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Botox Vs. Fillers Dermatologists on the Difference Between the Injectables

Delmaine Donson

Your first lesson covers the basics: Botox vs. fillers.

Neuromodulator is a bit of a mouthful, and definitely not as sexy sounding).

On the right are fillers injectables that restore the natural volume loss that often occurs as you get older.

Before and after Botox results on forehead

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They can also help to define features likeyour jaw, nose,or lips.

In that respect, Botox and fillers are two totally different treatments.

But in the Venn diagram they meet in the middle.

Before and after of lip fillers

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Both injectables work to give you smoother, younger looking skin.

We asked the experts about the differences between Botox and fillers and what you could expect from each treatment.

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What Is Botox?

Botox is actually a brand of botulinum neurotoxin that has been adopted as the catch-all term for the treatment.

You may also be given an ice pack to do some light numbing before the procedure.

Dermatologists also recommend avoiding any strenuous activity for a few hours to allow the molecule to fully bind.

As with anything, there are some risks involved.

What Is Filler?

Fillers are best for addressing volume loss and folds on the face.

With fillers, you’ll see results immediately, says Dr. Hibler.

The results should last anywhere between nine months and a year.

How Are Botox and Filler Different?

The main difference between Botox and filler is what they’re targeting.

“Botox is best for addressing dynamic lines on the face,” say Dr. Hibler.

“Fillers are best for addressing volume loss and folds on the face.”

The overall effect of both, however, should be smoother, plumper looking skin.

With that, your goals will also dictate which treatment you should try.

Commitment is also a big difference between the two.

Getting Botox is kind of like using salt when you’re cooking.

The neurotoxin will just need to degrade in your system on its own over time.

Fillers, however, can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidaise.

When injected into the filler area,hyaluronidaise can break down hyaluronic acid,allowing it to dissolve.

What Do Experts Recommend?

There are a lot of misconceptions about both Botox and fillers.

The best injectables should not even be noticeable by anyone but yourself.

“It’s enhancing normal features,” says Rabach.

If you’re looking to restore some volume loss fillers can help you look more plump and hydrated.

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