COMPLICATIONS AND SAFETY IN THE USE OF BOTULINUM TOXIN TYPE-A (BoNT-A) FOR AESTHETIC PURPOSES

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.15931002306121

• Palavras-chave: Botulinum toxin type-A. BoNT-A. Complications. Security. Aesthetics.

• Keywords: Botulinum toxin type-A. BoNT-A. Complications. Security. Aesthetics.

• Abstract:

  Botulinum toxin type-A (BoNT-A) is used to treat an increasingly wide range of indications. Although the toxin is generally considered healthy in controlled doses, its extensive use raises safety concerns. The main objective of this study was to present a guide on complications and safety measures when injecting botulinum toxin type-A for aesthetic purposes. This is a bibliographic review study. Searches were carried out in the PubMed, SciElo and LILACS databases to identify articles on the topic. Articles on complications and safety in the use of BoNT-A in the last 10 years (2012 to 2022) were considered eligible for the review. It was possible to observe that several factors must be taken into consideration by professionals working in the area of aesthetic health. Starting with the choice of products to be used, always looking for the best inputs from trusted brands and companies, the esthete must seek the best for his patients, carrying out a quality anamnesis, investigating clinical and psychological issues, thus getting to know the individual to be treated as thoroughly as possible. It is extremely important for professional success to have mastery of the techniques used, theoretical-practical knowledge of possible complications and, also, of the protocols that must be adopted in the different possibilities, resulting in safe and effective procedures for all parties involved.