The desire to improve their appearance has been characteristic of people since the foundation of the world. Modern medicine and cosmetology are ready to offer everyone a miraculous anti-aging technique, better known as “Botox injections into the forehead”. How effective is such a procedure, and what are the main contraindications to it?

The essence of the procedure and preparation rules

Botulinum toxin injections have long entered the lives of modern clients of cosmetology clinics. But why are injections of this drug so popular?

People tend to experience emotions, more or less vivid. A particularly emotional person runs the risk of sooner or later encountering the problem of wrinkles on his face. And all because laughter, anger, discontent and other shades of feelings, accompanied by active facial expressions, invariably affect the condition of the skin. There are two ways out of this situation: to fully control your emotions, not allowing them to appear on the face (which not everyone can do) or to eliminate the first outlined wrinkles with the help of special injections.

The forehead is the largest part of the human face. It is in this area that any skin defects are most clearly monitored. Various creams, serums and emulsions often do not give the expected result. In this case, botulinum toxin injections come to the rescue.

Note! For more than 20 years, Botox has been produced in the vastness of America by Allergan.It is interesting that Botox is applicable not only in aesthetic, but also in practical medicine. The basis of the drug is botulism toxin, and in other words - poison, which in the case of uncontrolled use entails paralysis and death.

However, experts and scientists have managed to wrap the properties of botulinum toxin for the benefit of human appearance. With the right dosage and accurate administration of the drug, even the deepest creases of the skin are smoothed out. Using a very thin needle, the doctor makes injections, injecting the drug into problem areas of the forehead or other areas of the face. As a result, botulinum toxin blocks the transmission of the nerve impulse of the muscle, after which it relaxes, passing into the "rest" mode. The skin over the treated area is smoothed as if by magic.

Going to the procedure, you should discuss all the possible risks with your doctor.

The specialist must instruct the patient on preparations for injections:

  1. The day before the procedure, you should not drink alcohol to avoid the appearance of bruises and bruises.
  2. 7 days before the injection, anticoagulants and antibiotics should be completed.

Advice! Some cosmetologists do not recommend patients to bow their heads down for a long time directly on the day of the procedure. Otherwise, there will be an increase in blood circulation in the face area. This will negatively affect the quality of the distribution of the drug. With this recommendation in mind, one should not shortly before injections attend massage sessions, wash the floor, try on, bending over, shoes, etc.

How many units of injection are needed

How many Botox units are needed on the forehead? It should be noted that the composition is injected into the muscles between the eyebrows in small quantities. Typically, between 2 and 30 units of the drug are sufficient for the forehead area. Specific figures depend on the patient’s skin condition. The exact amount of the drug administered should be discussed with your doctor in advance.

Note! The cost of 1 unit of Botox is 250-400 p. Thus, the minimum cost of the administered drug will be 500-1000 p. Complete elimination of deep wrinkles in the area between the eyebrows will cost 6000-7000 p.

Photos before and after injections

Real photographs of people who went through the beauty injection procedure are more than eloquent. The result before and after speaks for itself.

How long does the effect last?

Botox injections in the forehead do not immediately fulfill their function of smoothing wrinkles. The desired results begin to appear on 2-3 days, and the maximum effect is revealed after about 2 weeks.

The effect of the administration of this drug lasts approximately six months (an average of 3-4 months). Do not forget that over time, botulinum toxin is excreted from the body, after which the muscles come back to life and injections are repeated.

In a sense, the need for constant updating is a big plus, because not all patients are satisfied with the consequences of beauty injections. But, on the other hand, patients who are satisfied with the results of this procedure, of course, want to delay the effect longer.

What can not be done after Botox in the forehead

The effect of injections from wrinkles will last several times longer, if you take into account several recommendations:

  1. 2 weeks after injections should not take a hot bath. During the same period, alcohol should be avoided.
  2. The first 10 days should minimize physical activity and occupation by the port - especially those that involve downward slopes.
  3. It is forbidden to use a scrub in the forehead.
  4. Within 4 hours after the injection, it is useful to be in an upright position, and the next 24 hours in every possible way to strain the facial muscles of the face.

After the procedure for the introduction of botulinum toxin, it is not recommended to resort to ultrasonic facial cleansing, visit a sauna and a bath, and also do eyebrow tattooing. All of these procedures can activate a muscle that is disabled by injections.

Consequences and contraindications

If contraindications and the technology of the procedure are not observed, beauty injections can provoke a number of negative consequences for health, including:

  • pain at the injection site;
  • headache;
  • hematomas at the site of exposure;
  • allergic reactions;
  • drooping upper eyelids and eyebrows;
  • numbness and swelling at the injection site.

Most often, complications are not directly related to one drug. Problems arise when the dose, method and location are incorrectly selected, sterility is not respected, etc. An unprofessional approach can lead to the person “freezing”, becoming like a solid mask. In rare cases, hyperthermia, muscle weakness, palpitations, difficulty in swallowing and breathing may occur. All these problems gradually go away by themselves.

There are few contraindications to botulinum toxin injections, but you should be aware of them:

  1. Pregnancy and lactation. If the drug was administered before pregnancy, the woman may not worry: botulinum toxin does not enter the bloodstream, therefore, it can not harm the fetus.
  2. Age restrictions. The procedure is not recommended for persons under 18 years of age.
  3. Oncological diseases.
  4. Myopia
  5. Myasthenic syndrome.

The exact list of contraindications should be checked with your doctor before you go for an injection.

Recommendations of cosmetologists

Specialists-cosmetologists often encounter a number of issues of interest to customers.

Here are the answers to the most common ones:

  1. What are the benefits of Botox? Botulinum toxin injections can easily eliminate horizontal and vertical folds of the forehead. Together with an affordable price, this fact makes the procedure a safe analogue of plastic surgery.
  2. Do Botox injections really immobilize your face and freeze facial expressions? The complete immobility of the forehead muscles is a relic of the past. Modern technology allows you to maintain the facial expression of the human face. Of course, all this is possible provided you contact a qualified specialist.
  3. Are there botulinum toxin insensitive people? According to statistics, such phenomena are quite rare - in 1-2% of the total number of patients.
  4. When is the best time to start Botox injections? Beauty injections are recommended for patients of both sexes aged 18-65 years. It is best to start doing this procedure at 30-35 years old: it is at this age that the first wrinkles appear. However, people with excessively lively facial expressions can start injecting botulinum toxin earlier for prevention. After 60 years, the use of Botox should be approached very carefully. It is best to start the rejuvenation process with surgical lifting.
  5. Can I get used to botulinum toxin? Experts are sure that it is possible, but only in a good way. In other words, after the first injections, the effect of the drug lasts 4-6 months. Repeated injections fix the result, and it will last 10-12 months or even longer. Also a plus is the fact that after repeated injections, the habit of squinting, frowning and “playing” in every possible way with a face disappears with itself.
  6. How effective are the currently widely recognized Botox creams? Such tools can help reduce the number of fine wrinkles, but in terms of strength and depth of penetration into the muscle layers and the elimination of impressive creases between the eyebrows, they are essentially injections.

Botox injections in the forehead is a modern cosmetic procedure that is enjoying unprecedented popularity. Thanks to the effects of botulinum toxin, even the most pronounced facial wrinkles can be eliminated. A relatively small number of contraindications makes injections available to a wide range of patients.

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