Sample informed consent form for the administration of Botox.

On the correction of a gummy smile, mimic wrinkles, and age-related changes in the lower third of the face and neck, as well as combined techniques for the use of botulinum toxin type A.

On the correction of mimic wrinkles and age-related changes in the upper third of the face (forehead, glabella, eyebrows, eyes, nose) using botulinum toxin type A.

Allergan Announces Results of Higher Dose BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxin A) for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Glabellar Lines.

A mapping scheme of the upper third of the face that is universal, effective, and safe for a beginner specialist. This method of marking injection points makes it possible to predict a favorable outcome of botulinum therapy for wrinkles in the upper third of the face.

Millions of botulinum toxin injections have been performed worldwide. However, not all of them were done with contraindications taken into account, and not all patients were satisfied with the results.

In the pursuit of a perfectly smooth forehead and the complete absence of wrinkles, the most important idea is often lost: “The beauty of the face and skin is, above all, their health.”

The neck is quite a sensitive area with slow regenerative capacity. That is why age-related changes appear here quickly: skin laxity, dryness, vertical bands, and so-called “rings” — pronounced horizontal wrinkles.

People often ask me what I prefer: Botox or Dysport? My answer is unoriginal: I love both of these products. But it’s important that the love is mutual.