Cosmetologist dispelled popular myths about botox and fillers
There are still many myths surrounding injectable cosmetic procedures, which often force patients to postpone a visit to a specialist. Ekaterina Vasilyeva, Candidate of Medical Sciences, dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist, trichologist, founder and chief physician of Artleo Clinic, told about the most common misconceptions related to botox and fillers based on hyaluronic acid on June 2.
According to the expert, one of the most common fears is related to swelling after correcting the area under the eyes. Vasilyeva explained that hyaluronic acid is indeed capable of attracting water, but the risk of edema depends primarily on the technique of drug administration.
"If the filler is positioned correctly — on the bone base and in the deep tissue layer, it does not cause pronounced swelling, does not form bruises and provides a natural aesthetic result," the specialist noted.
She also refuted the widespread myth that the drug can eventually shift to the area of paint bags. According to the doctor, with proper administration, the filler is securely held by anatomical structures and remains at the installation site.
Another misconception concerns the limitations after the procedure. Many patients fear that after the introduction of fillers they will have to give up sports or wearing glasses. As Vasilyeva explained, it is enough to avoid strong pressure on the face in the first days after the procedure, as long as the drug retains increased plasticity.
No less myths are associated with botulinum toxin. Some patients believe that Botox completely deprives a person of facial expressions. However, according to the expert, modern techniques allow you to maintain a natural facial expression, while reducing the activity of the muscles responsible for the formation of wrinkles.
The doctor stressed that concerns about "drooping eyelids" after Botox are usually associated with poor-quality performance of the procedure. When administered correctly, the drug only temporarily relaxes certain muscles and helps prevent the formation of age-related changes.
In addition, many patients experience psychological discomfort after the first injections, as they cannot move their eyebrows in the usual way or actively use their forehead muscles. According to Vasilyeva, such feelings are a normal reaction to a new experience and do not indicate a deterioration in appearance.
The expert also dispelled the myth of addiction to botox and fillers. She stressed that the drugs do not cause dependence and do not affect the natural processes in the skin.
"When the effect of the drug ends, the person simply returns to his original state. There is no addiction, although many people like to see the result of the procedures and maintain it," the doctor explained.
According to Vasilyeva, an important advantage of modern injection techniques remains their reversibility. If necessary, the effect can be adjusted or the drugs can be absorbed naturally.
The specialist added that the key conditions for a safe and predictable result are proper selection of the procedure, regular skin care, monitoring the condition of the body and contacting qualified doctors. According to her, botox and hyaluronic acid preparations are able to effectively combat age-related changes if used according to indications and under the supervision of a specialist.
Expert Yulia Lovtsova said a day earlier that the beauty industry largely monetizes the fear of aging by offering quick solutions instead of systematically dealing with the causes of age-related changes. According to Lovtsova, the nature of aging depends on lifestyle and habits. She identified different types of age-related changes, linking them to nutrition, posture, stress levels, and UV exposure.
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