Injection techniques today can be confidently attributed to the most popular and sought-after area of aesthetic medicine. Patients can see and appreciate the pronounced effect almost immediately after the injection procedure, which is why so many estheticians strive to master these techniques. One of the most popular injectable procedures is botulinum toxin injections, which can eliminate mimic wrinkles.
But since such drugs can have some side effects, there are a number of restrictions that the specialist must inform his patient about after the introduction of botulinum toxin. Read about them on estet-portal.com in today's article.
Why are restrictions needed after botulinum toxin injection?
Injections of botulinum toxin preparations today are leading in the list of the most popular and sought-after anti-aging procedures. Indeed, the patient enters the doctor's office with wrinkles, and returns with smooth and visibly rejuvenated skin.
However, such a tempting procedure is extremely rare, but can be accompanied by unpleasant side effects such as pain, swelling and redness, temporary muscle weakness, and even drug migration. It is in order to avoid these complications that the doctor must definitely warn his patient about strict restrictions after the introduction of botulinum toxin.
Botulinum toxin injection:
- restrictions in the first 24 hours after botulinum toxin injection;
- restrictions in the first 48 hours after botulinum toxin injection;
- restrictions in the first two weeks after the injection of botulinum toxin.
Restrictions in the first 24 hours after botulinum toxin administration
Strict restrictions on the first day after the introduction of botulinum toxin are necessary, first of all, in order to prevent the migration of the drug from the injection site to other areas. For this you need:
- for 4-8 hours after the procedure, keep the vertical position of the head;
- within 6 hours after the procedure, avoid lying position of the body, as well as bending forward;
- within 24 hours after the procedure, massage, rub or otherwise irritate the skin in the injection area.
And in order to avoid swelling, redness and itching of the skin at the injection sites, on the first day after the procedure, you can not drink alcohol, take a hot shower, wash your hair and dry your hair with a hot hairdryer, carry out any other cosmetic facials, as well as avoiding heat on the face, such as cooking over a hot stove.
Restrictions in the first 48 hours after botulinum toxin administration
During the first 48 hours after the administration of botulinum toxin, restrictions are primarily aimed at preventing the occurrence of bruising. To do this, in the first two days it is recommended:
- avoid strenuous activity that causes high blood pressure;
- limit visits to saunas, baths and solariums;
- avoid exposure to exposed sunlight (until redness and bruising completely disappear).
If the patient has swelling or bruising after botulinum toxin injection, cold compresses can be applied 2-3 times a day for 10 minutes to reduce them.
Restrictions in the first two weeks after botulinum toxin administration
For two weeks after botulinum toxin administration, except for the first 48 hours, there is no need for particularly strict restrictions. However, the patient must take care of the condition of his skin. If exposure to sunlight is expected, it is very important to use a reliable sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30.
During the first two weeks after the procedure, the patient should not visit the sauna and solarium, as well as undergo massages and facial treatments.
It is extremely important for a specialist to give the correct recommendations to the patient after the injection of botulinum toxin, since the result of the procedure directly depends on their observance.
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