Botulinum toxin

Abstract

Botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) has been used successfully for muscle spasticity for more than 10 years. Now BTX is growing popularity for facial lines treatment and soon it will become the facial rejuvenation treatment. This article is reviewed the history, pharmacology, the proper technique for dilution, the injection dose, and the site of injection. The safety, the predictable results and the storage time were also discussed. The important role for dermatologists who are interested in cosmetic BTX treatment is the knowledgeable of the basic science of BTX, the facial anatomy, the individual muscle function and the over all facial appearance after each site treatment. The outcome of the individual treatment is different, the doctor should provide the information