Cosmetic Use of Neurotoxins in the Dental Practice, an Introduction

Dr. Bradford Towne, co-author of “Neurotoxins and Facial Fillers in Facial Esthetic Surgery”, provides an introduction to the use of botulinum toxin for facial cosmetic enhancement in this three hour live webinar. During this presentation, participants will learn the basic pharmacology of botulinum toxin, indications for its use, benefits and risks associated with the injection of toxin. During this webinar, a review muscles of facial expression, pre treatment evaluation, documentation, an introduction to techniques for injection and overview potential complications.

Course Objectives

At the completion of this course the participants should be able to:

1. Understand the pharmacology and mode of action of botulinum toxin in its medical use.
2. Familiarize the participant in the proper evaluation of a patient for botulinum toxin injections.
3. Provide an understanding of the actions of the various muscles of facial expression and the impact of botulinum toxin injections.
4. Indications for treatment with botulinum toxin.
5. Contraindications to use of botulinum toxin.
6. Site analysis for injection of botulinum toxin.
7. Introduction to the administration of botulinum toxin.
8. Avoidance and management of complications.