Botulinum therapy is one of the safest methods in cosmetology. In addition, it helps to cope with complications after other aesthetic procedures and interventions. How, we will find out from an authoritative source.
Last December, the X National Congress “Plastic Surgery, Aesthetic Medicine and Cosmetology” took place, at which many relevant and interesting issues of aesthetic medicine and cosmetology were discussed. An entire session called “BOTO Summit” was dedicated to botulinum therapy. It is no secret that in the era of “self-improvement”, in addition to a significant increase in aesthetic procedures and techniques, the number of complications after their implementation is also increasing. Therefore, topics on how to cope with adverse events and their correction were of particular interest. excerpts from the report “Botulinum therapy in the treatment of complications after aesthetic procedures”, which was presented by Candidate of Medical Sciences, neurologist at the Central Institute of Botulinum Therapy and Current Neurology, member of the Ministry of Occupational Therapy Therapy Zagidat Narimanovna Konovalova
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What can botulinum toxin do?
Everyone knows that injections of botulinum toxin (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Relatox and other drugs) allow you to straighten facial wrinkles, relax tension on the face, after which it looks younger and more attractive. Botulinum therapy for cosmetic purposes is one of the most popular and frequent procedures. However, botulinum toxin can also become an assistant for correcting complications after aesthetic interventions. “This drug is amazing in its capabilities,” says Zagidat Konovalova. “It can not only provide dosed muscle relaxation, but also has an analgesic effect, and also becomes relevant for the correction of complications. Their spectrum is very wide, from so-called adverse events to severe disorders that can appear on both the face and body. With timely detection and proper treatment, complications can be successfully corrected.”
What are the complications after aesthetic procedures:
- Allergy
- Infection
- Edema
- Hematoma
- Burn
- Thrombosis
- Necrosis
- Pigmentation
- Fibrosis
- Neurological disorders
What complications does botulinum toxin treat?
“One of the most common complications after various aesthetic procedures are neurological disorders (asymmetry, hyperkinesis, neuropathy, myospasms, myofascial pain syndrome), notes Zagidat Konovalova. — They can occur both after surgical and non-surgical procedures, for example, the introduction of fillers, thread implantation, and hardware. Be temporary or permanent. In this case, symptoms may be delayed (that is, not appear immediately), for example, as a result of migration of the drug, tearing off of the thread, and so on.
Plastic surgery is always a violation of tissue integrity, be it blepharoplasty, circular facial plastic surgery, abdominoplasty, mammoplasty, and so on. Here, too, doctors most often encounter neuropathy (a symptom complex consisting of motor, sensory, and autonomic manifestations) as a result of a violation of the integrity of the nerve due to trauma with instruments, compression (squeezing) due to edema, hematoma, exposure to the drug, and ischemia.”
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How the patient may feel during complications
Neurological complications most often occur due to damage to the facial or trigeminal nerves. With non-surgical procedures, the patient may notice the fact of such a violation during the process, which is manifested by sharp pain. The facial nerve is responsible for the motor activity of the facial muscles. When it is damaged, various motor function disorders can be observed, for example, asymmetry, hyperkinesis, etc.
“Patients also often complain of impaired sensitivity after aesthetic manipulations,” notes Zagidat Konovalova. - This can manifest as both hypersensitivity and numbness. And also the sensation of “crawling flies”, “facial hair”, tingling, burning, pain. Such disorders often occur due to trauma to the branches of the trigeminal nerve and require a visit to the clinic to a neurologist, a specialist in facial neurology.”
Start with self-love: where to get money for beauty
“Everyone wants to look good, but only the rich can afford it.” Do you think so too, that’s why you don’t buy good cosmetics and try to give every penny to your children and grandchildren? Commendable, but when will the moment come when someone will start helping you? Oh, yes... in old age... they will bring you a glass of water...
Money for beauty
Or maybe reconsider your attitude to the situation? Will your loved ones be against it if you start taking care of your health and appearance? A beautiful, healthy and young grandmother is always a source of pride for her grandchildren. In addition, looking good means getting a boost of energy and good mood in the morning. Everyone will benefit from this!
Of course, when the flow of money becomes somewhat shallower, there will be those who are dissatisfied. But you don’t have to worry about this - they will manage just fine without your injections. Moreover, this will encourage young people to solve the problem in honest ways, for example, by finding a better job or spending their budget wisely. This practice is so useful in life!
In general, we found the money, and now we begin to rejuvenate the skin.
Treatment methods for complications
“To treat the motor functions of facial muscles with botulinum toxin, they first determine which muscles are damaged, which part of the face is impaired, and perform a series of injections into similar muscles on the opposite side of the face,” continues Zagidat Konovalova. “In this way, an aesthetic effect is achieved and the motor activity of the affected muscle is stimulated. The result can be observed within 10-14 days after injections.
If there are sensory disturbances, then in such cases it may be recommended to treat with botulinum neuroprotein subcutaneously on both sides so as not to provoke asymmetry. Also, sometimes two types of disorders are observed at once, which lead to both problems with sensitivity and motor pathologies, and therefore require the use of the two described methods.”
The main thing is timeliness
“Basically, disorders of the nerve branches occur due to the anatomical features or the techniques used,” concludes Zagidat Konovalova. “Naturally, patients faced with such a problem are extremely anxious. They are very concerned about whether their condition will return to normal and how long the recovery will take. Therefore, you should immediately tell your doctor about all the nuances and sensations that appear both during the procedures and after them. And it is very important for a specialist to begin intensive treatment, including botulinum therapy, immediately after identifying the pathology.”
Tired type of aging
The tired type of facial aging is more common in younger patients. Typically, such “tired faces” occur in normosthenics - not thin or large people with a normal physique and a moderately pronounced subcutaneous fat layer. This is the most common type of aging in Russia; it is characteristic of the Slavs. This type of skin is moderately dry. There is no particular congestion of subcutaneous fat, so deformation changes are small, but weakness of the muscular system is noted. This type is characterized by impaired lymph flow.
Procedures to restore tone to the legs
To tone your legs and improve blood microcirculation, after taking a shower, pour cool water over your legs, which stimulates the venous system and improves blood circulation. An ideal ritual for women with heavy legs!
The second morning ritual that will help keep your legs light throughout the day is massage . To stimulate blood circulation after your morning shower, massage your legs from bottom to top using moisturizing milk. This ritual facilitates blood circulation and at the same time moisturizes the skin. This toning massage is also beneficial for the hands.
How to determine if you have the deformational-edematous type
It is not necessary to wait for age-related changes to understand that you have exactly this morphotype. This can be done before the age of 30, just look at your mother and grandmothers. This type is closely related to heredity.
There is another way - look at famous mature actresses and singers in their youth. Find those with whom you have common features in appearance. They indicate that you have the same morphotype of age-related changes. You will age about the same as they do.
If you are overweight or have a predisposition to it, then most likely you have a Slavic type. In this case, you need to constantly monitor your body weight to avoid sagging and drooping tissue.
However, it should be borne in mind that based on all of the above, one can only assume what changes will occur to the face in old age. Of course, in many respects everything depends on genetics, but other factors (care, lifestyle, etc.) cannot be ignored.
Rituals that energize
It is very important to always, even on weekends and during vacations, adhere to a single sleep-wake cycle. By waking up and falling asleep at the same time, you synchronize this cycle, which guarantees complete and restorative sleep. For better health when waking up, it is recommended to calculate the cycles and phases of sleep and wake up at the end of the cycle.
In order for the body to fully wake up, after awakening it is necessary to replenish the lack of fluid. For this, for example, green tea, rich in antioxidants, is suitable.
Finally, the last morning ritual is breakfast. Food eaten at breakfast is best processed by the body throughout the day, so this meal should be the richest. Fresh fruits, grains and fiber make an excellent basis for breakfast. Drink a glass of fruit juice, coffee, black, or better yet, white or green tea. During breakfast, we build up a supply of energy that will last us until lunch.
Care and cosmetics
Maintenance must be regular. Every day, the skin is subjected to serious tests - the pores become clogged, and as a result, the cells cannot receive enough oxygen and nutrients. Care is not just washing twice a day with plain water, but a whole step-by-step procedure:
- make-up remover using soft foam without aggressive substances, based on micellar water;
- treatment with tonic;
- applying serum;
- using a product for the eye area (for swelling, circles, possibly with a lifting effect);
- applying a moisturizing and nourishing cream (different for night and day).
Approximately 2 – 3 times a week you need to use a scrub. You can buy ready-made products or make the composition yourself. Drinking brewed coffee, ground almond kernels, and sea salt are suitable for this. you can add honey, essential oils, vitamins, fruit or vegetable purees, bran, and so on.
You should also pamper your skin twice a week with a mask containing nutrients, collagen and hyaluronic acid. For age-related and problematic dermis, salon procedures are more suitable:
- mesotherapy;
- chemical peeling;
- microcurrents;
- laser and phototherapy.
It is very important to use both decorative and skincare cosmetics in exact accordance with your skin type. Before use, you need to conduct an allergy test - apply the product to the elbow or wrist for 5 minutes. Under no circumstances should you use expired or low-quality cosmetics, as this can lead to a deterioration in the condition of the epidermis and allergic reactions.
There are many factors that spoil the skin. But negative consequences can be avoided if you adhere to all the rules of care and lead a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle.
