BOTOX® or Fillers?

People frequently come to my practice with misconceptions about what facial rejuvenation procedures actually do and which is the most effective for their needs. While BOTOX helps Los Angeles residents achieve smoother, more youthful looking skin, it works differently from injectable fillers. Understanding what separates these procedures can help you choose which one can most effectively help you gain the refreshed appearance you desire.

BOTOX

• Targets facial muscles to temporarily block nerve impulses that lead to wrinkles
• It’s FDA-approved for treatment of glabellar lines between the brows.
• Results typically last 3 to 4 months.
• Patients have seen reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, brows and forehead.

Dermal Fillers

• Popular options include: Restylane®, Perlane®, RADIESSE® and JUVÉDERM®
• They replace lost volume and collagen by plumping up skin.
• Depending on the extent of treatment, results can last from 3 months to 2 years.
• Products such as Sculptra® Aesthetic stimulate collagen production.
• Typically, a topical cream or local anesthesia is used to increase comfort.

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