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Do BOTOX® and Fillers Provide the Same Benefits?

Thinking of having a cosmetic procedure to rejuvenate your skin this spring? Injectables like BOTOX® and dermal fillers are an ideal choice for any time of the year since, unlike some other treatments, they have little to no downtime and the seasonal weather changes will have no noticeable impact on results. Many patients, especially those are who new to injectable treatments, know that they want to enhance their facial appearance to look more youthful, energized, and healthier, but are confused about which type of injectable will be best for them. Many people mistakenly believe that BOTOX® and facial fillers at our St. Petersburg office accomplish the same things and could be used interchangeably, but this isn’t the case. 

The truth is that while there are some similarities between these two wrinkle injections, the way they work and the types of concerns they target are completely different. The best way of finding out for sure which option would be ideal for you is by consulting a dermatologist, but it helps to gather as much information as you can about the treatments before. See below for a simple explanation of how each of these cosmetic techniques addresses signs of aging. 

BOTOX®

BOTOX® is a prescription medication that gets its name from its primary active ingredient, botulinum toxin. This substance temporarily keeps facial muscles in the areas where it is injected relaxed by blocking messages from the nerves. The treatment is designed for dynamic wrinkles, which are visible when the face is in motion and are the result of habitual facial expressions. Some common examples of wrinkles that can be corrected with BOTOX® include crow’s feet, frown lines, and forehead wrinkles. 

Facial Fillers

Facial fillers usually contain hyaluronic acid. This hydrophilic (water-loving) molecule is contained in the skin itself and used to regulate hydration by holding onto water in the skin’s surface. Fillers are soft, clear gels injected beneath the surface of the skin, taking the place of collagen, fat, or other substances the skin is lacking. Fillers are used on static wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds, which typically form on the lower third of the face and are caused by collagen deficiency. 

To get more advice on injectables in St. Petersburg, contact Nelson Dermatology today. Submit a contact form or call us at 727-895-8131 if you have questions about these treatments.

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