While botulinum toxin is best known for its cosmetic applications, it has multiple FDA-approved medical uses:

Cosmetic uses:

  • Wrinkles on the forehead, frown lines and crow's feet
  • Gummy smile correction (highly visible gums)
  • Subtle brow lift
  • Smoothing of neck lines

Therapeutic medical uses:

  • Chronic migraine (15+ headache days per month)
  • Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating in armpits, palms or feet)
  • Bruxism and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
  • Facial muscle spasms
  • Strabismus and blepharospasm

This versatility demonstrates the proven safety and efficacy of botulinum toxin in modern medicine.