J Korean Soc Aesthetic Plast Surg.  1999 Sep;5(2):377-389.

THE VARIOUS ROLE OF LOCAL INJECTION OF BOTULINUM A EXOTOXIN

• Lee YH
• Choi HC
• Hong JJ

Abstract

Botulium toxin A has been used therapeutically in humans for over 20 years for a variety of medical indications. Some wrinkle and unsightly facial expressions are due to hyperkinetic muscle. For the past year, the author has injected it for variant purpose, so we describe the our experience with the variant extended use of the toxin including correction for just dynamic wrinkle, used with subperiosteal face lifting or peeling, post-traumatic twitching, and facial paralysis and relevant anatomy are discussed. Also we have another concept about muscle anatomy which have superficial and deep portion. The superficial portion is for harmonious action with SMAS during facial expression, which is also related to fine wrinkle, and the deep portion play role gross movement. Botulium toxin is safe and effective in varient field without complication. Its use is associated with a high degree of patient and physician satisfaction.

MeSH Terms

Exotoxins*
Facial Expression
Facial Paralysis
Humans
Rhytidoplasty
Exotoxins