Comparison of the effects of facial liposuction and face-slimming injections.

Many people feel that their facial fat affects their looks and appearance, so they try various facial slimming methods. So what is the difference between facial liposuction and facial slimming injections?

1. Facial liposuction

Facial liposuction is mainly suitable for those with excessive facial fat, double chins, mild sagging of facial skin and soft tissue, as well as those with wide mandibular angles, wide cheeks, and bilateral asymmetry.

Facial liposuction is a surgical method that uses a liposuction device to scrape out excess fat accumulated under the skin through a tiny incision in the skin to reduce a certain proportion of swelling, thereby improving and beautifying the body shape.

(1) Contraindications

Mental illness, hypertension, heart disease, congenital amblyopia, anesthetic allergy, facial paralysis, proptosis, ptosis, pregnant women, women during menstruation, people with coagulation disorders, etc.

(2) Notes

1. Avoid getting the surgical site wet within 7 days after surgery to prevent infection. If there is blood scab or secretion on the wound, wipe it with sterile saline.

2. You should rest quietly after the operation and avoid watching TV or reading newspapers for 2 weeks. It is best to rest in a semi-recumbent position.

3. Do not take aspirin during the recovery period.

4. After the operation, you can apply pressure bandage or ice pack to the local wound, but the pressure should not be too high to avoid eye damage. If bleeding or severe hematoma occurs after the operation, you should go to the hospital for follow-up immediately.

2. Face-lift Injection

For those who simply have hypertrophy of the masseter muscle, it is more appropriate to use a face-lift injection. The face-lift injection mainly acts on the muscle tissue and is often used to solve symptoms such as hypertrophy of the masseter muscle and square face.

The professional name of face-lift injection is botulinum toxin, which is a biological product. Because it has a nerve-blocking effect, it is very commonly used in neurology, ophthalmology, plastic surgery, and cosmetic surgery. The current dosage is only one percent of its maximum safe dosage, so it is very safe.

Currently, there are only two brands of regular botulinum toxin in China: the domestically produced Hengli and the American imported BOTOX.

Botox is time-saving, less painful, and quick to recover, making it popular among white-collar workers. The entire Botox process takes less than 10 minutes, which is faster than going out for a walk, and the effect is far better than any other cosmetics.

Botox injections for face slimming go through several stages

1. The masseter muscle becomes soft within 1 week after injection.

2. After 2-4 weeks of injection, you will feel that your facial muscles have become thinner and the effect of face slimming will begin to appear;

3. The most obvious face-lifting effect is achieved after 10-12 weeks of injection;

4. Muscle activity begins to appear 12 weeks after injection;

5. Muscle volume gradually increases 16 weeks after injection.

The interval between the second injection is 4-7 months. In order to achieve a more lasting face-lift effect, the second injection should be performed when the muscles have just begun to recover their strength.

(1) How long does the face-slimming injection last?

The duration of face-slimming injections varies from person to person. For some people, it can last for a year, while for others it can only last for a few months. This is mainly related to individual circumstances. Some people are more sensitive to drugs, while others are less sensitive. It is also related to the dosage of the drugs. A larger dosage will last longer, while a smaller dosage will last shorter. It also depends on the purity of the drug. A higher purity will definitely result in a better effect, and the duration will be longer.

(2) Notes

1. Avoid strenuous exercise within 24 hours after getting the face-slimming injection.

2. Avoid eating hard-shelled foods after the face-lift injection. Avoid eating spicy food, seafood, smoking and drinking within one week. Due to chewing habits, there will still be a slight asymmetry between the two sides after the injection. A small number of people may be insensitive to the drug and the effect may not be obvious, so you should come back for a follow-up visit after 2 weeks.

3. Within 4 hours after the face-slimming injection, you should avoid facial massage, sleeping, tilting your head forward, and exercising to prevent the spread of botulinum toxin.

4. The more frequently the head changes position, the worse the effect of the injection will be. Do not massage the area after the injection to avoid the spread of toxins. Do not massage, heat compress or rub the face within one month after the injection.

5. After injecting the face-slimming injection, do not apply hot compress to the injection site.

6. Within 6 hours, do not wash your face, do not put on makeup, do not be curious or touch the injection site, and do not exercise.