Botox injections are becoming increasingly popularpopularity, but unfortunately, few are familiar with the intricacies of this procedure. Let's take a closer look at the main features of this procedure, as well as the pros and cons of Botox. The phrase "botulism toxin" is familiar to most people, and this name hides a type A neurotoxin, which is called Botox. The basis of the toxin is a protein produced by the microorganism Clostridium botulinum. There are many muscles on our face that are involved in facial expressions. The skin reflects their every movement, forming wrinkles in the area of the eyes, nose and forehead. The action of Botox is based on blocking the facial muscles, due to which the skin is smoothed and becomes more elastic. Getting inside the muscle, the toxin has a relaxing effect, without causing atrophy and without affecting the blood supply. Over time, people who use such procedures find it easy to control their facial expressions. In addition, long-term exposure to the neurotoxin helps smooth out even very deep wrinkles, returning the skin to a healthy appearance and elasticity.
"Botox" and "Disport" - we are looking for a difference!
Many people are confused when they hear about injections.Dysport instead of the usual Botox injections. There is no need to doubt - the active substance in the drugs is absolutely the same. Dysport is manufactured by the French company Beafour-Ipsen-Speywood. It has different storage conditions and the number of active units per package. Botox is manufactured by the American company Allergan. Despite the fact that both drugs have the same effectiveness and side effects, in Russia the term "Botox" has taken root more, which is now used to refer to all injections that prevent the transmission of motor impulses.
Background
Scientists discovered Botox in the 19th century when they were looking forthe cause of botulism. After purification, the drug began to be used in medicine, and the history of its use in cosmetology began in 1980. Currently, Botox is widely used in the United States, where almost all American women resort to its injections at least once. For some of them, this procedure becomes routine and is carried out regularly. In Russia, neurotoxin injections have not yet become widespread. Perhaps the reason for this was the considerable price of the drug. However, at present, Russian scientists are closely engaged in the development of a domestic alternative to Botox, which should lead to a decrease in the cost of injections and make the procedure more accessible. The attitude to such a fight against age is also ambiguous in other countries. For example, in the Muslim world, the main religious body of Malaysia decided to stop such procedures. This is due to the fact that in the production of Botox, some components are obtained from pork, the consumption of which is prohibited for Muslims. An important role was also played by the fact that the Asian market was flooded with counterfeit Botox, the use of which is dangerous to health.
Technical details
No special preparation is required before the procedure. It is enough to follow simple rules that will help you tolerate the injections better and without consequences, and will also enhance the effect of the drug:
- Do not drink alcohol the day before the manipulation to avoid the appearance of bruising;
- stop taking antibiotics and drugs that prevent fast blood clotting;
- the day of the procedure is better to postpone massage sessions,general cleaning and purchase of shoes, tk. all of the above requires a long inclination of the head. With frequent and prolonged inclinations of the head, the blood flows to the face, which can interfere with the correct distribution of Botox;
- It is strictly forbidden to massage and even touch the injection site;
- after the procedure should be delayed with the use of analgesics and antibiotics;
- For several hours after the injection, you can not lie down or play sports;
- from a week to ten days after a shot of Botox advise not to drink alcohol and refuse warming procedures (sauna, sauna);
- four hours after the procedure, doctors recommend to constantly work with facial muscles and keep upright.
So, following these simple rules is notwill prevent disappointment in the effect of the procedures, will eliminate possible negative consequences and will become a pleasant stage on the path to beauty. The "lunch break procedure", as neurotoxin injections are often called, allows the patient to drive a car or start work in just a few minutes.
On an armchair without fear
The Botox injection procedure usually does not requireno anesthesia and is comparable to a mosquito bite in terms of discomfort. The patient sits in a chair and the doctor, after disinfecting the injection site, injects the solution with a thin needle. Then the area of the drug is cooled with an ice pack. The procedure takes 15-20 minutes in total. If you are still afraid of painful sensations, the doctor may recommend using a special cream with an anesthetic effect. A slight heaviness in the muscles immediately after the injection should not cause concern, as the discomfort soon passes.
The question of effectiveness
If you dream of making the skin of the neck, areaaround the mouth (nasolabial folds and vertical wrinkles in this area) smoother, then, unfortunately, Botox will not help you with this. These sensitive areas require an individual approach and selection of procedures. Moreover, the use of Botox in the lower third of the face can cause deformation and sagging of tissues. But vertical wrinkles between the eyebrows and horizontal ones on the forehead, folds on the wings and bridge of the nose, "rays" in the corners of the eyes respond to Botox treatment perfectly. The result of using the drug will not take long to come and will become noticeable already on the fifth to seventh day. After two weeks from the moment of Botox administration, its effect usually reaches its maximum. However, there are exceptions to all the rules, and some notice changes already on the second day after the procedure, and some will have to wait three to four weeks for the desired result.
Forewarned is forearmed
Like any medical procedure, manipulationBotox injections are not recommended for everyone. You should avoid the procedure if you have: muscle weakness, blood clotting disorders, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are currently taking antibiotics or anticoagulants, or if you have inflammatory infection on your skin. The procedure is also contraindicated for people with an exacerbation of any chronic diseases, lung diseases, kidney or liver failure. Women are recommended to have the procedure in the middle or end of the menstrual cycle. People over sixty are not given injections with significant sagging soft tissue. The risk of any side effects when administering the drug is relatively low, and occurs in most cases due to the incorrect method of administering the drug, errors in choosing the dose, failure to comply with the rules for storing Botox and treating the injection site. Here are the main side effects observed when using this neurotoxin:
- In 1.3% of cases, pain can occur at the injection site;
- In 2% of cases, patients complain of a headache;
- Hematomas at the site of administration are observed in 6% of cases;
- Numbness in the injection site and allergic reactions to the drug, as well as the lowering of the eyebrows, are recorded in less than 1% of cases;
- Reversible ovulation of the upper eyelid and edema of the eyelids is observed in 0.14% of patients;
- 2% of complaints are due to double vision.
Positively characterizes the drug anda kind of "habituation" characteristic of these procedures. It manifests itself in the prolongation of the positive effect after the procedure, and after several manipulations it can increase from four to six months to ten months or a year. You can stop using the procedures at any time. Muscle movements will gradually return to normal, but the habit of squinting or frowning will disappear on its own, which will stop the appearance of new wrinkles.
Age qualification
If you are one of the vast majoritypeople who are affected by the neurotoxin (and according to research, there are 98 to 99.9% of them) and do not suffer from the chronic diseases listed above, the only obstacle to rejuvenation procedures using Botox may be age. Age restrictions are quite soft: from 18 to 65 years. But after sixty, you should agree to manipulations with great caution, due to the risk of tissue sagging. If you are over sixty, surgical lifting is recommended, and only then, in combination, Botox injections can be used. The optimal age for starting procedures is considered to be 30-33 years. During this period, the appearance of fine wrinkles is activated. Although your personal facial expression feature may be, for example, a habit of constantly wrinkling your nose or frowning your forehead. In this case, for the purpose of prevention, you can resort to Botox earlier.
Question price
In Russian practice of using palm treesThe most popular injections are in the area between the eyebrows and near the corners of the eyes. In Moscow salons, such a procedure will cost 6,000 rubles. Getting a smooth forehead will cost a little more - about 7,000 rubles. Recently, cosmetic creams with a Botox effect have been actively advertised as an alternative to the procedure. They are developed and offered by both medical companies and many cosmetic firms. It is worth noting that many of them are really capable of reducing the number of fine wrinkles, but only injections can penetrate deep folds.
Health pricks
Now you know the pros and cons of Botoxhas in cosmetology. But in addition to the fact that Botox is actively used in cosmetology, we should not forget about its original purpose and use in medicine. The relaxing effect of the drug will help get rid of muscle spasms in the back, neck and shoulder girdle. Injections also help in the treatment of migraines, cerebral palsy, various types of dystonia. Botox is also used to treat strabismus, multiple sclerosis, the consequences of strokes, and traumatic brain injuries. Patients suffering from stuttering, tics, constipation, and urination problems also resort to using the drug. According to recent studies, it has been proven that Botox promotes wound healing and prevents the appearance of scars. The drug is especially effective in the treatment of hyperhidrosis. The toxin does not allow impulses to be transmitted not only to the muscles, but also to the sweat glands. Thus, excessive sweating passes, and sweat secretion disappears on the second or third day after using the drug. There is no danger of disrupting the body's thermoregulation, and the skin becomes more hydrated. The positive effect of the drug is quite long-lasting and can last from six to twelve months. The palms of the hands and armpits suffer most from increased sweating in people suffering from hyperhidrosis. Since these areas are very sensitive to injections, treatment is carried out using anesthetic cream. Getting rid of the negative manifestations of the disease will cost about 30,000 rubles. We recommend reading:
