Traumatic Facial Injury Treated by Botulinum Toxin A

Abstract

Introduction Botulinum toxin type A BTA is used in the treatment of various medical and aesthetic conditions The mechanism of action of the drug includes action on fibroblast stimulation decrease of wound tension and production of collagen Objective This study aimed to demonstrate the use of botulinum toxin as a possible treatment for reducing facial scarring Methods It was a retrospective study involving patients who were treated with BTA for the management of facial scars Conclusion Botulinum toxin A is efficient for the treatment and reduction of facial scars resulting from trauma or surgical interventions