Botox for Scars: An Unexpected Combination

In an article featured in Allure Magazine Online, it was reported that Botox may now be used as a treatment for facial scars. How would this measure up to laser and light treatments that are currently used to treat scars? Will it provide both scar reduction and anti-aging benefits simultaneously?

It's an interesting application for Botox, which is often touted as the modern-day aspirin or antibiotics in that it has multiple uses. Often referred to as a post Y2K miracle drug, Botox is being tested as a treatment for asthma and depression and is FDA-approved for excessive sweating, migraines, and even incontinence. 

It's an interesting discovery that Botox may help with facial scars. But will providers and patients make the switch from laser skin treatments, microneedling, and light therapies that are currently used for scar reduction?