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1Department of Dermatology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, 435 North Roxbury Drive, Suite 204, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA. melissa.hollis@doctorklein.md
Dermatologic Clinics
|June 30, 2004
Summary
Botulinum toxin injections, commonly known as Botox, are popular for reducing forehead and periorbital wrinkles. This off-label cosmetic use is safe, effective, and easy to perform.
Area of Science:
- Cosmetic dermatology
- Facial aesthetics
Background:
- Forehead lines and crow's feet are common cosmetic concerns.
- Botulinum toxin (Botox) is widely used for aesthetic purposes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Botox for forehead and periorbital wrinkles.
- To highlight the cosmetic applications of Botox.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical observations and patient outcomes.
- Assessment of the technique's ease of acquisition.
Main Results:
- Botox demonstrates significant effectiveness in treating forehead and crow's-feet wrinkles.
- The cosmetic application is popular among patients.
- Side effects are infrequent.
Conclusions:
- Off-label use of Botox for forehead and periorbital wrinkles is a safe and effective cosmetic procedure.
- The technique is easily learned and widely accepted by patients.