Introduction Dysport is a popular procedure for the prevention of facial wrinkles. All our emotions are reflected on the forehead: joy, sadness, thoughtfulness, anger, surprise. And the more lively and mobile the face is in terms of emotions, the faster wrinkles form on the forehead. They can appear either at the age of 18 or after 40. It depends on individual characteristics. But at any age you can regain 5-15 years of youth if you use Dysport.
Information about the drug
Dysport is a drug based on botulinum toxin. Initially, products with botulinum neuroprotein were used to regulate muscles in people with various diseases: cerebral palsy, neuralgia. Thus, when the drug was injected into the facial muscles to eliminate muscle tension in patients with neurological disorders, other properties of the substance were discovered. It visibly smoothed out wrinkles for several months.
So the drug began to be used for cosmetic purposes. Dysport is still used today in the treatment of neurological diseases to regulate muscle function. The drug is approved for the treatment of children aged 6 months and older.
Dysport injections act specifically on the muscle, relaxing it and preventing further contraction. The skin in this area is smoothed out. This allows you to completely smooth out facial wrinkles. Deep creases are partially eliminated.
Description of bolutoxin preparations
Botox is produced by an American company.
It was developed back in 1989. Since that time, bolutoxin has been widely used in cosmetology. This is the first major cosmetology brand, thanks to which this procedure has become very popular. Later, a drug such as Dysport entered the market. It is produced in France. Dysport came to Russia in 1999. In general, both drugs have the same substance on which the action of the procedure is based - bolutoxin. It is able to relax the muscles.
They have one main difference - they use different transport proteins. These proteins are needed to deliver bolu toxin to the muscles. In addition, these two drugs contain different amounts of Botox. If you count by units, Botox will cost three times more per unit of product. However, fewer such units will be needed for the procedure. As a result, you will pay approximately the same amount for both Dysport and Botox to achieve excellent results.
Of course, these drugs differ in small features. However, this is only the choice of a cosmetologist; their action is equally safe and effective.
Indications and contraindications for the procedure
The administration of Dysport is prescribed by a doctor. Indications for use are horizontal wrinkles on the forehead and vertical folds in the area between the eyebrows. At a preliminary consultation, the doctor will assess the condition of the skin, tell you approximately how many units of the drug will be needed, and tell you about other subtleties of the cosmetic procedure.
Contraindications:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding period.
- Acute inflammatory diseases.
- Allergy or hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
- Inflammatory processes at the injection site
- Reduced immunity.
- Acute phase of chronic diseases.
Dysport: what is it?
What is Dysport: about botulinum toxin in detail
Botulinum toxin injections have been used in cosmetology for a long time - since the early nineties. The ability to smooth out wrinkles with a drug that was originally intended to treat ophthalmic diseases was discovered by accident. Ophthalmologists noticed that after injections into the periorbital zone, the network of small wrinkles in the corners of the eyes disappears in patients. This was the starting point for the triumphant rise of botulinum neurotoxin to the top of the ranking of the most popular injection cosmetology procedures.
Dysport: general information
Dysport - what is it? This is a drug whose active ingredient is botulinum neurotoxin type A. It is produced by the French pharmaceutical giant Beaufour Ipsen. Does not go on sale for free. Only medical institutions where botulinum therapy services are provided by certified specialists can purchase Dysport. Dysport is unstable and remains active only at low temperatures. Transportation and storage are carried out in strict compliance with the principles of the cold chain (at a temperature not exceeding 4 degrees Celsius).
The bottle contains lyophilized powder, which is diluted immediately before injection. Diluted botulinum toxin is even less stable; it retains its pharmacological properties for several hours, which requires rapid use of the entire volume of the drug. In addition to the neurotoxin, the drug contains lactose (milk sugar) and albumin (protein). The dose is measured in botulinum toxin units. The bottle contains 500 units of active ingredient. The procedure requires from 20 to 100 (or more) units; the exact dose depends on the specifics of the clinical case, the affected area, and indications for use.
The largest amount of Dysport is required for the treatment of hyperhidrosis - solving the problem of increased sweating by blocking the efferent nerve endings that innervate the sweat glands. For rejuvenation, smaller dosages are used. In particular, up to 90 units of Dysport may be required to correct deep wrinkles on the forehead, and about 70-80 units to smooth out the crease between the eyebrows.
Indications for use
Dysport is used in rejuvenation programs. With the help of botulinum toxin injections, it is possible to completely smooth out small and large wrinkles, the appearance of which is caused by excessive activity of the facial muscles. Hypertonicity of the facial muscles “tightens” superficial tissues, resulting in the formation of wrinkles. Dysport relaxes facial muscles, which is externally manifested by smoothing the skin in the area where the drug is administered.
Dysport injections are effective if the patient has:
- Horizontal wrinkles of the frontal zone (on the forehead).
- A vertical fold between the eyebrows.
- Networks of wrinkles in the outer corner of the eye.
- Fine wrinkles above the upper lip.
- Wrinkles in the corners of the mouth.
- Wrinkling of the skin of the neck and décolleté.
- Wrinkles on the bridge of the nose.
The second area of application of the drug Dysport is the treatment of hyperhidrosis. The problem of increased sweating is solved by stopping the work of the sweat glands by blocking the nerve endings of the sympathetic nervous system. After injections, the cells of the sweat glands do not receive signals from the nerves and stop working. Dysport is equally effective in treating:
- hyperhidrosis of the armpits;
- foot hyperhidrosis;
- hyperhidrosis of the palms.
Mechanism of action
The description of the mechanism of action of the product proposed above is very simplified. For those who want to learn about the principles of action of botulinum toxin in more detail, we offer a detailed answer.
Botulinum toxin is a paralytic poison that acts on nerve endings. After penetration through the membrane of presynaptic nerve fibers, botulinum toxin binds to a specific protein SNAP-25. This protein is an essential component of the SNARE transport system, which is responsible for the release of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter) from nerve fibers into the synaptic cleft.
Botulinum neurotoxin blocks the SNAP-25 protein, preventing its interaction with other components of the SNARE system (syntaxin, synaptobrevin). As a result of these changes at the molecular level, the release of acetylcholine from the vesicles into the intercellular space becomes impossible, and, as a result, the nerve cannot perform its function - transmit signals to the fibers of facial muscles (or to the cells of the sweat glands, if the drug is used to treat hyperhidrosis).
When does the effect occur and how long does it last?
The effect of Dysport injections appears immediately, but it takes some time to completely block the nerve endings in the affected area. A more pronounced effect is observed on the second or third day after administration, and the maximum effect is achieved after about a week. Less often, this takes up to two weeks.
The effect persists after Dysport injections for 4-6 months. During this time, new molecules of the transport protein SNAP-25 are synthesized, in addition, enzyme systems destroy the neurotoxin. As a result of these processes, the transmission of nerve impulses is resumed, the facial muscles begin to contract again, and repeated correction is required to smooth out wrinkles.
How is the procedure performed?
Botulinum therapy is an injection cosmetology procedure that can only be performed by a certified specialist who has been trained in the use of botulinum toxin.
The drug is introduced into the correction zone using a special injection technique. The direction of the needle must be strictly perpendicular to the direction of the muscle fibers whose work needs to be blocked. It is important to accurately determine the dose of the drug and its distribution between injection points. Selecting injection points is an equally important task, requiring a cosmetologist to have extensive experience and high qualifications.
Side effects and low effectiveness of the procedure are often the result of violation of the rules for administering botulinum toxin. Their cause may be excess dosage, incorrect choice of injection points, or inadequate distribution of the active substance between these points. Even changing the direction of the needle during injections can affect the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.
Side effects
Most often, side effects manifest themselves by blocking muscles located in close proximity to the correction zone. For example, when smoothing out wrinkles in the frontal zone, the muscles that lift the upper eyelid may become blocked. The result will be drooping of the eyelid - one of the possible side effects of botulinum therapy.
Other possible side effects include drooping eyebrows and facial asymmetry after the procedure. When correcting wrinkles around the eyes, keratoconjunctivitis sicca or diplopia (impaired vision with double vision) may develop.
To avoid the negative consequences of the anti-aging procedure, trust your beauty and health only to highly qualified specialists with extensive injection experience.
How to prepare for the procedure?
Proper preparation of the body for the administration of botulinum toxin will help increase the safety of the procedure and obtain the most pronounced rejuvenation effect. Two weeks before injections, you should not take antibiotics, especially tetracyclines. If for any reason you are forced to take antibacterial drugs, it is better to postpone rejuvenation to a later date.
A week before the procedure, you must completely avoid medications and nutritional supplements that may affect blood clotting. These include anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, as well as drugs from the NSAID group, which are available without a prescription and are used against headaches, menstrual or joint pain. Dysport injections cannot be given at the beginning of the menstrual cycle, and this must be taken into account when planning the date of the procedure.
On the day of the procedure, physical activity is contraindicated, including fitness classes, yoga, and dancing. You cannot take hot baths, drink alcohol, sunbathe in a solarium, visit a sauna or undergo spa treatments.
Recovery after the procedure
Recovery after rejuvenating injections is easy, without pain or severe discomfort, but it is important to follow a few simple rules. Immediately after completing the administration of the drug, the cosmetologist will recommend actively working with the facial muscles to improve the distribution of the active substance in the tissues. It is not recommended to rest in a lying position for 4-5 hours; All this time it is advisable to remain in a sitting or standing position.
You cannot play sports for one week. Not only physical activity is contraindicated, but also various procedures that are accompanied by an increase in body temperature. You cannot sunbathe in a solarium, visit a sauna, or undergo spa treatments. Swimming in a pool or natural body of water is also prohibited, since injections disrupt the barrier function of the skin and increase the risk of infection.
You should not take antibiotics or certain nutritional supplements for two weeks. It is advisable to exclude multivitamin complexes, since B vitamins can affect the distribution of botulinum toxin in tissues. Cosmetology procedures (peeling, cleansing) and facial massage are contraindicated.
Price of Dysport and its analogues
The cost of the procedure is determined by the amount of botulinum toxin needed to solve the problem that the patient has addressed. The price of one unit of Dysport in Moscow clinics is about 130-160 rubles. Accordingly, if the procedure requires 90 units of neurotoxin, its cost will be 11,700-14,400 rubles.
Along with Dysport, other botulinum toxin preparations are used to correct hyperkinetic wrinkles and treat excessive sweating. The most well-known remedy is Botox, the original neurotoxin produced by Allergan. Also widely used is Xeomin, which is produced by the German pharmaceutical concern Merz.
The price of one unit of Botox in Moscow clinics is 400-450 rubles. The procedure requires three times fewer units than when using Dysport, which ultimately equalizes the final cost of the correction. The price of Xeomin is comparable to the cost of Dysport.
Features of the drug Dysport
Choosing a botulinum toxin drug to correct age-related changes is a difficult task that should be entrusted to a cosmetologist. The final decision is made after a thorough analysis of the specifics of the aesthetic problem. What matters is the severity of wrinkles, the patient’s age, the correction area, the thickness of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Each drug has its own characteristics that affect the specific application. The following are the main features of the French botulinum toxin Dysport:
- The effect occurs faster than after Botox injections.
- The effect lasts a little less - 4-6 months (6-8 months after Botox injections).
- Dysport migrates more actively to neighboring tissues than Botox, which is why it is more often used for rejuvenating large areas and less often used for spot correction.
Contraindications
Dysport injections are contraindicated in patients with the following body conditions and chronic diseases:
- Tumor process of any localization.
- Exacerbation of chronic disease of internal organs.
- Endocrine disease in the stage of decompensation.
- Blood clotting disorder.
- Signs of an inflammatory process on the skin in the injection area.
- Exacerbation of herpetic infection.
- Myasthenia.
- Severe myopia.
- Pregnancy, lactation period.
- Infection.
- Taking antibiotics.
You can obtain more detailed information about the drug Dysport and the features of anti-aging procedures using it at a consultation with a medical cosmetologist (Moscow).
How does the forehead skin rejuvenation procedure work?
The patient comes to the clinic, the doctor conducts an examination, assesses the condition of the tissues, and conducts a survey. After this, the patient sits on the couch, the doctor marks the injection sites for the drug, puts on gloves, and begins administering Dysport.
The procedure itself is quick. After it, no traces of the injections remain, the patient does not feel any changes. People around you will begin to notice signs of rejuvenation in the first days: usually the result is visually noticeable already on the third to fifth day. With facial changes, the skin on the forehead remains elastic and looks young.
Rule 5. Lie down correctly
After Botox injections, you should not lie down for at least four hours. The procedure is performed taking into account vertical alignment, so you need to remain in this position. Four hours is the minimum, but unless you have a good reason to go to bed, it's better to do it even later.
It is advisable to sleep on your back. This will prevent you from burying your face in the pillow, which is extremely undesirable. After Botox injections, it is advisable to sleep in this position all the time in order to preserve the results for as long as possible.
Girl sleeping on her stomach
Restrictions after the procedure and rehabilitation period
After Dysport injections, it is necessary to limit the intake of alcoholic beverages and avoid taking antibiotics for two weeks. For the first 4 hours, you cannot lower your head down or take a horizontal position. This may interfere with the distribution of the composition in tissues.
To distribute it correctly, doctors advise moving your eyebrows more often. Muscle work will allow the composition to take its place in the tissues.
After the procedure you cannot:
- touch the puncture sites with your hands;
- apply foundation and other compositions;
- visit the bathhouse, sauna;
- do a facial massage.
It is enough to follow the doctor’s recommendations, and wrinkles on the forehead will become invisible.
The maximum time for the “formation” of the drug is 14-15 days. During this period, patients usually do not feel any discomfort. Dysport stays in tissue for quite a long time. For most, the result lasts 3-6, sometimes up to 8 months. It depends on the individual characteristics of the organism.
Is it possible to exercise after Dysport injections?
When answering this question, you should take into account the nature of your sports activities. Almost all doctors say that sports should be limited after the procedure. Therefore, if you are a regular at the gym, then you will have to temporarily give up your favorite hobby.
Naturally, who wants to skip their favorite yoga or morning jogging, in fact, beauty injections - Dysport - will not be an obstacle to a light workout. Cosmetologists warn against excessive physical activity.
When talking about restrictions on physical activity, doctors mean only a short period of time - from a week to ten days. Therefore, you will soon be able to return to your favorite activities.
Possible side effects
If injections are given by a person without relevant experience, the consequences can be disastrous. The doctors at our clinic have been practicing for many years; they know exactly where and how this and other similar drugs are administered. They all have their own characteristics. And the introduction of Dysport requires the hand of a master.
If the drug is administered incorrectly, it may not work, or may not work everywhere, disrupting the symmetry of facial expressions. The defect can be corrected by contacting an experienced specialist. He will introduce additional units, this will help restore symmetry.
You should not risk your health and beauty by contacting dubious organizations. Aesthetic Club clinics have long been practicing the Dysport injection procedure for the correction of wrinkles on the forehead. Our doctors have thousands of satisfied clients. We guarantee safety and quality of the procedure.
What to choose: Botox or Dysport
Almost everyone who decides to undergo such a procedure tries to find out the features of these drugs in advance in order to come to the clinic with the understanding of what they want. However, you should not choose a drug only based on its characteristics on the Internet.
In order for your choice to be correct, you must come to our clinic for a consultation. A cosmetologist will examine the condition of your skin, find out about the characteristics of your body, and only then decide which drug you need. The depth of wrinkles, their number, and skin type are taken into account.
Drugs are measured in different units, so each zone requires a different amount of drug. You won’t be able to figure out the required number of units yourself. This can only be done by a trained doctor. Of course, due to the differences, you will need more Dysport, but you will pay almost the same price.
If you still want to decide on the choice of drug yourself, then you should still get advice from a cosmetologist. Each person’s body is strictly individual, and it is very difficult to choose a drug for yourself.
When should I start cleaning after the first procedure?
Botox and peeling enhance each other's effect. It is important to observe the time interval here:
- after peeling, Botox can be done 2–4 weeks later;
- After botulinum toxin injections, exfoliation can be done after 2 weeks.
The final decision on the timing of the next procedure will be determined by the doctor, since everyone’s skin condition is individual and depends on the type of peeling.
You cannot carry out both procedures at the same time ! In this case, such unpleasant consequences as:
- swelling;
- paralysis of facial muscles;
- movement of Botox to other areas of the face and disruption of symmetry.
On average, when performing peeling and Botox procedures, specialists adhere to a two-week break between procedures.
Chemical (“yellow” or other)
Chemical peeling is the removal and exfoliation of dead and keratinized epidermal cells using chemicals. This is the least traumatic type of peeling. He:
- updates;
- tones;
- smoothes the skin;
- improves complexion.
The optimal period for chemical peeling after Botox is 2 weeks. The skin must be completely ready for the action of enzymes and acids.
If the chemical peel is superficial (for example, with salicylic acid), then it is quite safe to do it 3 days after Botox.
Medium and deep chemical peeling should be carried out after complete rehabilitation of the skin, that is, 2 weeks after injections, since these types of chemical peeling affect the deeper layers of the skin.
It is strictly forbidden to use scrubs after Botox . Massaging the dermis may lead to migration of the drug.
Physical
Physical peeling is a short-term exposure to ultra-low temperatures on the epidermis using liquid nitrogen or dry ice, which exfoliates and cleanses the skin. As a result of the procedure:
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- cells are renewed;
- nutrition improves;
- the skin is smoothed and tightened.
After Botox, physical peeling is possible after 2 weeks, but your doctor will determine your readiness for exfoliation more accurately.
Physical peeling can only be done by a specialist who will determine the duration of the procedure. Otherwise, deep cold burns to the skin are possible.
Ultrasonic cleaning
Ultrasonic cleaning is a hardware type of peeling. Ultrashort sound waves penetrate deep into the skin and trigger rejuvenating processes. When exposed to:
- blood circulation improves;
- lymphatic drainage;
- swelling disappears.
When waves act on water molecules, they vibrate, which gently cleanses the follicles and exfoliates the cells.
Ultrasound cleaning is a gentle and safe method of rejuvenation. After Botox injections, doctors recommend ultrasound peeling after 2 weeks.
Laser
Laser peeling removes the top layers of skin, stimulating the production of collagen and the growth of new cells in the deeper layers. The skin becomes smooth, youthful and radiant. When exposed to laser:
- pigment spots and moles are lightened;
- small wrinkles are removed;
- acne scars disappear;
- the overall structure of the skin improves.
Laser resurfacing can be superficial or deep.
Recovery after laser peeling takes about 2 weeks. Laser peeling after Botox is prescribed after 2 weeks.
It is important to take a break between procedures, since at this time there is rehabilitation after injections and active accumulation of collagen, which fills wrinkles. Peeling done in a timely manner will significantly enhance the cosmetic effect of botulinum toxin injections.
What is the difference between the drugs
Botox is produced by ALLERGAN (USA), Dysport is produced by IPSEN (France).
The action of both drugs is based on the ability of purified botulinum toxin type A to block the impulse emanating from the nerve fiber to the facial muscle. The main difference between them is the molecular weight of the drugs, which affects the degree of diffusion into tissue. Cosmetologists equate one unit of Botox to 4 units of Dysport.
Cosmetologists at the Medial clinic have been trained under the programs of manufacturing companies, trained in European clinics and have extensive experience working with Botox and Dysport preparations.
Recommendations and advice from cosmetologists
- When using Botox + peeling in combination, cosmetologists advise starting with Botox, since the peeling effect on relaxed skin is much higher.
- Peeling after Botox should be done only after 2-3 weeks, otherwise you can level out both. Carrying out both procedures simultaneously is strictly prohibited.
- Do not ignore the advice of doctors, strictly adhere to the instructions given to you, the result of the procedure depends on this.
- Botox injections are most effective before age 50. At a more mature age, it is more advisable to choose other anti-aging procedures.
- Communication with the doctor should be frank; do not hesitate to ask more questions.
- Cosmetologists advise not to abuse beauty injections before the age of 35, as the production of your own hyaluronic acid and albumin is disrupted.
- Don't follow the advice of your friends. A cosmetologist will help you choose the right type of peeling.
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Before starting the procedures, consult with a specialist who will help you choose the best course of rejuvenation for you.
How long after you can inject Dysport again?
After performing the first procedure, after some time, the rejuvenation effect wears off. How often can you inject Dysport and how many months will it take for beauty injections to properly relax the muscles? After a Dysport injection, it may take 2 to 8 days for the medicine to start working. This drug only takes 2-4 days to completely block nerve impulses. The maximum possible effect generally appears after a couple of weeks. The sensations after Dysport can be very different for each person. This procedure can be performed absolutely painlessly and inexpensively in the Salon “OB clinic”, Moscow.
How long will it take before the paralysis effect wears off completely? After 2 months, the muscles will begin to completely return to their previous state, and after 90 days the movement should be about half of normal. After 4 months, traffic will be restored by 80%. Many people ask how often can they inject Dysport in the same place? After the first injection of Dysport with a cannula, it is generally repeated only after a year, the following procedures are performed once every 6 months. The durability of the result is affected by the area where the medicine is administered; the result lasts longer where the facial muscles are most pronounced. For example, in the frontal part of the head the result lasts much longer than in the neck area.
Results of the Dysport procedure
Fakes
On the modern cosmetology market you can find cheap drugs that are similar in effect to good ones. However, most of these cheap drugs are fakes. For example, there is a Chinese version of Botox. It is very inferior to both Botox and Dysport. You can't skimp on your health.
Women who decide to save on their beauty buy cheap drugs, thinking that they will act in the same way. However, after they inject themselves with counterfeits, they encounter many side effects and negative consequences, the consequences can be very serious, even disability.
Be careful when choosing a drug, study the manufacturer and the expiration date of the drug. In our clinic we use only original drugs that are certified. We use only original Botox and Dysport.
Counterfeits are very inferior in quality to the original. There may be various dangerous substances that will deprive you of your beauty. If a person decides to purchase a counterfeit drug, he will turn to a cosmetologist who has not received a medical education, or even to his friends. All this is very dangerous for health. You should not risk yourself, it is better to consult professional doctors and use only original drugs.
