Botulinum toxin is widely used in aesthetic medicine to reduce the appearance of dynamic facial lines and to influence muscle activity in carefully selected treatment areas.
This section explores the aesthetic applications of BTX, including commonly treated areas, treatment principles, facial anatomy considerations and evolving approaches within aesthetic practice.
Common Aesthetic Uses
- Forehead lines
- Frown lines
- Crow’s feet
- Masseter reduction
- Platysmal neck bands
- Gummy smile
- Chin dimpling
- Brow shaping
- Perioral lines
- Periocular treatment
- Movement preservation approaches
- Microtoxin techniques
Treatment Principles
Modern aesthetic treatment approaches often aim to:
- soften muscle activity
- maintain natural facial movement
- preserve facial expression
- support facial balance and harmony
- avoid an overtreated appearance