[Botulin toxin injections in cosmetic treatment of men]

Ann Dermatol Venereol. 2009 May:136 Suppl 4:S119-24. doi: 10.1016/S0151-9638(09)74538-7.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Men are showing increasing interest in nonsurgical esthetic procedures even if women account for the vast majority of patients. Botulinum toxin A injections are particularly sought by men: this is the most frequently performed nonsurgical procedure, with 296,000 injections in the US in 2007 (Fig. 1). Men seek to remain natural while retaining their maturity and improving their appearance. The classical injection technique does not differ in men and the basics are similar to procedures performed in women. However, they often require larger doses. In addition, men's facial morphology presents certain specificities that must be respected when choosing the injection points.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Botulinum Toxins / administration & dosage
  • Botulinum Toxins / therapeutic use*
  • Dermatologic Agents / administration & dosage
  • Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Esthetics
  • Face*
  • Humans
  • Injections / methods
  • Male
  • Neuromuscular Agents / administration & dosage
  • Neuromuscular Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Rejuvenation*
  • Skin Aging* / drug effects
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Neuromuscular Agents
  • Botulinum Toxins