[Botulinum toxin, description and clinical applications in the treatment of the face wrinkles].

UNLABELLED

The botulinum toxin is used more and more in the treatment of the wrinkles of the face and mainly in its 1/3 superior part.

OBJECTIVES

To describe the technique of injection and to establish a treatment program based on the anatomical data.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

The description of the muscles and the elements constituting the face makes it possible to specify the play of the muscular balances of the face.

RESULTS

The technique of injection needs certain requirements: It must be of small quantity and not diffuse. The treatment program must be integrated in a unit based on the study of each muscular group of the face and the opposite skin to release a reasonable attitude in the handling in safety of this toxin.

CONCLUSION

The technique is sure and effective by respecting the indications and the conditions of use.