The Art and Science of Botulinum Toxin

– The discovery of Clostridium botulinum
– Aesthetic medicine as a new specialty
– Mechanism of action of BTX-A
– Specificity of different serotypes
– Acetylcholine blockade at the neuromuscular junction
– Pharmacology of Botulinum Toxin Type A
– Reconstitution steps of BTX-A and diffusion protocols
– Dilution protocols commonly used in clinical practice
– Anatomy and FDA-approved indications
– Absolute contraindications for BTX-A
– Management of complications
– Symptoms of botulism.