With age, unevenness and wrinkles begin to appear on the forehead and other areas of the face. Typically, such manifestations are most noticeable in areas of active work of facial muscles. In addition, the so-called “crow’s feet” in the eye area make the face visually older. Beauty requires sacrifice - that is why women resort to plastic surgery or use botulinum toxin to eliminate age-related changes. The most commonly used drugs in cosmetology clinics are Dysport and Botox. Today we will talk about Dysport. There are questions about the effectiveness and safety of this drug.
Dysport is a classic drug, the active component of which belongs to the class of neurotoxins, or neuroparalytic poisons. The action of this medicinal composition is based on the paralysis of the facial muscles. The signal that is responsible for the work of the facial muscles does not reach the end point, and the muscles stop contracting. Cosmetologists claim that the concentration of neuroparalytic poison in Dysport is negligible and cannot harm the human body. But such a procedure helps to “erase” a couple of decades from the face in a few applications. Usually injections are made in the forehead, nasolabial fold, under the eyes. A head lift is also a popular procedure. The cosmetologist individually selects the dose of the drug depending on age-related changes.
However, if the patient still decides to undergo such a procedure, she should be aware of a number of prohibitions that the use of the drug imposes on her. About what can be done and what absolutely cannot be done - in the proposed material.
What are the reasons for the prohibitions and restrictions?
Dysport is one of the injectable cosmetic preparations based on botulinum toxin. This substance is a type A neurotoxin, that is, a neuroparalytic poison. Its action is expressed in the paralysis of the facial muscles by blocking the signal that controls facial expressions, directed from the brain. Group A neurotoxins suppress the function of acetylcholines, which are responsible for muscle contractions, even when present in minimal doses. One bottle of Dysport contains 500 units of botulinum toxin - this is enough to block nerve impulses and suppress muscle spasms, but not cause harm. The result of a successful procedure is a smooth forehead, no wrinkles around the eyes or other planned changes.
Despite the fact that a trip to a cosmetologist usually takes from 20 to 40 minutes, you need to treat it quite responsibly. Dysport is a rather serious drug and, if a woman has contraindications to its use, it can cause an impressive number of adverse reactions without providing any cosmetic effect.
Despite the effectiveness of the drug, it is strictly prohibited to use it in children under 12 years of age (a very rare exception is due to the need to correct a serious cosmetic defect), during pregnancy and lactation, and in the presence of the following contraindications:
- muscle weakness, or myasthenia gravis;
- individual intolerance to the drug, general predisposition to allergies;
- blood clotting disorders, including those caused by taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents;
- acute or chronic respiratory diseases;
- reduced immunity due to chronic infections;
- dermatological diseases at injection sites.
In the absence of contraindications, proceed to the analysis of the limitations of the next category - the purpose of injection correction. Dysport is not a panacea for all age-related or physiological defects. Preparations based on botulinum toxin are used for:
- eliminating pronounced wrinkles on the forehead, bridge of the nose, and around the eyes;
- correction of facial asymmetry;
- correcting the shape of the eyebrows (you can raise or lower them);
- improving the shape of the lips;
- treatment of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating);
- post-stroke therapy - to remove muscles from a state of hypertonicity, especially effective for eliminating facial spasm.
Botulinum toxin injections will also wean the patient from bad facial habits - wrinkling the forehead or nose, squinting, making grimaces, and so on. But this is a positive side effect, and not an indication for the procedure. The final decision on the need for beauty injections should be made after consultation with a cosmetologist.
If all contraindications are excluded and the need for Dysport injections is confirmed, it is important to know about the rules of conduct during the rehabilitation period and especially about the restrictions in force at this time. The main task of all prohibitions after the introduction of a medicinal composition is to prevent improper distribution of the substance.
The influence of physical activity on the results of facial injections
As a result of playing sports, metabolic processes in the body accelerate, and this contributes to the fact that botulinum toxin begins to spread faster throughout the body. With accelerated spread, the result of the injection may be as follows :
- the effect of the injection will be very weak or not at all;
- Botox can migrate, so there is a high risk of its uneven distribution.
Attention! Playing sports reduces the duration of action and also provokes its incorrect distribution throughout the body.
We invite you to learn even more information about Botox. Read about rejuvenation of the following areas with this drug: eyebrows, area around the eyes, forehead, nasolabial folds, armpits, lips. We also talked about the possibility of lip augmentation with botulinum toxin.
What not to do after the Dysport injection procedure
The procedure for administering Dysport can be quite dangerous if you do not follow a number of rules of behavior after it. Among the most unpleasant consequences are paralysis of the facial muscles, the development of infection and the appearance of hematomas and lumps at injection sites.
Sport
Increased physical activity is strictly prohibited after the botulinum toxin injection procedure. This ban is due to the fact that sports exercises increase blood flow to the face. If this limitation is ignored, the drug, which has already begun to act, is distributed incorrectly, which can lead to blurred vision, facial asymmetry and paralysis of other muscles, such as those responsible for chewing functions.
The ban usually lasts for at least 2-3 weeks. During this time, Dysport is redistributed in tissues, giving a cosmetic effect.
Temperature changes
After the introduction of Dysport, it is strictly forbidden to be exposed to low and high temperatures. The list of activities that fall under this restriction includes hypothermia, being in the cold, sunbathing in the sun and in a solarium. The prohibition is associated with poor healing after injection. It has been proven that large changes in temperature interfere with the action of the drug and slow down its effect. In addition, tan lovers should note that applying sunscreen is also prohibited due to the possibility of developing an inflammatory process.
Excessively high temperatures, which can be encountered in baths, saunas and during cosmetic heating, cause migration of the drug into tissues where it should not be.
Dream
There are also a number of restrictions on sleep after the session. A patient who has been injected with Dysport should not go to bed for 5 hours after the procedure. In addition, you are allowed to sleep with your head slightly raised, almost in a sitting position. This limitation is due to the prevention of improper distribution of the substance. If the rule is not followed, botulinum toxin can enter the eyelids or nasolabial folds, leading to swelling and numbness.
Alcohol
One of the most serious restrictions is drinking alcohol for two weeks after the injection. The most dangerous is the first day when the drug was administered. This ban is due to the fact that ethanol can enhance the side effects of botulinum toxin. Side effects can manifest themselves in the form of nausea, periodic headaches, and drowsiness. This condition may go away within two days, but it will be replaced by more severe consequences. Together with alcohol, Dysport enters the bloodstream, leading to distortion of facial expressions. The amount of alcohol also matters - the more ethyl alcohol enters the body, the worse the side effects will be.
Makeup
Makeup should also be treated with special care. For three days, it is prohibited to apply decorative cosmetics, creams, and tonics to the skin. In addition, the use of peelings and scrubs is prohibited due to the increased risk of skin injury.
Two days before the procedure, you should stop using chemical peels.
Ultraviolet
It has been proven that ultraviolet light slows down the work of the neurotoxin, so you should avoid radiation and direct sunlight immediately before the procedure and a week after it. In addition, excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation on the skin can cause pigmentation.
Dental procedures
It is not advisable to perform dental procedures after injecting Dysport for at least 7 days. Such restrictions are associated with increased activity of all facial muscles during dental procedures. They can disrupt the redistribution of the substance under the skin, leading to serious disturbances in facial functions.
Why you can't fly on an airplane
Contrary to rumors, you can fly on an airplane after the procedure of injecting botulinum toxin under the skin. A common myth is that during a flight, excessive atmospheric pressure overboard stimulates the penetration of a neurotoxin through the eye membrane. This fact is absolutely unsubstantiated and is nothing more than a rumor.
What foods should be excluded from the diet in the first days
After the procedure, some dietary restrictions are imposed. In the first 3-4 days, it is advisable to avoid the use of:
- large amounts of liquid, including soups;
- all hot dishes, since elevated temperatures can adversely affect the distribution of neurotoxin under the skin;
- excessively salty and peppery foods due to the ability to retain fluid in the body;
- large pieces of food that require thorough chewing.
How much should you not drink after the procedure? Doctors recommend not drinking liquid for 12 hours after the injection procedure. Otherwise, swelling and inflammation may develop.
Other restrictions
It is strictly forbidden to massage the treated areas. This will not only worsen the effect of the cosmetic injection, but can also cause swelling at the injection sites. It is worth reducing the number of touches to the skin of the face so that the substance that is injected under the skin does not get into neighboring muscle fibers.
In addition to everyday restrictions that apply to all patients, there are a number of more specific prohibitions. Let's look at them in more detail.
How does Botox work?
Botox acts directly on facial wrinkles, which are located in the cheekbones and corners of the eyes, so these areas are most susceptible to the development of wrinkles. After a Botox injection, the drug spreads into the area of muscle fibers, relieving tone and tension.
Botulinum toxin is a toxic substance that, when used in a minimal dosage, can relax a muscle, causing temporary paralysis, without causing harm to the body. Botulinum toxin blocks the transmission of nerve impulses to muscle fibers, which leads to their immobilization and, as a result, to the smoothing of wrinkles. It is worth noting that Botox does not cause circulatory problems or muscle atrophy, since they still receive vitamins and nutrients.
After some time, Botox is removed from the body, returning the muscles to their previous activity. The duration of action of the drug is usually up to 9 months.
Physical exercise can reduce the duration of action of Botox if you start doing it immediately after the procedure, so any exercise should be postponed for 2-3 weeks.
Incompatible drugs
Among the drugs that can reduce the effectiveness of Dysport are analgesic, muscle relaxants and antibacterial drugs. The use of these products is prohibited both before and after injections.
Antibiotics
Drugs that have an antibacterial effect can enhance the paralytic effect of botulinum toxin. Therefore, there are restrictions on taking these medications – both before and after the procedure.
When taking antibiotics, as a result, facial paralysis may occur, which can only be relieved with specialized drugs. Particularly dangerous are the groups of macrolides, aminoglycosides and tetracyclines.
Analgesics
Restrictions are also introduced on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that have an analgesic effect. Their use should be stopped two weeks before the intended procedure. The ban is associated with the interaction of botulinum toxin with aspirin and other medicinal compounds. As a result, hematomas may occur at the injection sites.
Muscle relaxants
Medicines that have a muscle relaxant effect are incompatible with Dysport. Their action is based on relaxation of smooth muscles, which will lead to disruption of the action of the neurotoxin. All alcohol-containing preparations have the same properties. Facial muscles relax, distorting a person’s facial expressions.
