Grinza is the International Journal of Wrinkles. http://www.grinza.com Sun, 22 Dec 2013 06:47:45 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.grinza.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://www.grinza.com Grinza is the International Journal of Wrinkles. http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207131227/Latest/Botox-can-be-used-to-treat-urinary-incontinence.html In a recent report from The Daily Telegraph, it was said that Botox injections could help women who were suffering from urinary incontinence. Based on research, the anti-wrinkle drug can be injected into the wall of the bladder to alleviate overactive bladder syndrome, which is one of the primary causes of urinary incontinence. The newspaper based its report in findings from a UK medical trial that experimented on the paralyzing effects of Botox. The results indicate that Botox improved certain symptoms of urinary incontinence, such as frequent toilet use, urgent need to urinate, and leakage. The trial was tested on 240 women, who had received prior medical treatments for their condition but no improvements were found. Researchers say that the women that received Botox reported significantly less symptoms of overactive bladder syndrome. However, some of them became prone to urinary tract infection. Based on the results, Botox can be an effective treatment for urinary incontinence. However, more research needs to be performed to ensure the safety of the treatment. Also, patients are recommended to try different treatment options before resorting to Botox. News - Latest Fri, 13 Jul 2012 08:00:57 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207131226/Latest/The-rise-of-the-Botox-bride-in-India.html These days, women no longer relegate themselves to being housewives. Females are looking for ways to establish their careers, putting marriage among their lower priorities. Recent statistics indicate that more and more women are settling down at ages 30 and up. And when the big day comes, they rely on Botox to keep them looking youthful. In India, research indicates that more than 60% of girls in the city aren�t in a rush to get married. Of that segment, nearly 50% get Botox treatments during their big day. Experts believe that women are very conscious of their skin and age, and it results in bridal Botox treatments. Since there are potential side effects, most brides go for a trial injection months before the wedding date. Apart from improving facial complexion, brides also use Botox to treat excessive underarm sweating�a condition that can be very embarrassing during the wedding day. As such, it is the second most popular Botox treatment for brides. In addition to that, Botox is also used to close facial pores. Open pores can make a bride look tired and restless�something that will be seen in the pictures. According to experts, brides can select from a wide variety of treatments. The only advantage to Botox is its quick results. It�s an established anti-wrinkle treatment that can be trusted. However, there are still potential side effects. Interested brides are recommended to get consultations from professionals before undergoing the treatment. There are also new ways to lessen the bruising, which can be caused by Botox. Source: Times of India News - Latest Fri, 13 Jul 2012 07:39:10 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207121225/Latest/California-legislature-cracks-down-on-illegal-Botox-practices.html In California, a new legislation is being proposed that will increase the penalties for illegally owning and operating medical spas. In some cases, medical spas illegally administer treatments, like Botox, without the supervision of qualified personnel. Medical spas offer a wide variety of popular treatments, including Botox and laser hair removal. While these treatments are considered medical, in some spas they�re being administered by non-qualified personnel. According to California Law, medical businesses need to be owned (or owned in majority) by a physician. �Alternative patient treatment sites, often called 'medi-spas,' have and continue to be a major and often misleading presence in the medical cosmetic skin care field,� said Assemblywoman Wilmer Amina Carter. �While the demand for cosmetic procedures is on the rise, the risk to patients resulting from inadequate supervision is unacceptable.� Last April, the bill was approved by the state Assembly. It is currently awaiting approval from Governor Jerry Brown. Source: abc7 News - Latest Thu, 12 Jul 2012 03:29:39 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207121224/Latest/No-more-Botox-prescriptions-over-the-phone.html The UK�s General Medical Council is banning doctors from prescribing anti-aging drugs, including Botox, over the phone unless they have met the patient previously. Botox is a very dangerous drug in the hands of an unqualified individual. It needs to be applied correctly in order to be safe and effective. The GMC says that doctors need to have one face-to-face meeting with a patient before he/she can prescribe anti-aging drugs via telephone. �There are good reasons why these are prescription-only medicines and we believe doctors should assess any patient in person before issuing a prescription of this kind,� commented Niall Dickson, chief executive of GMC. Botox is commonly used to eliminate the appearance of wrinkles and age lines on a person�s face. It can also be used for other medical conditions, including excessive sweating and upper limb spasticity. Apart from doctors, nurses can also apply Botox. People who are interested in getting Botox are recommended to seek professional consultations before booking the treatment. These new rules on anti-aging prescriptions are set to be published sometime this week. Source: Private Healthcare UK News - Latest Thu, 12 Jul 2012 03:08:32 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207101223/Latest/Botox-bruising-can-be-avoided.html Anti-wrinkle injections, like Botox and Dysport, are great ways to eliminate wrinkles. However, some side effects are normal, like bruising. Remember what happened to Kim Kardashian when she got Botox injections for her 30th birthday? Fortunately, there are new precautionary treatments that one can undertake to minimize bruising. According to experts, there are certain medications that can increase the chances of bruising. These medications need to be avoided 10 days prior to the treatment. In name, these medications include: aspirin, Advil, Aleve, and Tylenol. Select supplements can also have the same effect. Days prior to a treatment, Dysport and Botox patients are advised to avoid ginseng, omega-3, and vitamin E. Some experts even recommend avoiding green tea. Professionals also say that drinking wine one day prior to an anti-wrinkle injection is inadvisable. Conversely, there are supplements that can be taken to minimize bruising. These medications include: arnica and bromelain. Source: TheMiamiHerald News - Latest Tue, 10 Jul 2012 03:43:26 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207031222/Latest/Donatella-Versace-on-Botox-and-life.html Fashion icon Donatella Versace recently sat down with WWD and The Telegraph to discuss her latest runway show, Botox, and food. The 57-year-old Italian fashion designer said that her brother (Gianni Versace) would�ve loved her upcoming collection for its courage and uniqueness. When asked how she manages to keep a youthful complexion, Versace admitted to taking Botox injections. But she only uses it on her face and not on her body, which according to the Italian beauty is the result of hard work. She also told reporters about her long-standing friendship with Miuccia Prada. Versace described a relationship that was built on honesty, humor, and paninis. At her age, Versace is still as bubbly as ever and it�s reflected not just in her disposition, but also her clothing line. News - Latest Tue, 03 Jul 2012 02:07:58 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201207021221/Latest/New-study-indicates-Botox-can-be-used-to-treat-multiple-sclerosis.html In the past, Botox was strictly known as a cosmetic drug. These days, however, the anti-wrinkle toxin is used as a treatment for various medical conditions, including chronic migraines, urinary incontinence, and even teeth-grinding. Now, you can add multiple sclerosis to that list. A study from The Royal Melbourne Hospital suggests that Botox can be used to reduce a patient�s upper limb shaking. The muscle-relaxing injectable was tested on 23 patients suffering from multiple sclerosis. Based on the results, all the patients experienced a 40% reduction in the severity of their shakes and tremors. Neurologist Anneke Van Der Walt, the lead researcher, said that most of the patients demonstrated improvements in their writing and drawing abilities�indicating significant improvements compared to their conditions prior to the trials. All in all, Dr. Van Der Walt said that the patients recorded noticeable improvements in their everyday activities. News - Latest Mon, 02 Jul 2012 10:47:08 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206291220/Latest/The-difference-between-Botox-and-dermal-fillers.html Botox injections and dermal fillers are popular ways to preserve youthful, wrinkle-free complexion without the discomfort and danger of plastic surgery. Both treatments result in fuller and smoother complexions. However, the product more suited for you depends on numerous factors. Before opting for one of these treatments, you need to consult a trusted cosmetic specialist. Regarding popularity, Botox is the more popular of the two treatments. This anti-wrinkle injection disrupts nerve signals that cause facial muscles to contract�which results in the elimination of wrinkles without compromising facial movements. The injections can be administered in less than ten minutes, but the results can last for up to four months. Dermal fillers, on the other hand, can boost collagen production and restore valuable acids. This significantly reduces wrinkles, as well as age lines resulting in a more youthful complexion. Compared to Botox, the results of dermal fillers last longer�they can last anywhere between 6-12 months. Again, the application of Botox or dermal fillers is a case-to-case basis. For some, Botox is better, while others have a more natural connection with dermal fillers. The best way to find out what works for you is to consult a qualified cosmetic surgeon. News - Latest Fri, 29 Jun 2012 03:14:34 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206281219/Latest/NICE-gives-final-guidelines-for-migraine-Botox-treatments.html UK�s National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence has given a go signal to Allergan�s Botox for selected medical applications. According to NICE�s final guidelines, Botox can now be used to prevent prophylaxis and treat chronic migraines with certain prerequisites. Sources say that the approval is a step forward, especially for chronic migraine sufferers. The Botox treatment option will be a big help for these people. �On behalf of BASH, I welcome the decision by NICE to agree that this potentially life changing treatment can now be offered within the NHS,� explained Dr. Fayyaz Ahmed, chairman of the British Associations for the Study of Headache. �However, currently access to BOTOX� as a treatment option for eligible patients with chronic migraine is patchy across the country and I am hopeful that this Final Guidance will speed up commissioning of services.� Chronic migraine is a debilitating condition. In the UK, studies estimate that more than 700,000 people suffer from it. Of that number, only 20% are receiving proper and effective treatments. News - Latest Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:47:47 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206271218/Latest/Tom-Cruise-picks-bird-poop-over-Botox.html In the past, it has been reported that Tom Cruise does not like Botox�making many wonder how he manages to look youthful and healthy on screen and on the red carpet. But his secret may have been already revealed: bird poop. Gossip columns suggest that the 49-year-old actor uses an expensive treatment comprised of nightingale excrement, rice bran, and water. According to reports, this is the reason behind Cruise�s unbelievably young complexion. The rumor mills say that Cruise was never a fan of Botox and plastic surgeries. But the leading man does have a penchant for new and popular natural skin treatments. Sources claim that Cruise isn�t the only celebrity that uses bird poop. Some reports say that former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham also uses the skin treatment. News - Latest Wed, 27 Jun 2012 05:25:01 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206261217/Latest/IAPAMs-hCG-and-Botox-Training-Exceeds-Expectations.html [PRUrgent press release] -- Physician testimonials about the physician-lead Symposium with Botox training ( http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com ) and the IAPAM's comprehensive and respected Physician hCG Training ( http://www.hcgtraining.com ) rave about how the IAPAM educates physicians on how to safely and profitably add $100,000+ a year in non-insurance based revenue to an existing practice. The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's ( http://www.iapam.com ) hCG and Botox Training programs are different than any other educational programs offered in North America. No other programs in the U.S. offer this combination of expert-led training coupled with a forum where the world's physicians, of all medical specialties, come together to learn and share their experiences. The IAPAM also offers long term support to physicians who are adding aesthetic medical treatments to a practice. Unlike programs offered by private companies, attendees of the IAPAM's Training receive certification by the IAPAM, a voluntary professional association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. Since 2006, well over 1300 physicians and their staff have taken the IAPAM's hCG and Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training courses, and here are the latest reviews: ��This is the best program! I have attended 2 other programs before. It was definitely worth it. Excellent, practical points on �how to.� Very comprehensive [and] focused on the details.� ~ L. Kucerova, MD (June �12) ��[During the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, I was very interested in] chemical peels and the profit margins [available]. Jennifer [Wild, DO] was wonderful. Specifying how many units of botox to use, etc. and where to inject was very helpful!� [Before taking the IAPAM's hCG Training] I knew nothing, and now I know everything I need to start [the] successful use of hCG in the office.� ~ N. Kaushal, MD (June �12) ��All speakers were very good, [with a significant] knowledge level [and] experienced. [The training and presenters were very] helpful. Great job.� ~ P. Connors, MD (June �12) ��[hCG will be] a great addition to my practice. Excellent!� ~ R. Vindhya, MD (June �12) ��The [Aesthetic Medicine Symposium was] beyond my most optimistic expectation. [It was a] big bang for my money. FANTASTIC!� ~ A. Adebayo, MD (June �12) ��It was all great. Great topic coverage relevant to practicing aesthetic medicine.� ~ A. Tate, MD (June �12) ��The course made me interested in everything.� ~ K. Pardave, NP (June �12) ��Great course�..[especially the] hands-on botox (TM) injecting.� ~ F. Pepple, MD (June �12) ��Fabulous!� ~ P. Connors, MD (June �12) ��All aspects of a start up aesthetics practice were covered very [well and] in depth.� ~ M.J. Englee, MD (June �12) ��Excellent Symposium.� ~ L. Mata, MD (June �12) ��Excellent presenters! Wonderful location. [My expectations were] absolutely [met]. Over and above!� ~ L. Waterson, MD (June �12) ��All the [topics] were very informative and new to me. My expectations were exceeded!! This was the best money I have spent. Fantastic!�~ L. DeBlanche, MD (June �12) Read all the testimonials regarding the IAPAM's hCG Training and its Aesthetic Medicine Symposium at http://iapam.com/my-expectations-were-exceeded-this-was-the-best-money-i-have-spent.html All of the IAPAM's 2010, 2011 and 2012 training seminars have sold out, so to register for the IAPAM's next Symposium or hCG Training session, go to http://www.iapam.com or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext 704. Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc. About the IAPAM: The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary global association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession worldwide. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits to members around the globe. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs) and dentists (DDSs/DMDs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: botox training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM�s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting: Jeff Russell, Executive-Director International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) 1-800-219-5108 ext. 704 News - Latest Tue, 26 Jun 2012 07:50:41 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206251216/Latest/Botox-can-help-women-with-urinary-incontinence.html According to the Daily Telegraph, Botox injections can help females who are suffering from urinary incontinence. New research suggests that injecting the anti-wrinkle drug onto the wall of the bladder can result in alleviating overactive bladder syndrome, which is a major cause of urinary incontinence. These results were obtained from a UK medical trial that tested the paralyzing properties of Botox on reducing symptoms of urinary incontinence. The trials were conducted on 240 female participants�all of whom had previous medical treatments for their conditions that were ineffective. According to reports, the control group experienced less symptoms of urinary incontinence compared to the placebo group. However, females who were actually injected with Botox became prone to urinary tract infections. Still, researchers say that the prospects of Botox for urinary incontinence treatment are positive. But it�s highly advised that sufferers try different treatments, such as lifestyle changes and other medications, before resorting to Botox. Source: Kenilworth Weekly News News - Latest Mon, 25 Jun 2012 04:24:30 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206221215/Latest/Lunchtime-BOTOX-Cosmetic.html [24-7 press release] -- Maintaining a youthful, attractive appearance is important to today's business people. Both men and women have long looked to solutions such as BOTOX Cosmetic to reduce the appearance of lines, wrinkles, and deep creases from almost every area of their face and neck. One of the largest advantages BOTOX Cosmetic offers is the quickness with which it can be performed. Add to that minimal to no recovery time, and you can easily get BOTOX Cosmetic during your lunch hour without anyone from the office being the wiser. Trust a Cosmetic Expert When you are looking at BOTOX Cosmetic, your choice of treatment centers will play an important role in your results. Taking time to choose an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon can not only increase the likelihood of pleasing results, it can also minimize your risks of complications and ensure that your treatment is as quick and painless as possible. There are several spas that offer BOTOX Cosmetic. When you make an appointment with a spa, you have no idea who will be providing your injections. By contrast, when you choose a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, you know your injections will be provided by someone who has both medical training and a keen understanding of the delicate nuances of facial features. Choosing the right plastic surgeon for your treatment can see you in and out of the office in less than 30 minutes with the only indication you've had a procedure the noticeably younger, more attractive face you present - and possibly some mild redness and swelling, which is usually easily concealed with cosmetics. Schedule Lunchtime BOTOX A lunchtime BOTOX Cosmetic treatment can be scheduled every three to four months to help ensure your results remain consistent. Should you choose to discontinue your lunchtime appointments, you will simply continue to age naturally, with no indication that you have ever had a BOTOX Cosmetic treatment. Time is money, but equally important is discretion. Choosing to have any facial rejuvenation procedure is a personal decision. Choosing to have your lunchtime BOTOX Cosmetic treatment at a plastic surgeon's office helps ensure your secret remains safe. You deserve the best treatment possible. A board-certified facial plastic surgeon will have the experience and knowledge to provide you with a targeted treatment, tailored to meet your exact needs. If you live in or around Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, or The Woodlands, Texas and would like more information on BOTOX Cosmetic or other nonsurgical facial rejuvenation procedures, please visit the website of The Belage Center for Facial Plastic Surgery to see the many safe, effective procedures we offer to our patients at www.houstonfacialsurgeon.com. News - Latest Fri, 22 Jun 2012 06:15:21 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206201214/Latest/Is-Justin-Bieber-considering-Botox.html Reports claim that Justin Bieber, the international pop star, was told by his reps to get Botox�the anti-wrinkle drug that�s usually administered to older females. A tabloid explained that Bieber�s entourage members told the 18-year-old to get Botox to eliminate the natural creases on his forehead. According to reports, the young Canadian answered back, saying that he�s only 18 and his face has worked �just fine� so far. However, it turns out that the tabloid that published the story made a fabrication. Sources close to Bieber have since discredited the story, saying it was entirely made up. Still, it does not come as a surprise. Botox is being administered to younger people these days, creating a cloud of vanity that is often questioned by ethics and practicality. News - Latest Wed, 20 Jun 2012 22:40:18 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206201213/Latest/No-more-Botox-for-Joan-Rivers.html Joan Rivers is one of the most interesting figures in America showbiz. The 79-year-old recently sat down with morning show hosts Hoda and Kathie Lee, who joked about putting Rivers on delayed telecast in case she decided to say something controversial. The long-time comedian and host shocked the world when she said that she would be quitting Botox. In the past, Rivers has always been candid about her penchant for cosmetic treatments and plastic surgery. However, the Brooklyn native said that she�s been off the needle for a long time now. �Betty White's bowels move more than my face,� joked Rivers. �I couldn't blow out the candles on my birthday cake.� Other than quitting Botox, Rivers also talked about the last man to give her a hickey and dating for the older age demographic. News - Latest Wed, 20 Jun 2012 22:32:00 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206191212/Latest/American-Medical-Systems-and-Allergan-Sign-Agreement-for-JetTouch/BOTOX-Co-Development-Program.html [PRNewswire press release] -- American Medical Systems (AMS), an Endo Health Solutions company ENDP +0.07% , announced today it has signed a co-development agreement with Allergan, Inc. to jointly develop and seek regulatory approval for the delivery of BOTOX� (onabotulinumtoxinA) using the JetTouch(TM) system for treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). AMS' JetTouch(TM) is a novel injection platform that has the potential to enable needle-free injection into any area of the body reachable by endoscopic or percutaneous access. Needle-free injection with the JetTouch(TM) system is being evaluated as an innovative means for local drug delivery and may provide treatment administration efficiencies for the physician. BOTOX� was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in August 2011 for the treatment of urinary incontinence due to detrusor overactivity associated with a neurologic condition (e.g. spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis) in adults who have an inadequate response to or are intolerant of an anticholinergic medication. BOTOX� is currently under FDA review as a potential treatment for OAB with symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency in adult patients who have an inadequate response to or are intolerant of an anticholinergic medication. Endo Health Solutions continues to focus on expanding its therapeutic offerings in urology and exploring innovative options for patients, said Dr. Ivan Gergel, Executive Vice President of R D and Chief Scientific Officer of Endo Health Solutions. With AMS' position in the urology marketplace, the potential of the JetTouch(TM) system combined with the delivery of BOTOX� make this a mutually beneficial business opportunity. Under the co-development agreement, AMS will first develop JetTouch(TM) for general use in the bladder. Subject to the FDA approval of BOTOX� for injection by needle as a treatment for OAB, AMS, in collaboration with Allergan, will seek to add BOTOX� to the JetTouch(TM) label, and Allergan plans to seek regulatory advice to add the delivery of BOTOX� with JetTouch(TM) to the BOTOX� label. About American Medical Systems American Medical Systems, headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, is a diversified supplier of medical devices and procedures to treat incontinence, erectile dysfunction, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), pelvic floor prolapse and other pelvic disorders in men and women. These disorders can significantly diminish one's quality of life and profoundly affect social relationships. In recent years, the number of people seeking treatment has increased markedly as a result of longer lives, higher-quality-of-life expectations and greater awareness of new treatment alternatives. American Medical Systems' products reduce or eliminate the incapacitating effects of these diseases, often through minimally invasive therapies. The Company's products were used to treat approximately 340,000 patients in 2010. AMS is part of Endo Health Solutions Inc. ENDP +0.07% , a diversified healthcare company that is dedicated to improving care through a combination of branded products, generics, devices, technology and services. ( http://www.endo.com ). Safe Harbor StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements including words such as believes, expects, anticipates, intends, estimates, plan, will, may, look forward, intend, guidance, future or similar expressions are forward-looking statements. Because these statements reflect our current views, expectations and beliefs concerning future events, these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Investors should note that many factors, as more fully described under the caption Risk Factors in our Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and as otherwise enumerated herein or therein, could affect our future financial results and could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K. The forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified by these risk factors. These are factors that, individually or in the aggregate, could cause our actual results to differ materially from expected and historical results. We assume no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. News - Latest Tue, 19 Jun 2012 03:18:09 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206141211/Latest/Nancy-Dell-Olio-gets-Botox-and-lip-enhancement.html She openly admits to having yearly dosages of Botox to keep her skin wrinkle-free. However, popular personality Nancy Dell�Olio was recently seen by photographers with a swollen lip. Reports say that the 50-year-old was holding a �trout pout� as she strutted around the streets of London. The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant tried to conceal her newly enhanced lip with heavy makeup and a brightly colored scarf. But paparazzi were quick to see that her lips were larger than usual. �There�s nothing wrong with Botox, as long as you have the right doctor and the right measurement,� she told The Sun. �Twice a year is perfect.� She continued: �'My hope is that in ten years� time there will be a pill you can take before you go to sleep and you wake up with a facelift.� You admitted to Botox, Nancy. Maybe it�s time you came clean about those lips! News - Latest Thu, 14 Jun 2012 04:04:53 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206131210/Latest/Allergan-tries-to-develop-needle-free-Botox.html Allergan is looking for a needle-free formulation of Botox. In fact, the popular pharmaceutical company is working with American Medical Systems to develop the application. The company is hoping to expand the Botox medical applications to include overactive bladders. And AMS�s JetTouch will be a big step forward in this plan. JetTouch is an injection technology, which allows drugs to be applied without the use of a needle. AMS has yet to gain Food and Drug Administration approval for the technology. Allergan intends to pursue needle-free Botox application for overactive bladders. If the first pursuit is successful, the company intends to seek approval for a new needle-free version of Botox. Both Allergan and AMS did not disclose the financial terms of the agreement. News - Latest Wed, 13 Jun 2012 03:38:09 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206131209/Latest/Men-and-their-growing-fascination-for-Botox.html In the past, Botox patients were typically middle-aged women with faces filled with wrinkles. However, that�s no longer the case for today. Younger women are opting for Botox. And, yes, even men are getting the anti-wrinkle drug. Based on statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the use of Botox for men grew by more than 250% from 2000 to 2010. In 2010, the Allergan�s injectable was the most popular cosmetic treatment among men, beating hair restoration and liposuction. Experts claim that men are accounting for a bigger portion of Botox customers. The increase in statistics is being attributed to the growing interest of men to preserve their youthful appearance. Apart from cosmetic purposes, Botox is also used to treat numerous medical conditions, including cerebral palsy and chronic migraines. News - Latest Wed, 13 Jun 2012 03:28:20 +0100 http://www.grinza.com/index.php/201206121208/Latest/Free-Botox-care-of-research-companies.html Zurich University and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology are offering free Botox to volunteers to a study that aims to study the anti-wrinkle drug�s effects. According to reports, the research companies have released ads asking people if they�ve ever tried Botox. Researchers claim that they�ve already found five volunteers, but they�re still looking for 25 more people. In addition to free Botox, volunteers also get an undisclosed amount of money. Dr. Arko Ghosh, the lead researcher of the study, intends to study the effects of Botox in brain activity. No current research has been done on the actual effects of Botox on the brain. News - Latest Tue, 12 Jun 2012 11:21:15 +0100