How effective is hyaluronic acid in wrinkle removal?

As people age, wrinkles will appear on many parts of the body. This is a normal physiological phenomenon, but many people cannot accept the reality that they are getting older. In addition to age reasons, some people are overworked for a long time, especially many young people who often stay up late, or have improper diet, which can also cause many wrinkles to appear quietly. Nowadays, many people use hyaluronic acid to remove wrinkles, so what is the effect of this method?

First, indications

It is suitable for people with the following wrinkles: horizontal forehead wrinkles (i.e. forehead wrinkles), frown lines, crow's feet, nasolabial folds, longitudinal wrinkles around the mouth, aging neck, etc.

Second, contraindications

a. Pregnant and lactating women.

b. Those who have received light therapy within two weeks.

c. Those with local skin diseases.

d. Patients with autoimmune diseases.

Third, preoperative preparation

a. Before hyaluronic acid injection, the face must be cleaned thoroughly and there must not be any bacteria or viruses such as folliculitis or boils on the face.

b. Do not take medications containing aspirin within one week before surgery.

c. Women should avoid the menstrual period.

Fourth, treatment methods and process

①Disinfect the skin at the injection site.

②Design and mark the injection points.

③Inject the drug into the marked area.

Fifth, treatment effect

Make the skin plump and elastic, and achieve the effect of wrinkle removal.

6. Complications

Infection: Injection is also an invasive procedure and there is a possibility of infection. If infection occurs, go to the hospital for treatment immediately.

7. Risks and Prevention

① Local redness: Local redness is a common phenomenon and will disappear physiologically within 1-2 days. If it does not disappear within 3 days, you should go to the hospital for follow-up and timely treatment.

② Local congestion: It appears as cyanosis, is less common, may last for 1-2 weeks, and can disappear on its own.

③ Overdose: In case of overdose, you should go to the hospital for treatment in time. Some cases only require immediate treatment by a doctor, while serious cases require removal of the injected substance. Removal of injectable material is more difficult than injection, so you should communicate fully with your doctor before the operation.

④ Local swelling: Swelling will occur after the injection and will disappear in 1-2 days. If it lasts for a long time, medical treatment is required.

⑤ Pigmentation: Generally speaking, pigmentation may occur if the injection is too shallow or if sun protection is not paid attention to. You can use a whitening mask 4-6 times after 1 month, and the pigmentation will be reduced or disappear.