Revista de práctica general

Botulinum Toxin Type A for Forehead Wrinkles in Asian

Abstract

Chan Lap Ming

Botulinum toxin Type A (BTA) is the most popular nonsurgical aesthetic treatment worldwide. With the constantly evolving injection techniques, what was considered state-of-the-art 5-10 years ago are no longer represents the standard approach. The indication and dosages of botulinum toxin injection vary among different ethnic group. The consensus and guidelines for Caucasian population may not be applicable to Asian patients. Different dilutions, dosages and injection techniques to forehead have been practiced. The aim of this article is to describe the techniques in the Asian consensus agreement and author’s personal experience. The main objectives are to avoid complications and help reaching clinical efficacy.