O uso terapêutico da toxina botulínica
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.36489/saudecoletiva.2021v12i72p9362-9371Keywords:
Estética, Toxinas Botulínicas Tipo A, Saúde, Qualidade de Vida, TerapêuticaAbstract
Objective: To analyze the effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin type A for health procedures as well as its usefulness, thus helping in the quality of life, since aging brings aesthetic changes such as wrinkles, changes in skin elasticity and tone. Treatment using this type of toxin has been gaining strength in recent years, due to its wide applicability in health care treatments. Method: A literature review was applied with searches made in the PubMed, Lilacs, SciELO, Medline and Bireme databases. Results: It is understood that botulinum toxin type A is used for a number of aesthetic procedures with satisfactory results, and it can also be used in a range of health procedures. Conclusion: The toxin should be used with caution, since there are some adverse effects, but botulinum toxin type A is effective and efficient not only in facial rejuvenation, but also in other aspects