Botulinum Toxin to Reduce Saliva Flow: Selected Indications for Ultrasound‐Guided Toxin Application Into Salivary Glands

Abstract

Treatment of hypersalivation by local injections of Botox into the salivary glands of the head is a reliable and efficient therapy without side effects for certain otolaryngological diseases, especially if injections are performed under sonographic control. Extension of this therapeutic concept to other indications is suggested.