BOTOX®, and Dermal Fillers

BOTOX® is a popular cosmetic procedure that temporarily inhibits muscle contraction under the skin to give it a smoother appearance while reducing or eliminating wrinkles.  BOTOX® is most commonly injected into the skin of the face or neck, and the results can be seen almost immediately and typically last three to four months. There are no special preparations for a BOTOX® injection and anesthesia usually is not necessary. Because there is no extensive recovery time following a procedure, BOTOX® is often referred to as the “lunch hour facelift.”

BOTOX® is a medication that blocks nerve activity to certain muscles. It is injected into desired muscle groups to relax them and give the overlying skin a smoother appearance.  From seven to 10 days following treatment, you will notice a gradual decrease in muscle movement at the treated area. The effects last from two to six months, with four months being the average.  You must notify us if you have myasthenia gravis or any other muscle-weakness disease. You can increase the duration of your treatment around the eyes by using Elastiderm twice a day on your eyelids. Apply this as the last topical agent in the morning and the evening.

Dermal fillers are injections that are made of natural or synthetic materials, and also are used to reduce facial wrinkles and fine lines by restoring lost facial volume. There are several dermal fillers on the market today and each has its advantages and disadvantages. The best option for you will depend upon your personal needs, goals and lifestyle. Medical professionals administer all treatments.

Injectable dermal fillers are made of natural or synthetic materials and used to reduce facial wrinkles and fine lines by restoring lost facial volume, plumping up the tissue.  There are several dermal fillers on the market today and each has its advantages and disadvantages. The best option for you will depend upon your personal needs, age, goals, and lifestyle. Physicians administer all treatments.  Newer products offer longer-lasting results than earlier fillers. They can be combined with botulinum toxin, which relaxes select muscles to achieve a more rested, natural look.

Often called the liquid facelift, dermal fillers are a non-invasive solution for patients who want to plump up sagging skin and smooth out wrinkles for a younger appearance but who are not ready for surgery.  Dermal fillers can help patients:  Obtain fuller lips, Enhance their natural lip outline and definition that decreases with aging Plump up deep wrinkles and nasolabial folds (smile lines) so they are less pronounced Fill in facial depressions, such as those from acne, trauma, or surgery Options for use of fillers decrease with age.