic consultations to help you decide which treatment may be best for you.

Neighborhood News Contest Winner… You Could Be Next!

Congratulations to last month’s winner, Sandra Lautenschlager from Winston Trails, who found the NN sun graphic in the “Veracruz Mexican Restaurant” ad and won (2) tickets to Movies of Lake Worth / Delray and Dinner for 2 at Texas Roadhouse!

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August 7 is Lighthouse Day

Lighthouses, with their towering structures and beaming lights, have served as guiding beacons for centuries, ensuring the safe passage of ships and guarding lives at sea. Ancient lighthouses were often nothing more than fires built on platforms or hills, but they proved so important for navigation that they soon became dramatic structures.

One of the first famous towers was the Pharos of Alexandria. Constructed around 280 B.C. in Egypt, it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The lighthouse was more than 500 feet tall. Damaged by repeated earthquakes, it had collapsed entirely by 1323 A.D. Its remains were found in the Mediterranean in 1968.

Over time, lighthouse technology evolved. During the medieval period, stone-tower lighthouses began to dot coastlines across Europe. The development of more advanced lighting systems, such as the Fresnel lens in the 19th century, revolutionized lighthouse illumination and extended their range.

In the modern era, advancements in navigation technology have transformed the role of lighthouses. Global Positioning System (GPS) and electronic navigational aids have reduced reliance on visual markers, leading to the decommissioning of many traditional lighthouses. However, these structures continue to serve as historical landmarks and tourist attractions.

Heroics at Cape Disappointment

In February 2023, Coast Guard station Cape Disappointment in Oregon got a mayday call from a mariner who was in trouble on a day meant for trouble.

The wind was howling, waves rolling over 20 feet high, and a 35-foot fishing boat was taking on water at the mouth of the Columbia River sand bar -popularly known as the Graveyard of the Pacific, one of the most dangerous crossings in the world.

Nearby, a Jayhawk helicopter crew at the Coast Guard rescue school was conducting training exercises and responded, lowering swimmer John "Branch" Walton into the high seas. Stunning video on Youtube shows Walton swimming toward the boat seconds before a massive wave flips the large boat over like a toy, throwing the mariner overboard. Walton, though dragged under the water himself, nonetheless managed to reach the mariner and both were eventually safely lifted up to the helicopter, according to The New York Times.

A few hours later, Walton officially graduated from his training. The story had a rather strange twist, however. The mariner, who had a history of criminal and erratic behavior, had actually stolen the boat earlier that week. He was subsequently arrested.

Excessive Sweat is the Pits

Sweating is our body's central air conditioning system, a normal and necessary response that regulates our core temperature and maintains our body's equilibrium. But there can always be too much of a good thing, and sometimes that excessive sweat is a red flag that you shouldn't ignore.

Excessive sweating is common for people who have infections, take medications (such as certain antidepressants) or are going through hormonal changes like menopause. Another cause is hyperhidrosis, which can affect the hands, feet, underarms, and face, sometimes without any obvious trigger, like heat. Heavy sweating can also be a warning sign. Seek medical attention right away if your excessive sweating is accompanied by pain in the chest, throat, jaw, arms, or shoulders; or if you have cold skin and a rapid pulse.

Your physician may also be able to help with excessive sweating when antiperspirant and wicking clothing aren't enough. A variety of medical treatments are available for excessive sweating and hyperhidrosis, such as prescriptionstrength antiperspirants or Iontophoresis treatments, which block sweat glands with an electrical current. Botox injections can also temporarily deactivate sweat glands, and miraDry treatments can target and destroy sweat glands.

Health insurance does not always cover treatment for excessive sweating, so check your benefits and budget accordingly. In some extreme cases, especially excessive sweating in the hands, a minor surgery can provide immediate relief.