Botox can distort facial expressions
Some unqualified psychologists claim that if you smooth out wrinkles on your face, for example, around the eyes, your smile will become insincere and false, and others will think that you are smiling insincerely. That because of this, communication with a person will deteriorate. However, it is worth thinking about the fact that children also do not have wrinkles, however, their smile does not seem fake to us.
Qualified cosmetologists say that facial expressions will be limited or distorted only if the cosmetologist is illiterate, he chose the wrong dose of the drug, or injected the drug in the wrong place. If you do not want to get this effect, then simply contact a qualified cosmetologist who works in a good medical clinic. Do not trust beauty salons, as well as people who inject Botox at home.
Elena Malysheva: “I’ve been using Botox for many years”
Elena Malysheva
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For more than 20 years, Elena Malysheva regularly tells viewers about innovations in medicine and the most modern methods of treatment. Of course, for viewers of different ages, the presenter has long become almost a family member, so many are interested in how the doctor manages to keep himself in great shape. Now Malysheva is 57 years old, and she tries to take care of her appearance. Star of the program “Live Healthy!” I am sure that it would be stupid not to use the benefits of modern medicine, if they are now so accessible.
“I’ve been injecting Botox for I don’t know how many years. You just need to choose a good, competent cosmetologist. I've been stabbing for about 19-20 years now. When this technology appeared in Russia, I experimented with both Botox and hyaluronic acid. I believe that if there is an opportunity not to grow old, you should take advantage of it. It’s better not to eat or drink than to walk around like a wrinkled old woman. I’m very far from the idea that my wrinkles are the best thing I’ve earned,” the TV presenter said during an interview for the YouTube channel “Empathy Manucci.”
Elena Malysheva is known for her creative approach to stories about medicine
Photo: Still from the program
At the same time, the star does not hide the fact that sometimes she simply does not have time to take care of herself. After all, Malysheva works seven days a week and almost never goes on vacation. With such a hectic schedule, it is very difficult to look good, but the TV presenter is trying to achieve this. “Every day at eight in the morning I need to be at Ostankino. And this is provided that only at ten in the evening do I take off my huge heels and leave the frame for the dressing room. That’s why in the morning I’m least worried about how I look and where my wrinkles are,” Elena Vasilievna emphasized.
Of course, the famous doctor tries to pay attention to his loved ones. So, Malysheva herself was involved in sex education for her sons, telling them about the importance of safe sex. The TV presenter also has enough time for business. So, a year and a half ago she opened her own clinic in Moscow, but this business has not yet generated income.
“To make a medical institution profitable, you need to work for at least ten years, but we have only been working for a year and a half. An appointment at my hospital costs from 13 to 20 thousand rubles. I know that it is expensive, but only the best, highly qualified specialists work in my clinic. Many of them studied abroad at their own expense, and this work should also be well paid. We have many doctors whose services cannot cost two rubles. And you don’t have to go to them just like that. You just have to go to the clinic,” Malysheva emphasized.
Elena Malysheva
Photo: Still from the program
Elena Vasilievna has long been accustomed to the fact that some colleagues and fans treat her work with humor and even sarcasm. However, the TV presenter herself is confident that she is doing a necessary and useful job. Education in the field of medicine can save hundreds of lives, and as long as people need information, Malysheva will continue her work.
Botox can poison the body
Of course, Botox is a toxin, a weak solution of which is injected into the body. Toxins are poisons. Typically, such a toxin is formed in those mushrooms that are improperly prepared and preserved, and it causes a disease such as botulism. When this substance enters a muscle, it relaxes it, blocks nerve impulses, and they stop being transmitted.
However, the Botox procedure itself is very safe. It is safe due to the fact that the injection is given specifically into a specific muscle, and only into it. In addition, the preparation contains a very low concentration of this poison, it will not be able to spread to other places, it remains only where it was injected. Therefore, if you choose the right dosage, and also inject the drug correctly, then there will be no problems, the procedure will be absolutely safe.
If you listen to the opinion of doctors on this matter, they believe that aspirin and antibiotics are much more dangerous than Botox.
If you get one Botox injection, you'll get them for the rest of your life.
This is nothing more than a myth; dependence on drugs of this type does not exist. Many studies have been conducted on this matter, and all of them have shown the absence of dependence on the drug. In addition, Botox only works for a while, not permanently. After three to six months have passed, the muscles begin to contract as usual, they return to their previous state.
It is worth talking about psychological dependence on procedures. Of course, after the procedure has been carried out, the person begins to feel better because his wrinkles are smoothed out and the woman looks younger. Naturally, anyone will like this effect. When the effect of the procedure begins to disappear, the person does not like it, he is used to walking without wrinkles. Of course, he goes for the procedure again. But can this be called psychological addiction? It's just a desire to look beautiful and young. A person initially goes to the procedure precisely for this.
It is worth remembering another positive effect of such injections. After the procedure is performed, the person will not be able to use a certain set of muscles for some time. After several procedures, he will simply forget how to use these muscles, and as a result he will not squint or wrinkle his forehead. This is definitely a positive action.
Recommendations
There is no clear answer to the question of whether it was worth carrying out. Therapy is practically irreplaceable; in others it leads to serious consequences. Before going to the clinic, where they often only point out the benefits of injections, you need to consider several points:
- The procedure gives only a temporary effect. Therefore, it has to be repeated periodically. The duration depends on the body and the drug, and compliance with the doctor’s recommendations. The average is 7 months. The toxin is removed from the body, and the ability to transmit impulses returns to the nerve endings. Along with this, the ability to express facial expressions also returns. It often disappears when a large amount of the drug is administered.
- After a while you will have to take a break. At this point, the skin condition will deteriorate significantly. A break is needed so that the nerves do not lose their ability to transmit impulses. Also, the constant presence of the drug in the cells leads to addiction.
- Botox does not trigger rejuvenation processes. It only eliminates the signs of aging. Numerous studies indicate the appearance of a large number of wrinkles if the patient refuses further injections.
- Psychological dependence develops. Due to the fact that the result is observed immediately after the procedure, many people visit cosmetology clinics even after the appearance of serious health problems. The desire to stay young becomes the reason why people deliberately harm themselves.
- The effect is observed after a few days. No external cosmetic product can achieve such a result.
- Botox is used to temporarily correct facial asymmetry. Therefore, it is used at an early age. The toxin also affects the glands responsible for sweat secretion. Due to the decrease in their activity, less sweat is produced. The drugs are also used in the treatment of migraine if other methods do not give the desired result.
- No one can guarantee that there will be no side effects after the procedure. Using a thin cosmetic needle can reduce the degree of tissue damage. A cold compress is applied to reduce swelling. If after a few days other problems appear, you need to visit a doctor. Additional procedures will reduce the degree of their manifestation.
- You won't be able to do this type of rejuvenation at home. You can buy the drug in the store, just like a cosmetic syringe with a needle. However, only a doctor determines the correct injection points and dose. Rough actions lead to facial injuries. Due to the nature of the action of the drugs, even doctors will not be able to correct the achieved result.
This procedure can reduce the number of wrinkles, but it also has many disadvantages. Therefore, before visiting the clinic, you should weigh all the pros and cons.
Botox injections have a temporary effect. Just one procedure performed by an experienced doctor will not cause much harm to tissues and muscles. Therefore, they resort to it before a wedding or other special event. It is better to carry it out in autumn or spring. In summer, the skin requires special care to increase the duration of the achieved effect.
The first wrinkles appear at different ages. This is the cause of the disorder because it is the first major sign of aging. Nobody wants to grow old. That's why people are constantly looking for ways to hide the signs of aging. To do this, they came up with procedures, one of which involves Botox injections.
Botox is a huge stressor for muscles
Here the situation is the other way around. We constantly show emotions, we laugh, we cry, we constantly wrinkle our nose, frown our eyebrows. At this time, our muscles are constantly working, they are constantly tense. This happens even in a dream. Over the years, the situation worsens, the muscles get tired of working.
An example would be you working for a couple of years without a vacation. Naturally, you will be very tired and want to rest. Muscles work without rest for decades. Therefore, you can give them a rest. After a Botox injection, your muscles will relax and will no longer work as hard. Peace will definitely do them good. There is no harm to muscles from Botox.
Botox injections are very painful
This is one of the most popular myths about this procedure. However, these injections are completely painless; you will not experience any discomfort from either the injection or the administration of the drug. Unpleasant sensations are excluded both during the process and after it. Those who have already tried this procedure say that the injection feels similar to a mosquito bite. Before giving the injection, the doctor will usually numb the areas where Botox will be injected. An anesthetic cream is used for this. The only side effect after the procedure is a small bruise where the injection was given. However, even this effect is quite rare.
Anti-aging product?
Since the 90s of the last century, many doctors began to claim that Botox is an anti-aging remedy. According to statements, this substance launches anti-aging processes. However, it is not. Botox is a drug based on a toxin, which also includes other components to change the properties. Its properties:
- Paralyzes muscles by blocking impulse transmission.
- Smoothes the skin due to the lack of facial expressions.
The drug does not trigger recovery processes. On the contrary, it is the cause of accelerating the aging process.
Botox injections are allowed after 40 years of age
Most people think that Botox can be done when all age-related changes have fully begun to appear, i.e., it should be done after 40 years. However, this procedure can be attended from 18 years of age. Of course, only attend the procedure if you need to. Everyone knows that even teenagers can have severe expression wrinkles, which greatly age the face.
It is much easier to solve the problem of wrinkles in the initial stages than when they have already become very deep. In addition, the older a person is, the harder it is for his skin to get used to changes. In this case, the rehabilitation process may be delayed.
Myths about Botox
There is a lot of information about Botox. The drug allows you to achieve the effect almost immediately after the procedure. Common myths:
- Young people do not need injections. Wrinkles appear in adulthood and cause discomfort after 30 years. The procedure can be performed at an earlier age. Therapy is carried out when there is strong activity of the muscles that are responsible for facial expressions or when sweat is released. Therefore, the age limit is 18 years.
- The drugs are based on a dangerous world toxin. Botox is made from poison, but the dangerous dose is about 3000 units. The cosmetologist uses only 100 units. In this case, there is a local impact.
- Atrophied muscles and nerves. The toxin only affects the area where it was injected. It affects the process of transmitting impulses from the nerve to the muscle; there is no need to talk about muscle tissue dysfunction. Even after repeated procedures, impulse transmission is partially restored.
- Painful transfer of injections. Many claim that the patient endures the procedure painfully. Local anesthesia is used for the injection. Only the consequences of mistakes made by the doctor when choosing the points of injection of the toxin are painfully endured.
Botox refers to a whole group of drugs that differ in composition and properties. They are produced under different names.
