Dr. Bianka Toebben has over 20 years of experience in the field of aesthetic medicine. In his practice, the doctor combines traditional anti-age methods, as well as alternative medicine. Skin rejuvenation methods include acupuncture and acupressure, which can improve the condition of the skin and have a beneficial effect on the state of the whole body. Dr. Toebben talks about the benefits of acupressure and facial acupuncture and the application of these procedures in his practice.
Acupuncture points on the face and their role in skin rejuvenation
Acupuncture points are collections of blood vessels and nerves that permeate the superficial fascia. When a needle is inserted into the acupuncture point, there is an immediate effect on the circulatory and nervous system, resulting in the production of serotonin and dopamine in the central nervous system.
When a needle is inserted into the dermis, the effect extends not only to the vessels and the nerve system, but also to the extracellular matrix, which contains collagen, elastin, fibroblasts and macrophages. By stimulating the dermis with an acupuncture needle, we also act on the immune system, increasing the skin's resistance to external damage.
When a needle is inserted into the dermis, the effect extends not only to the vessels and the nerve system, but also to the extracellular matrix, which contains collagen, elastin, fibroblasts and macrophages.
Dr. Toebben, when examining a patient, pays attention not only to the number and depth of wrinkles, but also to their location, since he believes that wrinklesare associated with certain internal organs and reflect our physical, psychological and spiritual state.
Which acupuncture methods are suitable for facial rejuvenation?
There are various methods of facial acupuncture, but Dr. Toebben uses a combination of horizontal and vertical, superficial and deep needle insertion, depending on the desired results, such as stimulation of the synthesis of collagen or the proliferation of fibroblasts.
For facial acupuncture, the doctor uses only Japanese needles, which provide precise and virtually painless insertion. To improve the appearance of the cheeks, the needles are inserted towards the center of the zygomatic muscle. These points correspond with the organs of the digestive system – meridian of the stomach, large and small intestines, urinary and gallbladder. Dr. Toebben combines Chinese acupuncture with Dr. Yamamoto's scalp acupuncture.
Dr. Toebben places most of the needles horizontally, in the direction of the zygomatic muscle, to achieve a lifting effect, and also affects the points located on the auricle, which are responsible for the internal organs, spine, immune and hormonal systems. Dr. Yamamoto's points allow you to smooth out vertical forehead wrinkles.
It is possible to combine facial acupuncture with acupressure or local patches, as they affect the surface circulation and increase collagen proliferation in the dermis, as well as reduce pain.
Knowing the exact location of acupuncture points on the face, it is possible to apply the technique of precise insertion of needles and act on the most sensitive areas. The needle acts as a guide to help locate the point.
Depending on the needs of the patient, the doctor selects additional points to improve the condition of the face and body.
Acupuncture can be used alone or in combination with other anti-aging treatments.
Comparison of the effects of acupressure and facial acupuncture
Acupressure – less painful procedure than facial acupuncture. However, in this case, it is important to clearly define the points and force of pressing. Acupressure can be used in combination with acupuncture in the same session. Acupressure is good for pain relief. One of the techniques is meridian point massage.
After inserting the needle into the muscle, the doctor will apply a patch to provide additional localized treatment, and sometimes use small magnetic beads to improve circulation and activate the meridian or calm.
The effect after applying the patches appears after 36 hours – the depth of the lines is reduced, and the skin looks firmer and fresher. Despite the short-term result, the use of patches can reduce pain after acupuncture and at the same time improve skin condition.
An integrated approach to facial rejuvenation will provide a lasting effect
Dr. Toebben says: “When a patient comes to me, I listen carefully to his problems, after which I do a computer analysis of the hair, which helps to identify problems at the organic, structural and chemical level. Intoxication, the presence of heavy metals, lack of vitamins, minerals or hormones necessary for the health of the facial skin – all these problems allow to reveal analyzes. A blood test is especially important if a patient is to be given bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
To ensure the effectiveness of therapy, Dr. Toebben uses a combination of:
- facial acupuncture;
- vitamins;
- amino acids;
- ozone therapy;
- hormone replacement therapy.
In addition, the patient's lifestyle is an important point, since the beauty of the skin primarily depends on the health of the whole organism. Therefore, the duration of the effect after any aesthetic procedures depends on the patient's habits: alcohol abuse, unhealthy diet, smoking, lack of physical activity significantly worsen the condition of the skin and make people increasingly turn to aestheticians for anti-age procedures.
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