Facial Plastic Surgery · 2012 · 103 citations · 0 references
MedicinePharmacotherapySurgeryAesthetic SurgeryDermatologic SurgeryDrug DeliveryBotulinum Toxin TherapyBotulinum Toxin TreatmentFacial RejuvenationScar ManagementBlepharospasm TreatmentBotulinum NeurotoxinBotulinum ToxinsCosmetic IndicationsCosmetic Outcome AssessmentInjecting Drug Use
Chemoimmobilization with botulinum toxin A is an ideal biochemical agent that allows near-total elimination of muscle pull on the healing facial wound. The goal of chemoimmobilization of facial cutaneous wounds is to eliminate dynamic tension on the healing tissues to improve wound healing and minimize scarring for optimal aesthetic results.