ABSTRACT
Botulinum toxin therapy is accepted throughout the world as a safe, rapid, effective, desirable treatment of upper and lower facial and cervical rhytides. It can be used on its own or in combination with other modalities to produce an improved result. Its versatility makes it a natural leader in the cosmetic world. New injectors are encouraged to re-learn the facial muscular anatomy, as well as modern concepts of aesthetics, and to understand the individual’s desires for facial enhancement. A learned sophisticated approach to cosmetic botulinum injections in the face and neck will ensure positive aesthetic results with avoidance of complications. In essence, the botulinum toxin injector becomes an artist and sculptor as well as a physician and surgeon.
