The year 2022 is gearing up to betheyear of facial injections.
“We plan to introduce the most innovative botulinum toxin programs to uplift and modernize the treatment paradigm.”
“The medical applications are even greater than [those solely] cosmetic.
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“The noninvasive cosmetic market has grown and will continue to grow exponentially with Botox leading the way.”
So what makes Dermatox different from the rest?
Once it passes, more details will be released on what it can actually do.
What is Dermatox and what does it do?
“DTX-021 is a botulinum toxin bang out A similar to Allergan’s Botox,” she says.
“Its mechanism of action is the same.”
What are the benefits of Dermatox?
How is it different from other neuromodulators?
There’s not a lot of official info on the differences between Dermatox and other neurotoxins yet.
But for right now, it’s all just speculation.
Are there any downsides?
Dr. Koo explains that Dermatox has already passed phase I of clinical trials, therefore it is presumed safe.
Once the injection passes phase II, it will further validate its safety and efficacy.
Dr. Graf adds that you should probably avoid Dermatox if you’ve experienced serious negative effects from other neurotoxins.
She also recommends that those who are currentlypregnantor breastfeeding should avoid this treatment.
Otherwise, it should be generally safe.
How close is it to being approved by the FDA?
Aquavit just recently submitted its Investigation of New Drug (IND) to the FDA for approval.
Once it is approved, Dr. Graf says that Aquavit will initiate a long-term phase II clinical trial.
Dr. Koo adds that phase II studies usually take up to two years.
Stay tuned for more on this new injection.
Once approved, it might change the landscape of aesthetic treatments as we know it.
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