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A retrospective study in the use of botulinum toxin type‐A in a UK multidisciplinary cosmetic practice
Author(s) -
Bowler Patrick J
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of cosmetic dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.626
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1473-2165
pISSN - 1473-2130
DOI - 10.1111/j.1473-2165.2005.40207.x
Subject(s) - multidisciplinary approach , medicine , dermatology , retrospective cohort study , botulinum toxin , surgery , sociology , social science
Summary Background Botulinum toxin type‐A is established as safe and effective and is widely used for cosmetic indications; however, little data exist on patient satisfaction following treatment. Aims To correlate patient satisfaction with dose levels in the treatment of hyperfunctional facial lines. Patients/methods Retrospective data were collected on 300 patients treated with Botox ® for facial lines. Patients completed a subjective assessment of satisfaction with their treatment, and details of dose and treatment area were recorded. Results Eighty‐five percent of patients rated their satisfaction with treatment as ≥ 8 (on a 10‐point scale), with higher scores seen at higher dosages. The highest mean score was seen in the 51–75 U dose group. Satisfaction was highest in patients who had three facial areas treated vs . those who had one or two areas treated. No safety issues were raised. Conclusions The results show a high level of satisfaction with botulinum toxin type‐A treatment, with most patients achieving a desired “natural” look. Future studies should be carried out to standardize ways of achieving optimum patient satisfaction to maximize the link between physical appearance and psychological well‐being.