Alastair Carruthers and Jean Carruthers (dermatology and skin science and ophthalmology and visual science, U. of British Columbia, Canada), Dover, and Alam supply dermatologists, dermatologic surgeons, and other physicians with a guide to botulinum toxin procedures. In 25 chapters, dermatologists, surgeons, and other physicians from North America, Europe, Brazil, Korea, and Australia discuss the basic science of various products and the procedural steps for eyebrow height and shaping, crows feet, eyelids, the mid-face, and other areas, as well as uses with darker skin types, combination treatment, and excessive sweating. Reorganized, this edition has new authors for almost all of the chapters and includes chapters on each of the botulinum toxin products produced by specific companies. It adds historical and topical uses chapters. The full text, procedural videos, and images can be found online. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) This title in the PROCEDURES IN COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY SERIES presents up-to-the-minute, practical guidance on botulinum toxin injection techniques shaping todays practice. Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, it focuses on procedural how-tos and offers step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade-so you can refine and hone your skills...and expand your surgical repertoire. Youll find current, to-the-point guidance on the cosmetic use of the toxin - edited by pioneers in the field, Drs. Jean and Alastair Carruthers. Implement the newest procedures into your practice immediately and confidently-with the outstanding guidance youll find in this volume of the PROCEDURES IN COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY SERIES.Covers the hottest topics-including botox aesthetics, facial treatments, neck treatment, adjunctive treatment, pain relief, and facial asymmetry-all in one concise, accessible volume. Features a wealth of color illustrations and photographs that depict cases as they present in practice.Discusses common pitfalls and emphasizes how to optimize outcomes, enabling readers to improve their technique.Highlights emerging topics in the field, with guidance on the newest developments in cosmetic surgery.Includes a comprehensive, instructional DVD containing video clips of techniques and procedures as well as the experts hints and tips.Use of fillers in combination with Botox to better sculpt the lower faceCoverage of new fillers like Juvederm, Evolence, Radiesse and Perlane to keep you on the cutting edgeNew and expanded coverage of periocular treatmentHighest quality video footage of procedures on the bonus DVD Botulinum Toxin, a volume in the Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series, helps you keep up with the growing demand for non-invasive procedures and provide the optimum results your patients expect. Evidence-based, procedural how-tos and step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade equip you to successfully incorporate the very latest botulinum injection techniques into your busy practice! Offer your patients the best care and avoid pitfalls. Evidence-based findings and practical tips equip you with the knowledge you need to recommend and discuss the most effective treatment options with your patients. Know how to vary your technique for patients with darker skin types, and learn alternate approaches used internationally. Expand your repertoire and refine your skills with a wealth of color illustrations, photographs, and procedural videos depicting cases as they appear in practice. Take advantage of a dynamic and up-to-date focus on the latest botulinum injection techniques with 25 new chapters and the unmatched guidance of expert contributors - many new to this edition. Stay on top of cutting-edge techniques and topics through new coverage of treatment of masseter hypertrophy with botulinum toxin; darker skin and fillers; therapeutic uses of the botulinum toxins; and comparisons of botulinum toxins and their future in dermatology. See how non-invasive cosmetic procedures apply to real-life situations with new case studies and pearls throughout. Browse the fully searchable text online at www.expertconsult.com, along with expanded video content and downloadable images.
