How to eliminate expression wrinkles? With Botox, of course! No cream or face mask can achieve the same effect as using a drug based on botulinum toxin. But despite the advantages, there are still disadvantages. And the main one is limited action. Is it possible to increase its effect, and what is needed for this?
If we recall the history of the appearance of botulinum toxin in cosmetology, it came from medicine. It was used to treat blepharospasm, then to correct neurological disorders, and only then in cosmetology.
Dermatologist cosmetologist at the D.R. clinic Grishkyana - Kogan Lidiya Samuilovna. There are contraindications, specialist consultation is required
What is Botox?
Botox® Cosmetic is Allergan's best-known injectable neurotoxin that temporarily relaxes facial muscles to soften dynamic wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle movements.
It works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles so that the injected muscle cannot contract.
Botox was originally developed to treat conditions such as cerebral palsy, but was later used to treat wrinkles around the eyes, glabellar lines and forehead wrinkles.
After some time, cosmetologists began to use this drug to soften and smooth out wrinkles in the lip area, “rabbit lines” on the nose, chin and neck.
Botox can also relax your jaw muscles. “A very popular area for Botox injection is the masseter muscle, as well as for facial slimming. Treatment of this area produces positive cosmetic results and also helps patients who grind their teeth (bruxism).
Medicinally, it is used to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive underarm sweating), lazy eye (medically known as strabismus), chronic eyelid twitching (blepharospasm), chronic migraines, other types of muscle spasms, and vaginismus.
What to do before and after the procedure
Despite the fact that Botox injections do not harm the body, there are still a number of conditions when such procedures should not be performed. Such contraindications include:
1. Taking certain medications, for example, antibiotics or microcoagulants. If the client has undergone drug treatment, then Botox injections are allowed no earlier than 2-3 weeks after stopping the medication.
2. Myasthenia gravis. This neurological disease is characterized by muscle weakness, most often observed in the eye area.
3. Hemophilia. With this disease, even microtraumas can lead to bleeding, and extensive hematomas will form at the injection site.
4. Chronic diseases that have become acute, obstructive pulmonary pathologies, wounds and inflammatory processes at the sites where the drug is supposed to be administered. The procedure can only be performed after complete recovery.
The reason for refusing the procedure is pregnancy and lactation, alcohol and cigarette abuse.
Additionally, Botox is not used to treat wrinkles in clients who have had botulism. Their body becomes insensitive to this toxin, which means that the injections will not bring the desired result. At the first meeting, the doctor must find out whether the client has any contraindications. If a person is healthy, does not take any medications and does not have individual intolerance to individual components of the drug, then a date for the procedure can be set.
After the “beauty injections” some restrictions will apply. You can't lie down for the first few hours. If the body is in a horizontal position, the toxin, under the influence of gravity, can paralyze the wrong muscles.
The effect of Botox injections becomes noticeable the next day after its administration, but the recovery period lasts much longer.
For two weeks, you should limit your intake of alcohol, fatty and spicy foods; it is also not recommended to visit swimming pools, beaches, solariums and saunas.
Botulinum toxin injections can be combined with other cosmetic procedures, but a break must be taken between them.
What are the pros and cons of Botox?
pros
- Botox is considered the gold standard for relaxing and removing dynamic fine lines and wrinkles caused by facial muscle movement.
- The procedure is quick and relatively painless. In some cases, the injections take only five minutes.
- In most cases, it leaves no traces after the procedure
Minuses
- The results from Botox treatments are not permanent. To maintain the results, you will need to visit your doctor every three to four months.
- Common side effects include bruising, which sometimes appears at the injection site and lasts up to a week.
- If the injections are not done correctly, you may see asymmetrical results, such as drooping eyelids or the corner of your mouth, which may take three to four months to subside.
- Seeing an untrained or untrained esthetician, or using a type of botulinum toxin that has not been purified or approved for medical use, may result in an emergency situation. Make sure you find a qualified esthetician to administer the real thing to you. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant in the near future, Botox is not for you: the drug has not been tested in such cases.
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Botox injections for wrinkles
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How much does it cost to get Botox?
Average cost: 10,000 ₽
You should expect a cost of between RUB 300 and RUB 500 per unit. The number of units depends on the depth of the wrinkles and the size of the treated area.
You can find out more about the cost of the procedure by following the link: Botox for face price
Botox prices can be confusing. Some charge by zone, others by unit. In our practice, we charge per unit of drug. This allows us to determine the amount of drug used and charge the patient only for the exact amount they need.
Unit price may vary depending on your esthetician's experience level.
The number of units entered into a particular area may vary. For example, to remove wrinkles between the eyebrows, the optimal amount for most women is 25 units. In practice, it may be as little as 10 units [for a young woman with a very small forehead] or 30 units [for a larger forehead or deeper wrinkles].”
The cost of Botox can also vary by city or even location, as some areas have higher rents that need to be covered.
At what age should you start getting Botox?
Although this drug is approved for patients over 18 years of age, most doctors recommend starting its use between the ages of 20 and 30 for “pre-aging.” Regular treatments can delay the formation of new wrinkles.
Darmed Clinic's patients include many young patients who undergo Botox as a preventative measure, and the results are remarkable. In fact, treating patients at a younger age prevents the appearance of deeper lines and wrinkles in these areas.
Contraindications
A good candidate is a healthy adult who is not pregnant or breastfeeding. The drug is contraindicated during pregnancy, although this is largely due to the fact that its safety has not been established in human studies.
- Despite the good tolerability of the drug, there are some contraindications to its use.
- If you are hypersensitive to any botulinum toxin, avoid this procedure.
- If you have an infection at the injection site, you will need to clear it up first.
- The drug is not recommended for people with neuromuscular diseases (for example, multiple sclerosis or myasthenia gravis).
Tell your doctor about any medications you take—over-the-counter medications, flu medications, or prescription antibiotics—as well as supplements and vitamins.
Why clients choose Telos Beauty Prof clinic
- The Expert Cosmetology Clinic has valued its impeccable reputation since 2009!
- Our doctors have developed proprietary programs to effectively solve even complex problems.
- Specialists will never perform a procedure if it is not indicated for you.
- We carefully select our staff; the procedure is performed only by cosmetologists.
- We use only original drugs and equipment to ensure that the procedure is as safe and accurate as possible.
- We have our own parking, no need to waste time looking for a space on neighboring streets.
- We attach great importance to your safety and compliance with sanitary standards. Checko systems control the microclimate in the clinic premises.
- Thousands of grateful clients trust us, recommending us to friends and family.
What are the possible side effects?
Clinical trials have shown that Botox is safe, with minimal risks and side effects. The most common ones include dry mouth, fatigue, discomfort at the injection site, headache, neck pain, and vision problems including blurred vision and dry eyes.
However, some people are concerned that the drug contains a toxin—botulinum toxin type A, produced by a type of bacteria called Clostridium botulinum—that temporarily interrupts nerve signals between muscles.
While it won't give you botulism (a type of food poisoning), the so-called "beautiful poison" can pose a real danger in the wrong hands.
Serious but rare complications of botulinum toxin injections include problems swallowing, breathing or speaking. These risks increase if you see a cosmetic dentist who has not been properly trained and accredited.
Allergic reactions are also rare, but they can occur hours or even days after a Botox injection. Get emergency medical help if you develop hives and itching, shortness of breath, feeling faint, or swelling of your face, tongue, or throat.
There is also a risk that it may inadvertently spread to other areas, causing drooping eyelids, a crooked smile or arched eyebrows.
The closer Botox is to the eyebrows, the higher the risk of causing heaviness or drooping eyelids. Brow drooping can also occur if too much is injected between the eyebrows.
Luckily, there is a solution for this: If the injection was done too abruptly and you end up with a surprised look, a few units of Botox carefully injected into the forehead at a follow-up appointment can correct the situation.
If you have any concerns about these risks, ask your esthetician to talk to you about the prescription and answer any questions before your procedure.
Secrets of 3D microtechnique for introducing Botox into the forehead and eyebrows
“I've been doing Botox for many years. And the main request of my patients is to maintain a natural appearance of the face, to prevent drooping of the eyebrows, but, on the contrary, to raise the eyelids and the central part of the forehead.
The basic principle of my injection technique is three-dimensional penetration of the entire thickness of the forehead muscles. This allows you to get a very natural rejuvenation and lifting effect at the same time
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The fact is that in the forehead there are muscles that both raise and lower it. And only fine adjustment of the tension of these two opposing muscle groups can produce miracles.
Very often, specialists inject too much Botox into the muscles between the eyebrows, which leads to a “dropping” of the forehead, and, conversely, if there is not enough drug, they lift up and the eyebrows become a “house” (Mephistopheles’ eyebrows). The secret is balance and precise knowledge of the anatomical location of muscle fibers.”
Andrey Iskornev, head of the Platinental clinic.
How does the procedure work?
The process begins with a consultation, during which you and your esthetician discuss your concerns, goals and medical history to make sure injections are safe for you.
Photos may also be taken so you can see the changes after the procedure. Your face is then cleansed and the doctor injects the problem areas.
Botox injections are, of course, a lunchtime procedure that usually takes about 10 minutes. You can leave your home to have the procedure and then immediately return to the office.
If you have any redness or bruising, they can be easily hidden with makeup.
Preparation
Injections into the lips are done only as prescribed by a doctor. Therefore, at the first visit to the clinic, an anamnesis is drawn up and a conclusion is made. Once approval is received, tests are ordered. 2-3 days before the procedure, you should not drink alcohol, spicy or salty foods, or take medications from these groups.
All private clinics enter into an agreement for the provision of services. The cosmetologist will ask you to smile and express different facial expressions. This is done to determine which muscles are used the most.
When will you see results and how long will they last?
Because Botox must bind to receptors on nerve cells to relax muscles, its effects do not appear immediately.
Results begin to appear already on the second or third day, the full effect of Botox injections appears after 2 weeks. At Darmed Clinic cosmetology, we interview all patients after Botox injections two weeks later to evaluate the results and find out if they need any additional adjustments.
The body is constantly forming new receptors and neurotransmitters, and each patient will have a different duration of effect. Therefore, the average result from a Botox procedure can be three to four months, but according to the manufacturer of the drug, the duration of the effect is 6 months.
Remember, while the Botox is working, you get “wrinkle-free time.” So if it lasts for six months and you only do it once a year, you'll still get fewer wrinkles.
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The rehabilitation period after correction of wrinkles with botulinum toxin preparations
To eliminate the risk of complications and get the most pronounced results from the procedure, during the first days after the session you must follow a number of recommendations:
- If possible, limit sharp downward tilts of the head;
- do not take the “lying on your stomach” position in your sleep;
- exclude physical activity;
- refrain from visiting the bathhouse, sauna and solarium (up to 2 weeks);
- Do not use decorative cosmetics until the punctures are completely healed.
In addition, for 2 weeks you must refrain from taking antibiotics and other medications that can have a negative effect on the result of the procedure (the use of medications must be agreed with your doctor).
What alternatives to Botox are there?
Dysport, Xeomin, and Relatox are other injectable neurotoxins derived from botulinum toxin type A that can give you similar results for a similar duration.
Aside from toxins, as an alternative you can also consider hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvéderm or Belotero to add volume and fill in wrinkles.
Laser resurfacing, such as a CO2 laser, or light to medium depth chemical peels can also eliminate fine lines and wrinkles (including those caused by sun damage). However, these cosmetic procedures require much longer recovery time and have a higher risk of possible side effects.
Properties of botulinum toxin
The toxin has a strong effect on the human body. It blocks the transmission of impulses and smoothes the skin. Several companies in different countries are involved in the production of botulinum toxin-based drugs. They differ in several ways:
- price;
- duration;
- degree of influence on cells;
- composition;
- side effects.
To reduce the occurrence of side effects, special components are often added to the composition. This increases the price of the product. The toxin itself can be classified by particle size. The less, the better the substance is absorbed.
The toxin is the cause of many side effects; they are associated with medical errors. Due to the injections, there may be swelling at first.
Do you use Botox on your lips?
Which parts of the face can be corrected with Botox?
When you hear the word Botox, what comes to your mind? Frown in front of a cosmetologist to emphasize your eleven wrinkles? Tiny spots decorating your eyebrows after a beauty injection? A quick needle prick into every crease of your crow's feet? For most, botulinum toxins are a means of correcting the upper part of the face, such as Botox for the forehead, glabellar area and area around the eyes. This is the most popular way to prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time by calming the muscles that move when we are surprised, worried or genuinely happy.
Also now very popular is the correction of the entire oval of the face, full face (full face) with Botox, to alleviate age-related or stress changes, increase the durability of fillers and literally transform our gloomy faces. Officially, the drug can only be used on the upper part of the face; all other areas are considered prohibited. However, many doctors have been injecting Botox around the mouth, into the chin and chewing muscles, under the jaw and into the neck for over a decade.
Price for Botox in Moscow
- Botox. Dysport. Xeomin / Hyperhidrosis / Full face
Read the terms of the promotionName of service Promotion price, rub. price, rub. Botox/ unit 410 Xeomin/unit 390 Dysport/unit 150 Myotox/unit 400 Full Face using botulinum toxins 28 100 37 500 Correction of hyperhidrosis/500 units 30 550 35 950 Correction of hyperhidrosis/ 400 units 30 950 Make an appointment
