Botox injections for the face and neck
Botox injection technique is one of the most common non-surgical cosmetic procedures to get rid of signs of aging on the skin such as fine lines and wrinkles. “Botox” is the trade name for a substance called botulinum, a toxic substance that targets the nervous system so that it inhibits it and prevents it from sending signals that cause muscle contractions; Which leads to its relaxation and thus the disappearance of wrinkles.
Botox is treated before use, and it has many types, most notably Dysport, which is very effective in getting rid of expressive wrinkles in the face and neck, and the most prominent uses of Botox injections for the face and neck are as follows:
- Getting rid of wrinkles around the eyes.
- Frown and frown lines.
- Hide horizontal wrinkles in the forehead area.
- Getting rid of chin wrinkles.
- Retract the nose, and raise the corners of the mouth.
- Getting rid of the gummy smile problem.
- Migraine treatment.
Botox injections are considered a safe, pain-free, and quick way to get rid of face and neck wrinkles, but early intervention is preferred to treat minor lines and wrinkles; before turning into permanent wrinkles. Although the results of Botox are not permanent (usually lasting several months) depending on the situation, even after the effect of the Botox injections, the condition of the skin is better than it was before the injection.
Steps of a Botox injection session for the face and neck
- An introductory session is held between the doctor and the patient, during which the doctor studies the case, inquires about the health condition, examines the area to be injected, and finds out the degree of wrinkles and its suitability for Botox injections or not.
- The Botox injection session is done under local anesthesia; To reduce the feeling of any pain during the session.
- The doctor begins preparing the Botox powder by diluting it with saline.
- Then the injection step of the substance directly into the neuromuscular tissue of the target area begins.
He may think that a seemingly simple Botox session, on average, does not take more than half an hour, but in fact it is a delicate process that requires professionalism and great experience from the doctor and to be fully aware of the exact locations of the facial muscles because any error in estimating the injection site or in the amount of botox used; It may lead to disappointing results.
After Botox injection session for the face and neck
The initial results appear within 4 or 7 days of the Botox injection session, while the final results appear within two weeks. The number of sessions is a matter determined by the doctor according to the case. On average, the effect of Botox lasts from 6 months to a year and a half, depending on the condition of the muscles, the elasticity of the skin, etc.
Choosing a trusted place, and an expert doctor who uses the best internationally approved types of Botox, is one of the factors that contribute to achieving the desired results and completely safely without any side effects that, despite their rarity, may occur, most notably:
- Bleeding occurs.
- Having an infection.
- Sensitivity and headache.
- Weakness or paralysis of the muscles in the places near the injection.
- Temporary numbness and drooping of the eyelids.
- General malaise or fatigue.
It is also recommended to strictly implement the doctor’s instructions in the period following the Botox injection session, including the following:
- Adhere to the sleeping position, which is lying on the back, and avoid sleeping on either side of the face.
- Avoid exaggerated facial expressions.
- Avoid strenuous exercise and exposure to the sun.
- Avoid touching, rubbing or massaging the injection site.
- Do not tilt the head for 8 hours after the session.
Botox injection technique is suitable for cases of wrinkles and facial expression lines, simple to medium, but in cases that are more difficult than sagging skin, surgical intervention is often the most appropriate for them.