Botox vs Fillers:
A common BOTOX Cosmetic FAQs is which is better, Botox or fillers? Both facial injections are widely popular and effective non-surgical treatments. They are different substances however, designed for different uses:
BOTOX ® Freezes muscles to improve lines and wrinkles formed due to repetitive facial expressions, notably those in the upper face such as the forehead and around the eyes. Dermal fillers on the other hand use hyaluronic acid and similar substances to restore volume and smoothness to specific facial areas. This includes thin lips, lines around the mouth and sunken cheeks. They might also be used to smooth forehead lines and scars, or improve jawline profile.
BOTOX results last 3-4 months, while results for dermal fillers last 6-18 months depending on the filler and the infected area amongst other factors.
Since BOTOX® and Dermal Fillers target different types of wrinkles, a holistic approach combing both injectable treatments to target both, static and dynamic wrinkles is often recommended. A multimodal facial rejuvenation treatment strategy has been proven to provide a holistic, more long-lasting results.