Botulinum toxin a evidence for Perioral vertical lines

Abstract summary (English) AbobotulinumtoxinA (aboBoNT-A) has been used for various cosmetic purposes, including minimization of moderate to severe lines, or other cosmetic indications, in the face and neck. We carried out a systematic review to identify all relevant evidence on the treatment approaches and outcomes of aboBoNT-A as a cosmetic treatment of the middle and lower areas of the face, and the neck. Embase, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library,...

Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Systematic Review

Abstract summary (English) The most international dosing guidelines on the use of botulinum toxin type A (BTXA) drugs support a 1:1 dose relationship between OnaBTXA and IncoBTXA and 1:2.5 between OnaBTXA and AboBTXA. However, different facial zones demonstrate different doses conversion ratios. The comparative analysis of nine consensuses on the use of Abo-, Ona-, and IncoBTXA in the United States, Russia, and Europe has been performed.

Comparative Study, Journal Article, Review

Abstract summary (English) PURPOSE: Marionette lines, also known as static labiomandibular folds, are common age-related perioral wrinkles that impact facial aesthetics, particularly in Asian populations. This article aims to examine the anatomical basis, etiology, and filler injection techniques used for treating marionette lines. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study reviews anatomical studies and clinical practices related to marionette lines.

Journal Article, Review

Abstract summary (English) Botulinum toxin (BoNT) is an anaerobic rod-shaped-neurotoxin produced by Clostridium botulinum, that has both therapeutic and lethal applications. BoNT injection is the most popular cosmetic procedure worldwide with various applications. Patients with dynamic wrinkles in areas such as the glabella, forehead, peri-orbital lines, nasal rhytides, and perioral rhytides are indicated.

Journal Article, Review, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Abstract summary (English) Botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) injections have become the most popular noninvasive cosmetic procedures performed worldwide. With growing interest, investigators continue to uncover an expanding array of aesthetic indications for BTX-A. Botulinum toxin A has been used off-label in the management of masseter hypertrophy for facial slimming, platysmal bands, nasal 'bunny' lines, perioral rhytides, gummy smile and scars, to...

Journal Article, Review

Abstract summary (English) UNLABELLED: Botulinum toxin is available as types A and B. These two different forms need different dosages and hence, the physician needs to be familiar with the formulations. A thorough knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the muscles in the area to be injected is essential.

Journal Article, Practice Guideline

Abstract summary (English) Alluzience (abobotulinumtoxinA RTU; Ipsen, Paris, France and Galderma SA, Lausanne, Switzerland) is the first ready-to-use (RTU) botulinum toxin type A liquid solution approved for the treatment of glabellar lines in Europe. In this article, the authors provide consensus recommendations on the aesthetic usage of abobotulinumtoxinA RTU. Members of the International Board on Alluzience convened to develop consensus on...

Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Consensus Statement

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Although there are various international consensus recommendations on the use of botulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT/A) in facial aesthetics, there are no global or Russian guidelines on the optimal dose of incobotulinumtoxinA, free from complexing proteins, within specific aesthetic indications. This article reports the outcomes of two expert consensus meetings, conducted to review and analyze efficacy...

Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Azzalure® (Galderma SA), a newly approved European botulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT-A), is derived from Dysport™ (Ipsen Ltd.), which has a 20-year history of product consistency and has been widely used for various aesthetic and therapeutic applications. Azzalure® and Dysport™ are collectively referred to as BoNT-A (Speywood Unit) after the unit of their activity, and are distinct from other commercial...

Consensus Statement, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Botulinum toxin A is well documented as a useful therapy for smoothing dynamic facial rhytides of the upper face. Most controlled studies have focused on the treatment of glabellar frown lines, horizontal forehead lines, and crow's feet. Reports of botulinum toxin A use in the lower face are few and anecdotal.

Journal Article