Applications of botulinum toxin in dentistry: A comprehensive review

S Srivastava, S Kharbanda, US Pal… - National journal of …, 2015 - journals.lww.com
The horizons of treatment options in dentistry are broadening rapidly. In this scenario,
applications of unconventional treatment options like use of botulinum toxin (BT) are gaining …

Botulinum toxin in masticatory muscles: short-and long-term effects on muscle, bone, and craniofacial function in adult rabbits

KL Rafferty, ZJ Liu, W Ye, AL Navarrete, TT Nguyen… - Bone, 2012 - Elsevier
Paralysis of the masticatory muscles using botulinum toxin (BTX) is a common treatment for
cosmetic reduction of the masseters as well as for conditions involving muscle spasm and …

Validity and reliability of the Helkimo clinical dysfunction index for the diagnosis of temporomandibular disorders

R Alonso-Royo, CM Sánchez-Torrelo, AJ Ibáñez-Vera… - Diagnostics, 2021 - mdpi.com
The Helkimo Clinical Dysfunction Index (HCDI) is a simple and quick test used to evaluate
subjects affected by temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), and its psychometric properties …

Botulinum toxin A in dentistry and orofacial surgery: an evidence-based review-part 1: therapeutic applications

IN Pereira, H Hassan - Evidence-based dentistry, 2022 - nature.com
Objective An evidence-based review on the safety and efficacy of botulinum toxin type-A
(BoNTA) in orofacial conditions, focusing on the therapeutic applications and role of BoNTA …

Bone and cartilage changes in rabbit mandibular condyles after 1 injection of botulinum toxin

T Matthys, HAH Dang, KL Rafferty… - American Journal of …, 2015 - Elsevier
Introduction Temporary paralysis of the masseter muscle caused by botulinum toxin is a
common treatment for temporomandibular disorders, bruxism, and muscle hypertrophy. Loss …

The use of the transparotid approach for surgical treatment of condylar fractures–Own experience

M Sikora, T Olszowski, M Sielski, A Stąpor… - Journal of Cranio …, 2015 - Elsevier
Aim To assess the results of surgical treatment of condylar fractures using the transparotid
approach. Material and methods The transparotid approach was used in 38 patients with …

Effects of botulinum toxin A on fracture healing in rats: an experimental study

A Aydin, K Memisoglu, A Cengiz, H Atmaca… - Journal of Orthopaedic …, 2012 - Springer
Introduction Fracture healing is a complex process influenced by intrinsic and extrinsic
factors. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of botulinum toxin (BTX) A …

Botulinum toxin in the masseter muscle: Lingering effects of denervation

MC Baldwin, ZJ Liu, KL Rafferty, A Keith… - The Anatomical …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) are paralytic agents used to treat a variety of conditions in
jaw muscles. Although their effect is considered temporary, there are reports of persistent …

Application of botulinum toxin A in tissue repair and regeneration

XZ Guo, YN Niu, X Zhou, Q Wei, M Li, JN Xia, YQ Cui… - Toxicon, 2024 - Elsevier
Tissue repair and regeneration present significant clinical challenges. Despite the array of
treatments currently available in this domain, the urgent demand for innovative therapies …

Treatment of displaced mandibular condylar fracture with botulinum toxin A

E Akbay, C Cevik, I Damlar, A Altan - Auris Nasus Larynx, 2014 - Elsevier
The aim of this case report is to discuss the effect on condylar reduction of botulinum toxin A
treatment used in a child with displaced fracture at condylar neck of mandible. A 3-years old …