Abstract: Over the past decade, there has been a marked rise in the popularity of non-surgical and minimally invasive techniques aimed at facial rejuvenation and delaying visible signs of aging. Among these techniques, the use of botulinum toxin injections and dermal fillers has become especially prevalent worldwide. Botulinum toxin type A, derived from one of the most potent biological toxins, achieves its effects by blocking acetylcholine release at neuromuscular junctions, causing temporary muscular.......
Key Word: Aesthetic; Botulinum toxin type A; Challenges; Medicine; Safety
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