Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Injections in the Treatment of Various Types of Facial Region Disorders

ÇOBAN A., Matur Z., Hanagasi H. A., Parman Y.

TURKISH JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY, vol.18, no.4, pp.155-161, 2012 (ESCI) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 18 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2012
  • Doi Number: 10.4274/tnd.26097
  • Journal Name: TURKISH JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.155-161
  • Keywords: Botulinum toxin type-A, facial region disorders, efficacy
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Objective: Local injection of botulinum toxin is a highly effective treatment option for a wide range of movement disorders. There are reliable sources of information on its indications, effects and safety in clinical practice. In this study, we report our experience with botulinum toxin in the treatment of facial region disorders.