Injectables are an excellent way to reshape your face and reduce lines and wrinkles without having to undergo an invasive surgery. But not all injectables are the same. Botox injected into specific muscles, targeting “dynamic” wrinkles that are caused by repeated facial expressions. Dermal fillers, on the other hand, target smooth wrinkles. Read on expert opinion about Botox vs Dermal Fillers.
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Lines and Wrinkles
The two injectable treatments work in a similar way to reduce the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles. However, they differ in their ingredients and purposes. Botox is an injectable containing purified bacteria that freezes muscles, minimizing the formation of dynamic wrinkles. Dermal fillers contain a variety of ingredients that add volume to the face to improve thinning skin that often occurs with aging.
Both Botox and dermal fillers are safe for most people. However, the procedure is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. In addition, the treatment isn’t a substitute for a full facelift. It is important to seek the advice of an experienced cosmetic surgeon, nurse injector, or master aesthetician for your treatment.
Botox works by blocking nerve fibers that release the chemical acetylcholine, which causes your muscles to contract and form dynamic wrinkles. When injected into a targeted area, it relaxes those muscles, which smoothes the overlying skin. It’s a popular option for improving horizontal forehead lines, vertical frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow’s feet at the outer corners of your eyes.
Dermal fillers are formulated with various ingredients, including collagen, hyaluronic acid, and calcium hydroxylapatite. They can fill in hollow areas, hydrate the skin, and promote healthy skin. Fillers are also useful for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, restoring volume to the cheeks and temples, and enhancing the lips.
Both Injections can use with other Cosmetic Treatments
One benefit of dermal fillers is that they can be used alone or combined with other cosmetic treatments for enhanced results. For example, combining dermal fillers with laser treatments or microneedling with PRP (or exosomes) can increase collagen production for healthier, younger-looking skin that’s less prone to wrinkling.
The team of experts at House of Aesthetics Med Spa in Huntington Beach offers both Botox and dermal fillers to provide the best facial rejuvenation possible for men and women in and around Orange County. To learn more about your options, contact us today to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon or nurse injector. The team can recommend the most appropriate procedures based on your unique needs and goals.
Under-Eye Wrinkles
When it comes to reducing fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, there is no better treatment than Botox. This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure uses purified proteins (botulinum toxin type A) to relax muscle movement. This diminishes the formation of dynamic wrinkles caused by facial expressions and gives skin a more youthful appearance.
Botox can be used to correct a variety of wrinkles and lines, including “worry” lines across the forehead and “crow’s feet” along the outer edges of the eyes. The procedure is relatively quick, simple and virtually painless. After a topical anesthetic cream is applied to the injection site, the doctor uses a tiny needle to inject the treatment into the targeted area.
The results from a Botox injection appear within a few days of the procedure and typically last up to four months, depending on the individual’s body chemistry. Once the effects begin to wear off, a touch-up visit recommended for continued smoothing of wrinkles and lines.
Dermal fillers are a common cosmetic treatment that can use to plump lips, add volume and enhance shallow contours. These treatments use hyaluronic acid, which is a substance that naturally occurs in the skin, as well as other ingredients to create unique formulations designed to treat specific aesthetic concerns.
These formulas can use to address thin lips, shallow contours, creases and recessed scars. Dermal fillers are also a great solution for patients seeking an alternative to surgery. Unlike Botox, which reduces muscle movement, dermal fillers offer long-lasting results that can provide a noticeable improvement to the face with little or no downtime.
Can Combine Botox and Dermal Fillers
Both Botox and dermal fillers can use alone or in combination with other cosmetic facial treatments for total rejuvenation. Combining treatments can help extend the results of a single injection and make treatment visits more convenient for busy schedules.
Because dermal fillers and Botox work in a different way, they best use together for optimal outcomes. By first using Botox to reduce muscle movement, the hyaluronic acid in fillers will last longer and be less likely to break down in areas where there is frequent movement.
Crow’s Feet
The delicate skin around your eyes is one of the most susceptible areas for wrinkle formation, especially over time. The repetitive movements of smiling, frowning and squinting can cause the muscles to become tight and lose elasticity, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. These lines can eventually become crow’s feet, which can give your face a tired or angry appearance. While there’s nothing you can do to completely avoid the onset of these wrinkles, you can delay their appearance and slow down their progression with early intervention.
The first step in preventing crow’s feet is to apply skincare tailored to the thinner skin of the eye area, which will help to reduce fine lines and puffiness. Skincare products containing antioxidants like vitamin C can brighten and firm the skin, while products that contain retinol or peptides can encourage collagen production for a more youthful glow. In addition, using a moisturizer with SPF helps to protect the skin from sun damage and premature signs of aging.
You can also use neuromodulators such as Botox or Dysport to smooth the muscles that create these fine lines. These injectables work by blocking the muscle movement that causes these lines to form and reducing their visibility. They generally take effect in four to seven days and can last up to three months or more, depending on the product you choose.
If you’re looking for a more permanent solution to these fine lines and wrinkles, dermal fillers are an excellent option. These injectables containing hyaluronic acid or collagen injected directly into the problem area to begin “filling” the lines and wrinkles. Dermal fillers can often last up to 12 months or more, depending on the type of filler you choose.
Difference in Crow’s Feet and Fine Lines
The difference between crow’s feet and fine lines can sometimes be confusing, but they’re actually two different types of fine lines and wrinkles. Fine lines tend to appear in other parts of the face, while crow’s feet are those crinkled edges that radiate out from the corners of your eyes.
Botox vs Dermal Fillers for Lips
Both dermal fillers and Botox proven, non-invasive ways to eliminate wrinkles, and achieve smooth, youthful skin – without going under the knife. Both treatments are relatively painless, and can perform in under half an hour. They are also very safe, with minimal downtime and virtually no side effects.
Botox uses purified bacteria to freeze muscles, minimizing the appearance of lines and wrinkles caused by facial expressions. Dermal fillers use ingredients to add fullness to areas that have thinned with age, such as the cheeks and lips. In the hands of an experienced provider, both can use in tandem to create a completely customized approach that addresses your cosmetic concerns.
Most dermal fillers made of natural substances like hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, or poly-L-lactic acid. Some are temporary and will broken down and absorbed by the body over time, while others are permanent.
As a general rule, dermal fillers are safe for most healthy adults, but should not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding as the toxins may harm a fetus or breastfeeding baby. It’s best to consult with a medical professional about whether or not a dermal filler is right for you, and to undergo the procedure in a clean, sterile environment, like a hospital or clinic.
If you are considering Botox or dermal fillers, make an appointment to meet with a House of Aesthetics specialist today. Our team is here to help you feel your absolute best. Contact us to set up your consultation at our office on Roxbury or online. We look forward to speaking with you!