Botox is FDA-approved to temporarily treat dynamic lines and wrinkles on the face. The botulinum toxin relaxes or paralyzes facial muscles. The results can last from 3 - 5 months.
Fillers are made mostly of hyaluronic acid or calcium and fill deep wrinkles and creases, replenish lost volume, and contour the face. They last from 8 – 24 months.
Fillers are made mostly of hyaluronic acid or calcium and fill deep wrinkles and creases, replenish lost volume, and contour the face. They last from 8 – 24 months.
Lines of expression need Botox, while lines at rest need filler. Botox suits areas where muscles contract, like frown lines, crow's feet, and lines between the brows. Fillers suit deep lines present even at rest, like under the eyes, cheeks, and jawline.
Treatment and Results
A Botox procedure takes about 15 minutes; fillers 15 – 30 minutes.
Botox results are visible about three days after treatment and reach an optimum after two weeks. Filler results are immediately visible.
Dr. Koreen of Dermatology and Cosmetic Laser Center is highly skilled and experienced in administering Botox and fillers in Huntington, NY. Dial