If you have been looking at your lines and wrinkles, wondering about the best way to get rid of them, you might benefit from a combination approach. Different types of wrinkles affect everyone’s skin, so the same treatment may not work for all of them. Botox® and fillers are two non-surgical options that can be used alone or combined for a smooth, refreshed look.
What are Botox® and Dermal Fillers?
Botox® and dermal fillers are the most popular cosmetic injectables in the world. While both are administered by injection, they work in different ways. Botox® works by targeting the facial muscles that pull on your skin to create wrinkles, allowing them to relax. Dermal fillers restore lost volume or add definition to smooth away wrinkles from within the skin. Your Winter Park Plastic Surgery & Laser Center expert injector may recommend one or both of these options.
Combining Botox® and Fillers: The Perfect Duo for Full-Face Rejuvenation
To understand why Botox® and fillers make such a good team, it is important to understand the main types of wrinkles.
Botox® and Dynamic Wrinkles
Because Botox® relaxes facial muscles, it treats wrinkles caused by facial expressions. These often appear on the forehead, around the eyes, and between the brows. They are called dynamic wrinkles because they occur in areas where the skin is regularly creased and folded.
Fillers and Static Wrinkles
Static wrinkles occur in areas where skin laxity and volume loss have affected your features. Common locations include the nasolabial folds at the corners of the nose and mouth. Fillers can treat these wrinkles as well as plumping your lips and restoring facial definition.
Is There Any Downtime After Botox® and Fillers?
Injectable treatments like fillers and Botox® generally do not require any downtime, although some people may notice minor swelling, redness, or bruising in the area that can last a few days. Your expert injector may give you instructions to follow after treatment, but you can return to work and your usual activities immediately after your injections.
How Long Do Botox® and Dermal Fillers Last?
Most people can expect their Botox® results to take up to ten days to develop, and they will usually last three to four months. Dermal filler results can last from six months to two years, depending on the area and type of filler. Your injector will discuss what you can expect and when you should expect to schedule a maintenance appointment.
Am I a Good Candidate for Botox® and Dermal Fillers?
As some of the most popular cosmetic procedures, Botox® and dermal fillers are used on millions of people each year. Good candidates should be healthy adults with realistic expectations. Certain medical conditions may affect whether you can have these treatments, and you should not have them while you are pregnant.
Take the Next Step
Want to learn more about Botox® and fillers, and the associated costs? Call us at 407-554-5284 to schedule a consultation with our certified, professional staff at Winter Park Plastic Surgery & Laser Center in Winter Park, FL (serving the Central Florida area).
*Individual results may vary
