Eyelid twitches can be annoying or uncomfortable. If you have frequent and uncontrollable eyelid twitching, it can also cause irritation or embarrassment. One effective treatment option for eyelid twitching is Botox. 
## What are Eyelid Twitches?
Eyelid twitches are muscle spasms in the muscle of the eyelid. When the muscle spasms, the eyelid moves or twitches. This involuntary movement is often caused by signals from the brain that create overactivity in the muscles around the eye. Eyelid twitching can be caused by:

Disrupted sleep – When you don’t get enough sleep, muscle fatigue can cause eyelid twitching.
Dryness or irritation of the eyes – When your eyes are irritated your eyelids may twitch.
Eye strain – If you’ve been focusing on a computer screen all day, your eyes may be working too hard. This can trigger involuntary twitches.
Bright light – Bright lights can cause eye fatigue or eye strain.
Alcohol and caffeine intake – Both caffeine and alcohol consumption can trigger temporary eye twitching.
Nutritional imbalances – When you don’t have all the vitamins and minerals you need, your muscles could respond with spasms.
Stress – Stress can lead to muscle spasms in the eyelids or in other muscles in the body.
Pollution or allergies – Seasonal allergies can lead to swelling or itching in the eyes. Pollution and allergies may also cause eye twitching. 
## Untreated Eye Twitches
Over time, the symptoms of basic eye twitches may intensify. You may start to notice some symptoms of blepharospasm, or hemifacial spasm. In these two conditions, both eyes can develop twitches, and other muscles in the face may also experience involuntary spasms. In some cases, the uncontrollable twitching can make it hard to open your eyes.
## Botox for Eyelid Twitches
Botox is a common treatment option for blepharospasm. Botox isn’t just for wrinkles. It’s also FDA-approved to treat spasms in the face, neck, or limbs. That’s because Botox doesn’t treat the skin, it treats the muscles. Botox can temporarily paralyze muscles, making them more relaxed. While this smooths out wrinkles, it can also stop muscles spasms and twitching. 

Botox for eyelid twitches just needs a tiny dose of Botox. It’s injected into the muscles around the eye to relieve the spasms. You’ll enjoy several months without these involuntary twitches. You’ll still be able to blink and open and close your eyelids with ease. However, after three to six months the Botox will wear off, and you’ll need another treatment to control the twitches.
## Should You Be Concerned About Eyelid Twitches?
If you have infrequent eyelid twitching, it’s most likely harmless. You can adjust your behaviors and monitor your symptoms. For most people, eyelid twitching usually stops on its own within 30 minutes. However, if you have an eyelid twitch that lasts several days, you may want to consult with your doctor and explore treatment options. 

When your doctor recommends Botox for eye twitching, contact Persimmon to find out more about our at-home Botox treatments. You can get Botox for cosmetic or medical treatments in the comfort of your own home.

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