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Ultrasound-guided Botulinum Toxin-A Injections: A Method of Treating Sialorrhea
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Botulinum Toxin Procedures: A Practical Approach to Cosmetic Injections.

Rebecca Small1

  • 1University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, San Francisco.

American Family Physician
|May 27, 2026
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Botulinum toxin injections effectively treat facial wrinkles by relaxing muscles, offering predictable results for frown lines, forehead lines, and crow

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Published on: November 9, 2016

Area of Science:

  • Cosmetic dermatology
  • Neuromodulation
  • Minimally invasive procedures

Background:

  • Facial wrinkles result from dermal changes and muscle contractions.
  • Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin used for cosmetic treatments.
  • Upper facial wrinkles are FDA-approved indications for botulinum toxin.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the use of botulinum toxin for cosmetic facial wrinkle treatment.
  • To outline indications, mechanism of action, and outcomes.
  • To discuss contraindications and potential complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of cosmetic indications for botulinum toxin.
  • Explanation of mechanism: localized muscle relaxation.
  • Discussion of clinical effects, onset, and duration.

Main Results:

  • Botulinum toxin injections are the most common minimally invasive cosmetic procedure in the US.
  • Treatment yields predictable results, high patient satisfaction, and few adverse effects.
  • Effects develop in 2 weeks, lasting 3-4 months; dynamic wrinkles respond best.

Conclusions:

  • Botulinum toxin is a safe and effective treatment for upper facial wrinkles.
  • Understanding contraindications and technique-dependent complications is crucial.
  • Procedural proficiency is achieved through training and experience.