Bioreinforcement of the face - correction of pronounced age-related changes

If earlier women could afford to “age gracefully,” now most of the fair sex try to avoid this, trying to maintain a youthful appearance for many years. Modern society demands that a woman’s face always look beautiful. This is how you can achieve success and establish good relationships with others.

Bio-reinforcement of the face

Facial bioreinforcement can contribute to this. Recently, this procedure is considered almost the most popular and sought-after procedure in the world. With its help, a significant effect is achieved, which can only be better than a facelift performed through surgical intervention. In this case, there is no talk of any operations - the entire process is carried out in a cosmetology office. In addition, the skin tolerates bioreinforcement easily, without any disruption to the functioning of tissues or cells.

This procedure rejuvenates the face

Bioreinforcement is recommended mainly for clients who have discovered the first signs of sagging facial skin. Sometimes they say about this effect that “the face has swum.” Usually, the procedure is resorted to only after the problem cannot be eliminated with the help of peeling or biorevitalization, and you still don’t want to resort to plastic surgery.

This article will tell you more about facial bioreinforcement and answer all your questions.

About the procedure

It is not difficult to guess where the word “reinforcement” was borrowed from. It was taken from the builders. Its meaning speaks of the creation of a special frame to support the structure and strengthen it. If we talk about facial reinforcement, it is worth keeping in mind the strengthening of skin tissue.

Interesting ! Thanks to bio-reinforcement, the skin becomes more elastic, elastic and dense, overcoming the effects of gravity.

This procedure strengthens facial skin tissues

Before bioreinforcement, a similar procedure involved the insertion of so-called “golden threads”. At that time, surgeons did this, and the procedure was mainly used by Hollywood stars.

Video:

Marking the face of Rosa Syabitova before performing facial reinforcement with Radiesse gel. Xeomin will be injected into the “blue dots” on the forehead. According to the lines that you see on the TV presenter’s cheekbones, in just a few days Rosa’s face will noticeably tighten up.

A cheekbone lift has pleasant bonuses - smoothing out nasolabial folds and forming a clear jawline.

Review:

“I’ll probably be indecently banal, but I’ll repeat myself. At 40, life is just beginning!

I have never looked or felt like I did after thread reinforcement. My round face in my youth never allowed me to even dream of the laurels of a beauty.

Today I am the owner of aristocratic cheekbones and a toned face. My words of gratitude go to you, dear Andrei Alexandrovich.”

Larisa, 39 years old

How does bioreinforcement work?

With age, the condition of facial skin noticeably worsens. It becomes less elastic and begins to sag. Changes occur slowly, gradually, but noticeably. And if nasolabial folds appear at first, after a few years the clarity of the cheekbone lines is lost, and the cheeks begin to sag. Sometimes there are cases when the chin begins to “float”.

No cosmetic product can slow down this aging effect. The fact is that the substances contained in the compositions of creams or other cosmetic preparations are not able to penetrate into the deep layers of the epithelium, where the processes that cause aging occur.

Nothing will slow down aging completely

Only some substances can temporarily stop the process of deterioration of the skin. With their help, the metabolic process in cells is activated, stimulating their renewal. Such substances include:

• hyaluronic acid;
• polylactic acid.

Both are administered by injection. Also, each of these acids is initially found inside the skin cells in a certain amount.

Important ! Over time, their substance becomes less, which leads to aging.

Acids are administered by injection

Bioreinforcement is produced through the use of the above-mentioned substances. It is worth noting that they are introduced using a special technique. With its help, it is possible to form a network of strands that connect to each other and begin to keep the skin from causing facial deformations.

Interesting ! Previously, the threads discussed above were used as strands, but over time, cosmetologists began to use hyaluronate injections. Each method is worth considering separately.

There are many ways, but the goal is one

Using threads

The main principle of the technique is to influence the cells of the body. As a result, active production of new cells begins to isolate the foreign object. Thanks to such isolation, cosmetologists achieve a rejuvenating effect.

It looks like this.

1. The threads penetrate the skin.
2. Collagen and elastin fibers begin to “stick” to them.
3. This leads to the formation of a new layer of connective tissue, which will keep the facial skin in a “new” state.

This procedure is quite simple to carry out

Threads are used as material. They come in two types.

1. Absorbable. Over time they disappear. Polylactic acid and caprolac are used in the production of threads.
2. Non-absorbable. They are made from thin wire. The material for the wire is gold or platinum. Teflon is also sometimes used.

Threads are divided into two groups in terms of material

For bioreinforcement, only absorbable threads are used.

Interesting ! Recently they began to produce combined threads. They first fix the tissue, after which they begin to dissolve. A popular example is the Silhouette Elevator.

There is another classification of threads - according to the type of their surface. The following types of threads are distinguished:

• smooth;
• with notches;
• with cones.

The surface of the threads may vary

Thanks to the notches, it is possible to provide better fixation of tissues. Notches distribute tension. According to reviews from specialists who practice the use of threads in bioreinforcement, most of their patients noted a positive effect that lasts for quite a long time. It was also noted that the use of threads provides better results than fillers.

Notches help hold fabrics better

Interesting ! Basically, this procedure is suitable for those who have pronounced signs of aging and sagging facial skin.

Among the advantages of using threads are:

• tangible and visible results. It manifests itself almost immediately, and there is no need to wait for any periods of rehabilitation;
• possibility of changing the degree of thread tension. Moreover, this can be done both during the operation and after it. In this way, patients can adjust the skin lifting effect;
• speed of conduction. The operation will not take more than an hour;
• use of local anesthesia. Sometimes general anesthesia is used;
• duration of effect. The time until the next procedure can be either 1 year or 5 years.

This procedure has many advantages

Filament bioreinforcement also has disadvantages, including:

• feeling of tightness in the face. Many patients report discomfort from the presence of threads. It is worth noting that the duration of such sensations is quite long;
• no effect. This situation may occur if there is excess soft tissue;
• the need to remove non-absorbable threads in case of additional plastic surgery.

There are not many disadvantages, but they are quite significant

Using fillers

The use of threads for bioreinforcement caused many risks, which is why cosmetologists came up with an alternative. Thus, a procedure appeared where the threads were replaced by the use of fillers based on hyaluronic acid.

Fillers are administered by injection. A special flexible cannula is used for this. The length is significantly longer than that of a regular needle.

Interesting ! This way it is possible to reduce the number of punctures, as well as reduce pain during the process.

Fillers are also used for bio-reinforcement of the face.

In addition, thanks to the cannula, the gel penetrates the tissue evenly. The injection itself is placed so that as a result a mesh of the active substance, hyaluronic acid, is formed under the skin.

After the acid penetrates inside, it will begin to slowly dissolve. A large number of water molecules are attracted to acid molecules. This leads to the activation of fibroblasts. As a result, active collagen production occurs, which makes the skin elastic. Thus, after the introduction of acid, the skin of the face becomes more elastic.

Interesting ! The results from using fillers do not appear immediately, as is the case with the use of threads. The skin will change slowly and it is advisable to perform several treatments to achieve the desired result.

The effect does not appear immediately

Some of the advantages of using fillers include:

• virtual absence of pain during acid injection;
• Duration of effect. The effect of the acid network can be felt from six months to two years.

There are also disadvantages. These include:

• gradual increase in results;
• weak effect after the first introduction of the acid mesh;
• the formation of edema with the constant presence of a large amount of hyaluronate in the tissues.

This procedure has both pros and cons.

Facial reinforcement methods

Lifting with absorbable threads

The most popular type of lifting in modern cosmetology. To carry it out, biocompatible drugs are used, which are injected under the skin at a certain angle, creating an elastic frame. After a couple of months, the threads completely dissolve, and new collagen and elastin fibers remain in their place. They provide support for the skin in the correct position. With the help of biothreads you can get rid of wrinkles and sagging skin. The effect lasts 6 months - 1 year.

Reinforcement with gold threads

It is best to have a gold thread lift at the age of 30-40 years. For older people, facial plastic surgery is recommended, followed by reinforcement with gold threads. The result of such lifting lasts 5-7 years. Rejuvenation in this case has an increasing effect. After the session, you will see how the contours of your face and neck have tightened, and later the changes will become more noticeable.

Lifting with non-absorbable threads

In addition to gold threads, our cosmetologists use non-absorbable threads made of polymer materials. They can be straight, spiral-shaped, with notches... Lifting with such threads demonstrates a longer lasting and more pronounced result compared to reinforcement with biothreads.

Facial reinforcement with hyaluronic acid (filler gels)

Filler injections eliminate the manifestations of ptosis, give the lower third of the face clear contours, lift the cheekbones, smooth out nasolabial folds and tear grooves. Facial reinforcement is performed with cannulas or thin needles, depending on the volume of correction and the preparation. The advantage of modern fillers is complete biocompatibility and durability.

Injections of a collagen-containing drug

This mild type of rejuvenation is used for mild age-related changes, and also as a concomitant anti-aging therapy after plastic surgery. Injections of a drug with a high content of natural collagen help restore metabolic processes in skin cells and form new collagen fibers in tissues. As a result, the complexion improves, the skin is smoothed and tightened.

Who can benefit from the bioreinforcement procedure?

This procedure is recommended for women who have reached the age of 35 years. However, it is absolutely not necessary to visit a cosmetologist for this purpose, based only on age. You can also use the procedure if initial signs of visible aging and sagging of its tissues have been detected. You can detect them with a small test. To carry it out you will need a mirror or camera.

A camera will help identify the initial signs of aging.

The sequence of actions when conducting the test is as follows.

1. It is necessary to look at the object being used. This could be a mirror or a camera. It is important that your face is straight. At first there will be no signs.
2. Next, you should tilt your head slightly forward. In this case, attention should be paid to the height of the cheekbones and the tone of the skin on the cheeks. Perhaps the first soft folds will be detected along the line of the nose or the corners of the lips.

Interesting ! If, during the second step, any changes in the facial skin were detected, we can talk about the need to use bioreinforcement.

If a problem is detected, you can carry out the procedure

3D modeling with Radiesse

When it comes to filler, bioreinforcement with three-dimensional facial modeling is only possible with Radiesse. No other hyaluronic acid-based filler can cope with this task and fix the tissue.

The active component of the drug is calcium hydroxyapatite, which fundamentally distinguishes it from other gels. This component in the composition provides strong tissue support and the ability to resist mechanical stress. High elasticity and viscosity make it possible to correct facially active areas of the face, giving them a clear shape.

The drug does not migrate and takes the required shape when modeling the face.

Contraindications

It is not recommended to use the procedure if you have:

• excess fabric. If there is excess skin, it will not be possible to achieve the desired result, and the only change for the better can only be achieved through surgery;
• blood clotting problem. Additionally, this may include patients who are undergoing treatment with antiplatelet agents or anticoagulants;
• tendency to develop scars. Thus, if you do not want unattractive scars, it is better to avoid the procedure;
• diseases of the immune system.

Important ! Also, you should not resort to bioreinforcement during pregnancy or lactation.

This procedure cannot be performed during pregnancy.

Complications

If you follow the technique of performing the procedure and do not ignore existing restrictions, then side effects occur in rare cases. The appearance of redness, swelling and mild bruising is considered a normal reaction. As a rule, such manifestations disappear on their own after 3-7 days.

More serious complications include spreading of the gel, the appearance of tubercles, asymmetry and inflammatory lesions. If you have one or more of the listed symptoms, it is better to visit a cosmetologist who performs reinforcement.

Side effects

As for this section, side effects or various complications appear in the same way as during other procedures involving intervention in the skin. The following consequences may occur during the procedure:

• bruises;
• swelling;
• pain at the needle insertion sites.

Some consequences may occur

Additionally, one can note the risk of infection of the formed wounds, as well as the occurrence of scars. It is worth noting that thanks to the development of modern technologies and the creation of new materials used to make threads, an allergic reaction to their presence inside the skin is practically absent. Only rarely do patients develop allergies.

Important ! The reason for such cases is the use of low-quality composition.

It is possible to avoid complications after surgery. To do this, it is recommended to comply with a number of requirements for several days before bioreinforcement and a week after.

1. Wait until your period ends.
2. Three days before the administration of hyaluronate, start taking Dicynon. It is worth asking your doctor in advance about the possibility of using this drug. It is necessary to improve blood clotting and avoid bleeding from wounds.
3. Stop taking painkillers for about two weeks.

Three days before the procedure you need to drink Dicinon.

Interesting ! Additionally, you can note the need to take medications that block the production of melatonin in tissues. This is suitable for those who are at risk of developing pigmentation when interfering with the layers of the skin.

Comparison of the pros and cons of manipulation with other methods

Individual consultation

Sequence of the procedure

Before talking about the main stage of the procedure, it is worth noting the need to visit a cosmetologist for consultation. This is necessary so that possible contraindications are identified in advance.

Only after consultation can you begin to talk about the sequence of bioreinforcement, which includes several steps.

1. Skin preparation. This is done using a mild facial wash. Thanks to this product, the cosmetologist removes all cosmetics and various impurities. This neutralizes the risk of infection entering the wounds.

   
   The skin should always be prepared for the procedure

2. Pain relief. When using a filler, a cosmetic cream containing an anesthetic acts as a pain reliever. For example, lidocaine can be such an anesthetic. The cream must be applied to thoroughly dried skin. The applied layer should be small and uniform. If we are talking about the use of threads, the anesthetic may be, for example, general anesthesia.
3. Disinfection. After the product has been applied and left for half an hour, it is necessary to remove excess cream. Only then do they begin disinfection by treating the skin with an antiseptic.

   
   The skin is subsequently treated with an antiseptic

4. Bioreinforcement. This is a basic process in which threads or a hyaluronate-based solution are injected into the skin. To make the introduction of the material better and painless, a “scheme” is drawn on the face in advance.

The main thing is the process itself

The final stage is the treatment of the formed wounds with an antiseptic. If necessary, they can be sealed with adhesive tape.

Interesting ! The cosmetologist also additionally advises the client on facial skin care rules and restrictions.

Kinds

Fillers

Anti-aging products in the form of injections have different active substances; they can be divided into 4 main groups.

Permanent (synthetic). They are created from artificial polymers (liquid silicone, acrylic, polyacrylamide), which do not dissolve and are not excreted naturally. They often cause allergies because they are attacked by immune cells and rejected. Despite their durability and low cost, they are rarely used. This is due to the ability to migrate through tissues, provoking inflammatory processes.

Biocompatible. Surgical materials combining natural and synthetic components (polycaprolactone). They stimulate the appearance of new collagen fibers, remain in the body for up to 4 years, and have virtually no side effects.

Autologous. They are natural substances (own fat, lipofiller), which are transplanted from one place to another. They do not cause complications and are characterized by long-lasting and sustainable results.

Biodegradable. Absorbable drugs that are ideally compatible with human cells. They may be based on:

• hyaluron;
• collagen;
• poly-L-lactic acid;
• calcium hydroxyalate;
• acrylic Powder.

Fillers have a viscous gel-like consistency and can be injected using certain injection techniques: subcutaneously, intradermally, and between the dermis and the superficial layer.

Most often, preference is given to biocompatible fillers with varying degrees of hyaluronic acid density. Such drugs are of animal and synthetic origin, monophasic (molecules of the same size) and biphasic (molecules of different shapes).

Threads

They are a special material that is made from a different base.

Biodegradable, or soluble. Characterized by painless implantation. They are placed in the superficial layers using a needle or cannula with a blunt tip. Cannula insertion is preferable because the instrument moves apart and does not injure the tissue. Its use virtually eliminates the occurrence of hematomas and other complications.

Non-absorbable. Made from highly durable material. Such fibers allow you to tighten the epidermis because they are inserted deep into the muscle layers of soft tissue.

Sometimes these materials are combined to create a durable base and biodegradable sealing cones. Lifting with liquid threads with a gel-like composition is also possible. The substance hardens under the skin, forms a supporting frame, and is then excreted from the body.

In modern cosmetology, different fibers are used. They are divided not only by material, but also by the effect they provide. Varieties:

• lifting - move and fix tissue;
• reinforcing - prevent ptosis, maintain the contour;
• biostimulating (mesothreads) - restore and synthesize collagen production;
• shaping - allow you to create new shapes of a certain part of the face.

Most often, rejuvenation is carried out with reinforcing options or mesothreads (for minor age-related changes). After the frame is formed, the skin is tightened and wrinkles are smoothed out. These models have special notches that firmly hold the fibers inside.

Creams

The Mezolux line of the Russian company Librederm is an alternative to mesothreads and fillers.

The products have a rejuvenating effect, tighten the skin, smooth out wrinkles. The main active ingredient is the Armatrix complex, obtained from algae.

A visible effect is achieved after daily use for a month or longer.

Series includes:

• Anti-aging night cream for face, neck and décolleté. Contains shea butter and candy nuts, which provide nutritional properties and restore skin tone and elasticity.
• Day cream with Tightens the oval, moisturizes, nourishes and protects against ultraviolet rays.
• Age cream contour around the eyes. It contains optical microspheres that mask wrinkles and restores the elasticity of the dermis in the eye area.
• Muscle relaxant concentrate. It acts like Botox, so it relaxes muscles, smoothes out wrinkles and prevents the formation of new ones.
• Detox concentrate. Removes toxins, protects against negative factors, nourishes the skin and gives it radiance.
• Anti-aging serum concentrate. The main result is provided by the moisturizing component, which enhances the effectiveness of the main products.
• Lymphatic drainage concentrate. Thanks to brown algae extract, it relieves severe puffiness and removes bags under the eyes.
• Anti-stress concentrate. Tones and softens the skin, immortelle and taurine in its composition neutralize signs of fatigue on the face.
• Brightening concentrate. Evens out tone, eliminates pigmentation and redness.

Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):

Creams cannot serve as an alternative to invasive methods, since they have an exclusively local effect that does not extend deeper than the epidermis.

Care

At the end of the procedure, your face will swell a little. Where the punctures were made, small hematomas will appear, which will go away over time. Occasionally there have been situations where bruises took up almost the entire face, so it’s worth preparing for something like this in advance.

It is worth preparing for the possibility of hematomas

But don’t worry that a bad specialist was chosen to carry out the procedure. The formation and size of hematomas depends on the skin type and pain threshold. One of the reasons why you should refrain from bioreinforcement during menstruation lies in the increased risk of developing large hematomas.

Interesting ! In any case, after the procedure it is important to provide proper and high-quality facial care. The fewer factors that negatively affect the process of healing and restoration of the epidermis, the faster the desired effect will be achieved.

After the procedure, it is important to carefully care for your skin.

Thus, after bioreinforcement it is recommended:

• continue taking antiviral medications if the cosmetologist or other doctor prescribed them before the procedure;
• Carry out regular treatment of puncture sites. To do this, you need to use an antiseptic;
• Do not touch your face or any crusts that have formed with dirty hands. They also cannot be torn off;
• refuse to visit a bathhouse or sauna, and also limit any thermal effects on the skin. This also applies to being near a stove, stove or fireplace;
• avoid using cosmetics or medications;
• Avoid swimming to avoid infection in wounds.

After the procedure, you should avoid any heat exposure to your facial skin.

Also, during the rehabilitation period, it is worth reducing the load on the body so as not to sweat too much.

As for the duration of the effect, it depends on:

• the selected drug;
• degree of skin saturation;
• penetration depth of the solution.

FAQ

What is the difference between plastic and bioreinforcement?

There are several differences, and all of them are significant. First, both procedures differ in the objectives they are trying to achieve. Secondly, the difference lies in the technique of the procedure. Thirdly, in the drugs used.

Contour plastic and bioreinforcement have many differences

Is it possible to use bioreinforcement after 50 years? Or is it too late?

It is impossible to give an exact answer, since the possibility and necessity of the procedure depends on factors such as:

• signs of aging. For some, they can be significant at age 50, while others are just starting to age at that age;
• skin characteristics;
• features of facial structure.

The procedure is mainly intended for women who are between 35 and 50 years old at the time of the procedure. If we talk about older representatives of the fair sex, they run the risk of reducing the rejuvenation effect. In other words, after the procedure, the result may be less bright and insufficiently pronounced.

If age-related changes are severe, you may not be able to see a pronounced rejuvenation effect.

Is the procedure performed around the eyes?

In this case, it is worth paying attention to what kind of deformations around the eyes we are talking about. If swelling of the periorbital zone occurs and bags appear, then bioreinforcement should not be used. It is better to resort to the procedure if tissue deformations are detected.

What are the features of manipulation and who is it indicated for?

Bioreinforcement is a procedure for introducing gel-like fillers into the subcutaneous area of ​​problem areas of the face in predetermined directions to create a supporting frame. In the classic version, vector lifting is used with Radiesse or fillers containing hyaluronic acid. Bioreinforcement is a real alternative to surgery, since the degree of tissue rejuvenation is achieved due to the patient’s own collagen formed under the skin after the injection of the drug.

The “after” photo was taken 12 months later at a follow-up examination

As a result of the injections, a protective frame is formed, which not only supports the tissue from sagging, but also perfectly tightens the facial contour. The procedure is indicated for all people over 30 years of age who have the first signs of involutional changes. Below are the most common cases of using bioreinforcement with Radiesse or hyaluronic acid.

1. Wrinkles in the nasolabial folds.
2. Sagging cheek area.
3. Contour plastic surgery of the zygomatic zone.
4. Age-related changes in the forehead area.
5. Changing the shape of the chin.
6. Flabbiness and wrinkling of facial skin in any part.

The main advantage of the method is quick, painless, excellent results. Although the effect lasts slightly less than after complex surgery, fillers can be injected repeatedly and prolong the amazing benefits of the cosmetic procedure.

About the procedure

• Duration

  30-60 minutes

• Drugs

  Radiesse (Merz, Germany)

• Recommended course:

  One-time procedure

• Periodicity

  1 time per year

• Anesthesia

  Emla, Akriol

• The effect occurs:

  Increasingly, over 3 months

Reviews

Christina, Ufa

“I recently used bioreinforcement. I want to say that I noticed the result almost immediately. The skin immediately seemed to fit tightly to the face. The lethargy disappeared, the wrinkles that really showed my age disappeared. My skin now is like that of an 18-year-old girl.”

Olga, St. Petersburg

“I heard about the procedure from a friend and decided to use it. I am already old enough to talk about visible signs of aging. The result was not long in coming. After the procedure, the cheekbones were beautifully outlined. The facial rejuvenation effect is simply incredible. I would like to thank the cosmetologist for performing bioreinforcement. I will do it again, only now I want to get rid of wrinkles around my nose and lips.”

Patients confirm the effectiveness of the procedure

Lyudmila, Murmansk

“I’m not yet old enough to talk about old age. But I was embarrassed by the nasolabial folds - they probably added ten years to my appearance. No matter how many creams I used, I couldn’t get rid of them, so I decided to use volumetric contouring. I want to say that the procedure is absolutely painless. And after it there was no swelling. In fact, I didn’t even have to go through a rehabilitation period – the results showed up instantly. I think I look much better now than when I was at university.”

Polina, Astrakhan

“Not long ago I consulted my cosmetologist about correcting nasolabial folds. She suggested that I use bioreinforcement. I had never heard of such a procedure before, and it seemed to me that everything would be quite simple. Actually, this was the case, since they performed the procedure on me under anesthesia. The only thing I want to note is that after the operation there was some slight swelling, but overall I liked the result.”

The procedure pleases with the results

Anastasia, St. Petersburg

“A cosmetologist told me about bioreinforcement. She also suggested using the procedure. I want to say that I liked the effect. The oval of the face and skin condition have improved. I completed the full course, and now I’m happy. It seems that I am 7 years younger, no less.”

Radiesse will restore youthful skin

How to become younger? How to regain your former youth? The aging process is a vicious circle that hyaluronic acid fillers cannot break.

Unlike other drugs, Radiesse provides structural intradermal support, which triggers the activation of already “dormant” processes: the production of fibroblasts and neocollagenesis. At the moment, this is the only most powerful volumetric and contour filler that is certified in Russia and approved by the FDA.

Cost of the procedure

We will indicate the cost of such a procedure in different cities of Russia.

Photos before and after

Photos before and after bioreinforcement of the face No. 1

Photos before and after bioreinforcement of the face No. 2

Photos before and after bioreinforcement of the face No. 3