Purtox is an injectable dermal filler, which contains botulinum toxin type A. It is used to smoothe wrinkle lines on various sections of the body. Despite not having received approval from the FDA, Purtox is widely used. Purtox restricts muscle movement in the injected area, targeting specific muscles.
The entire procedure lasts for about 10 to 20 minutes and blocks nerve signals to specific muscles, which are contracted during particular facial expressions. Once the nerve signals are blocked, these muscles do not contract, resulting in the removal of lines and folds in the injected area. Repeat treatments are required to sustain results.
Purtox contains a refined form of botulinum toxin A, similar to Botox, but it is a purer form of the latter. There are several reasons that make it a better choice when compared with other fillers, as well as procedures.
1. Faster Results
Botox has been the fastest way to get rid of wrinkle lines. When compared to Botox, Purtox goes a step ahead and displays results instantly. A hybrid of Botox, Purtox's purer botulinum toxin A content leads to swifter implementation and faster results. The results, like in the case of Botox, keep improving over time and within weeks following the treatment you will see further improvement as crow's feet and frown lines visibly diminish.
2. Longer Lasting Results
Botox has the capability to maintain wrinkle-free results for 3 to 5 months after treatment. Its purer cousin can give you longer protection from signs of aging, primarily due to the quality of the botulinum toxin A.
3. More Natural Results
Along with instant results, Purtox is also capable of producing a better quality of outcome as compared to other procedures, including Botox. Purtox naturally treats a wider area as compared to other procedures, ensuring that there is a spread out effect of the filler on the target area. The end result with Purtox also offers a natural appearance and feel, as compared to other dermal fillers.
You will be able to see visible results immediately. It is important to note that Purtox is not effective against wrinkle lines or other facial lines which have not been created by consistent facial expressions. Purtox is also similar to Dysport, another botulinum toxin A dermal filler.
Purtox is aimed at being a competitor to Botox, and is manufactured by Mentor Corporation. Awaiting an expected FDA approval in 2010, Purtox has been said to be better when compared to all dermal fillers as well as other noninvasive techniques to remove wrinkle lines. Purtox is dubbed as the replacement for Botox, even though the areas that it influences may be restricted to expression-related wrinkle lines only.
With a treatment pattern expected to be similar to Botox, Purtox will carry all the benefits of Botox along with some added incentives for you. Discuss any concerns with your doctor.