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Title:
Botulinum toxins : cosmetic and clinical applications
Author:
Cohen, Joel L. (Dermatologist), editor.
ISBN:
9781118661864

9781118661857

9781118661833

9781444338256
Physical Description:
1 online resource
Contents:
1. History of Botulinum Toxin for medical and aesthetic use -- 2. Anatomy and aesthetic principles -- 3. Botulinum Toxin: from molecule to medicine -- 4. Myobloc -- 5. Abobotulinumtoxin: development and aesthetic usage -- 6. IncobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin/Bocouture) -- 7. Future injectable toxins -- 8. Reconstitution, dilution, diffusion, and migration of Botulinum Toxin -- 9. Patient selection -- 10. Treatment of the glabella -- 11. Treatment of the forehead -- 12. Treatment of the periocular area -- Crow's feet, brow and bunny lines -- 13. Contouring of the lower face and of the lower leg and calf -- 14. Treatment of the perioral area -- 15. Neck rejuvenation -- 16. Correction of facial asymmetry -- 17. Complications and diffusion -- 18. Combination therapy of Botuliinum Toxin with other nonsurgical procedures -- 19. Peri-procedure Botulinum Toxin for skin cancer patients and scars -- 20. Achieving a natural look -- 21. Special considerations in darker skin -- 22. Axillary hyperhidrosis -- 23. Primary focal palm, sole, craniofacial, and compensatory hyperhidrosis -- 24. Topical Botulinum Toxin -- 25. Exciting new uses of Botulinum Toxin Type A: dermatology/dermatologic surgery and beyond -- 26. Modulating affect and mood with Botulinum Toxin injections: psychosocial implications of neuromodulators -- 27. Onabotulinumtoxin A (Botox) in dermatology -- Index.
Abstract:
Botulinum Toxins: Cosmetic and Clinical Applications provides a comprehensive and in-depth review of the use of botulinum toxin for aesthetic procedures and medical applications as a stand-alone treatment and as part of combination therapy. Now a mainstay of cosmetic dermatologic practice, the range of available toxins and their varied applications has grown considerably in recent years requiring the practitioner to carefully consider what approach best suits the needs of their patient. This new book, written by international expert authors, provides guidance to help you refine your technique, add new procedures to your practice, and provide optimal results. This book: Offers guidance on best-practice approaches with botulinum toxin, helping create cutting edge, tailored treatment plans for each patient Benefits from a wealth of color images, procedural videos, and expert tips and tricks Takes a region oriented approach, providing guidance on treatment of the; glabella, forehead, periocular and perioral areas, and contouring of the lower face and lower leg and calf, and neck rejuvenation Contains a thorough review of non-cosmetic treatments such as correction of facial asymmetry, and treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis, plus palm, sole, and craniofacial hyperhidrosis Covers exciting new topics, such as future injectables, topical botulinum toxin, and facial contouring including treatment for benign masseter hypertrophy Discusses combination therapy of botulinum toxin with other non-surgical procedures such as hyaluronic acid (HA) or filler substances, light and laser sources, and other energy-based therapies Includes considerations for darker skin types Offer your patients the best care, stay on top of cutting edge techniques, and avoid pitfalls with coverage of practical tips and real cases. Botulinum Toxins in Dermatology: Cosmetic and Clinical Applications provides best-practice guidance on the contemporary use of botulinum toxin in isolation and in combination.
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