[Supervised by a Doctor] Are There Any Drawbacks to Botox Lifts? Tips to Avoid Complications

Botox Lift is a treatment in which botulinum toxin products are injected into the neck where the facial lines and broad neck muscles are located. The treatment is expected to lead to a cleaner look of the face and neck. However, some people considering a Botox lift are afraid of the disadvantages and risk of failure. In this article, we will discuss in detail the basics of Botox Lift to avoid regrets.

What is Botox Lift Microbotox?

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The following is an introduction to the effects and procedures that can be expected with Botox Lift.

Botox Lift is a treatment for natural lifting

Botox Lift is used for the facial lines and neck where the broad neck muscles are located.The treatment involves injecting a botulinum toxin preparation into theす。皮膚の浅い層に細かく注入する「マイクロボトックス」と呼ばれる手法で行われます。クリニックによっては、フェイスリフトボトックス、広頚筋ボトックスなどとも呼ばれているようです。
広頚筋とは口を「イー」の形にしたときに浮かび上がる首の筋肉のこと。通常フェイスラインは下向きに働く広頚筋と、重力に抗うように働く抗重力筋が引っ張り合うようにバランスを保っています。しかし、加齢によって両者のバランスが崩れると、顔や首にたるみ・もたつきが生じる原因に。
ボツリヌストキシンには、Inhibits nerve and muscle actionare available. Botox Lift is a treatment that takes advantage of this function of botulinum toxin to achieve a natural lifting effect.

Where is the Botox Lift performed? Indicated Areas and Their Effects

Applicable areas for Botox lift are around the eyes, cheeks, face line, and neck. The effects of the injections are shown in the table below.

Differences from Botox injections

Regular Botox injections are injected into the facial muscles of the face to improve wrinkles and reduce gills. Botox lifts, on the other hand, are not injected into the muscles.Treatment injected into the shallow intradermal layer of the skinIt is. This approach is different from Botox injections and is effective for neck tightening and facial line tightening.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Botox lift and what are the risks of failure?

Botox lift has disadvantages and risks of failure as well as advantages.

Advantages of Botox Lift

There are four major advantages of the Botox lift.

Low risk of bleeding and infection due to no incision

Botox Lift is a scalpel-free treatment with minimal risk of bleeding or infection. While surgery usually involves risks and side effects due to incisions, Botox Lift is a non-invasive procedure. The treatment is completed with only injections, so scars are barely noticeable.

Short treatment time and little downtime

The Botox Lift procedure time, excluding anesthesia, isAbout 10-15 minutesThere is little downtime. There is little downtime, and if there are no problems after the procedure, patients can return to their daily lives immediately. Makeup and showering can be done on the same day, so there is no need to make major changes to one's lifestyle.

Easy to approach wrinkles and sagging of the neck.

There are several cosmetic treatments that can approach wrinkles and sagging in the neck, such as a neck lift, but treatments that involve incisions in the skin involve pain and downtime. The ease of use of injections alone is a unique advantage of the Botox lift.

Natural look and feel

Unlike regular Botox injections, Botox Lift injects the preparation into the shallow layers of the skin, not the muscles. Because it is not injected directly into the facial and neck muscles, it can be used to lift the face and neck while maintaining a natural facial expression.

Disadvantages of Botox Lift

On the other hand, disadvantages of Botox lift include the following

The effect is not permanent.

Although there are individual differences, the Botox LiftEffectiveness is estimated to be 3-6 months.It is. Therefore, repeated treatments are necessary to maintain the effect. Although it is an easy treatment to receive, the longer you continue the treatment, the more you may find it a burden.

...with possible side effects.

Although no incisions are made, Botox lift is not without side effects and complications. As long as injections are made into the skin, there is a risk of redness, swelling, and pain at the treatment site. In most cases, this usually settles down within a week, but if you are concerned, you should take care to adjust your schedule before and after the procedure in advance.

Sometimes it doesn't have the desired effect.

Because the results of the procedure vary from person to person, some people may not achieve the desired results from Botox lift alone. To avoid the risk of disappointment, it is important to consult with your doctor to determine if Botox lift is appropriate for your condition.

Botox Lift Likely Failures

The following failures can occur with Botox Lift

Asymmetry

There is a risk of asymmetry with Botox lifts. Muscle mass is not necessarily the same on both sides. If treatment is performed without taking the balance into consideration, it can lead to discomfort after the procedure. Misalignment of the injection position of the botulinum toxin product can also cause asymmetry.

It's hard to make facial expressions.

Botulinum toxin products inhibit muscle function. Therefore, there is a risk of difficulty in making facial expressions if the injection point is in the wrong place due to poor skill of the practitioner. In the unlikely event that you experience facial stiffness after treatment, consult a specialist as soon as possible.

Botox Lift Prices and How to Choose a Clinic

It is important to know the cost price and how to choose a clinic in order to avoid Botox lift failure.

Cost of Botox Lift

What is the cost of a Botox lift,Approx. 30,000-110,000 yen rangeです。しかし、使用する製剤や注入量、施術を受けるクリニックによって、当然価格は変動します。
繰り返し施術を受ける可能性を考えると安いに越したことはありませんが、ボトックスリフトは医師の技術力によって仕上がりが左右されやすい施術。施術後に後悔しないためには、料金だけに囚われることなく、多角的な視点でクリニックや医師を選ぶことが大切です。

Factors to consider when selecting a clinic

In selecting a clinic, the following points should be considered

Is the preparation to be used approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare?

Botulinum toxin products includeMultiple types are available, with varying effects and durations depending on the type.It is. Another important factor in avoiding the risk of failure is whether the formulation used is approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. For example, Allergan's Botox Vista® is a formulation that has been approved by the government for its efficacy and effectiveness. Because it is injected into the body, be sure to check the characteristics, effectiveness, and side effects of the formulation you are using.

Can you take the time for counseling?

To avoid the risk of "it didn't turn out the way I wanted it ......," it is important to share with the doctor in advance what you envision after the procedure. If both parties have the same goal in mind, there is little chance of dissatisfaction. If a clinic takes the time to provide counseling, you will be able to undergo the procedure without any doubts or uncertainties.

Accurate aftercare instructions

There are several precautions that should be followed after a Botox lift. For example, avoid activities that increase blood circulation, such as saunas and exercise, and do not apply strong pressure to the area to be treated. If the postoperative period is not appropriate, the effects may not last as long as expected or side effects may be more severe. When selecting a clinic, be sure to check not only the procedure, but also whether or not they focus on aftercare guidance.

Conclusion

ボトックスリフトは、乾燥による小ジワや首のたるみ、もたつきにアプローチできる施術です。施術で後悔しないためには、メリットだけでなくデメリットや失敗のリスクも考慮したうえで総合的に判断する必要があります。焦って決めるのではなく、今回ご紹介したクリニック選びのポイントを参考に、じっくりと検討してみてください。

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【治療の内容】 ボツリヌストキシン製剤注入
【当院採用薬剤】
・ボトックスビスタ®（A型ボツリヌス毒素）
・NABOTA（A型ボツリヌストキシン）
【治療期間および回数】3～4ヶ月ごとに1回
【費用】
・ボトックスビスタ®（A型ボツリヌス毒素）
－全顔 1単位 ¥869（＋施術料 ¥22,000）※使用する単位数には個人差があります。
・NABOTA（A型ボツリヌストキシン）
－全顔：1単位 ¥649（＋施術料 ¥22,000）※使用する単位数には個人差があります。
－エラ：¥29,800～¥32,800
－マイクロボトックス（顔）：¥34,800
－両脇：¥39,800
－ボトックスリフト：¥34,800
－ボトックスリフト＋首：¥39,800
－肩：¥34,800～¥54,800
－両ふくらはぎ：¥39,800～¥49,800
【リスク・副作用等】頭痛、注射部位の痛み・腫れ、筋肉の部分的な脱力、赤み、あざ、無感覚、内出血など
【未承認医薬品等であることについて】
Botox treatment includes treatments that are either unapproved drugs in Japan or treatments that are different from those approved for use in the pharmaceutical industry.
Drugs and medical devices used for treatment were imported through a private importation procedure based on the judgment of a physician at our clinic.
　　https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance, except for those approved by the pharmaceutical affairs bodies.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-BOTOX VISTA® approved by the Japanese regulatory authorities for the treatment of expression lines between the eyebrows or at the corners of the eyes in adults under 65 years of age.
-NABOTA receives U.S. FDA approval
There is a possibility that serious risks, side effects, etc. have not been identified.
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief Program.