Comparing neurotoxins: the 4 anti-wrinkle injectables on the market

In this latest podcast, Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetix) compares the quartet of cosmetic neurotoxins on the market that each contain the same active ingredient (BoNT-A) and are FDA approved to treat the same aesthetic concerns: Botox®, Dysport®, Letybo®, and Xeomin®). She also covers the various types of dermal filler and which type to use for which treatment. 

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In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Kelly Beasy about the different neurotoxins available in the market. Kelly is a Nurse Practitioner and cosmetic medicine trainer at KB Aesthetix, with 20 years of nursing experience and 10+ years’ experience in the aesthetic industry. Learn more about KB Aesthetix.

In the podcast, Kelly and Paul explore:

• The key differences between the four injectables products in terms of their composition and mechanism of action.
• How these anti-wrinkle injectables differ in terms of onset and duration of action.
• "Tox tips": Recommended injection techniques for achieving optimal results.
• Patient factors that may influence the choice of one anti-wrinkle injectable over another.
• Common side effects and adverse reactions associated with these injectables, and how they can be managed.
• Recommended dosing and dilution.
• Special considerations for using the four product types in combination with other aesthetic treatments and procedures.
• Different dermal filler types, including main players in the market and what product type to use for treating different areas.
• Emerging trends and advancements in the field of anti-wrinkle injectables and fillers that doctors should be aware of.
• How to approach patient consultation and assessment to determine the most suitable injectables product for their needs.
• Patient case studies using a combination of injectables and filler.
• Anatomical areas and facial features where one injectable may be more effective than the others.
• Potential future directions and areas of research in injectables.
• Kelly's tips and advice for doctors on how to enhance their skills and proficiency in using anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers.

Hear all this and much more in the full podcast above!

For further information on this topic, you may be interested to learn more about HealthCert's Professional Diploma program in Aesthetic Medicine - online aesthetics training for GPs, with optional workshops.

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