BOTOX® Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic is commonly used to reduce or eliminate the appearance of facial wrinkles. It is injected under the skin into areas surrounding the eyes, forehead, and mouth to smooth forehead creases, crow’s feet, frown and worry lines, as well as lines on the neck. Made from a purified protein, BOTOX® relaxes wrinkles and gives the face a rejuvenated look. BOTOX® may also be used to treat migraine headaches, excessive sweating, as well as eye, facial or neck muscle spasms.
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Cosmetic Facial Fillers
Cosmetic facial fillers are a popular way to reduce wrinkles. Unlike BOTOX®, which minimizes muscle movements to fight signs of aging, fillers plump up the skin. They can thus help to address issues like loss of roundness in the cheeks, thin lips, nasolabial folds, and wrinkles that are caused by gravity. We offer a few different types of fillers. When you come in for your consultation, Dr. Gary Wiesman will help you decide which one is best for your unique situation.
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Cosmetic facial fillers offer a quick and minimally invasive way to fight the signs of aging and enhance your appearance. Before you schedule your consultation with Dr. Wiesman to talk about them, however, you may want to learn more. That is why we have put together the following list of frequently asked questions, along with succinct answers. If you don’t see the information you were looking for, give us a call. We look forward to speaking with you!
What Is the Difference Between BOTOX® and Cosmetic Facial Fillers?
Both BOTOX® and fillers are injectables, and both can fight wrinkles. However, they work quite differently. BOTOX® minimizes muscles movements in certain areas of the face, which drastically reduces wrinkles that are caused by repeatedly making the same expressions throughout many years. Fillers, on the other hand, plump up the area beneath wrinkles, thereby actually filling the wrinkles in. They tend to be more effective for gravity-based wrinkles than BOTOX®.
What Are Facial Fillers Made Of?
There are a few different types of fillers. The most common is composed of a soft hyaluronic acid gel. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body that aids in hydration and skin volume. Another type of filler contains synthetic calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres. The microspheres work by stimulating your body’s own collagen production. When you visit us for your consultation, your facial plastic surgeon can help you decide which type of filler best suits your needs and preferences.
How Long Do Facial Fillers Last?
On average, fillers last a minimum of 6 months. Some types can last for a year or even a few years. If you are interested in longer-term results, you may need to ask our team about the other services we offer, such as surgical options. While surgery is more invasive than fillers, it can provide you with many years of enhanced beauty.
What Are the Risks and Side Effects of Facial Fillers?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort while receiving their injections. Some bruising and swelling might occur afterward, so it is best not to schedule your appointment right before an important event. However, unlike facelifts and other surgical procedures, no downtime is required — you’ll be able to resume your normal routine right away. Serious complications are extremely rare with fillers, especially among patients who entrust their care to a reputable team.
Who Should Consider Getting Facial Fillers?
Facial fillers can be used as a standalone cosmetic treatment, or they can be used to complement the results of other procedures, such as eyelid surgery or earlobe rejuvenation. They are best used in adults who have moderate, perhaps even severe, loss of volume in certain areas of the face. For example, fillers can address deepening of the nasolabial folds. They can also be used to plump up the lips or restore youthful roundness to the cheeks. During your consultation, our team will let you know if fillers are a viable solution to your aesthetic concerns.