Effective Botox and Dermal Filler Treatments in La Mesa
Among the many over the counter and procedural options out there for treating wrinkles and other similar skin concerns, two treatments are at the top – Botulinum toxin type A or Botox and dermal fillers. While both are viable and safe options, there are distinct differences between them and they both offer a different set of benefits.
If you want to explore Botox and dermal filler treatments in Encinitas or get a free consult, feel free to give us a call at (760) SOM-SKIN / (760) 766-7546, email at concierge@som.md or you can visit our Contact page.
The Botox Treatment
Botox has been around for over two decades. It is a muscle relaxer that is primarily used to treat dynamic wrinkles. These usually occur naturally around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and around the mouth. These wrinkles become more pronounced as the person gets older. As the Botox injections relax the muscles near the wrinkles, the lines become softer.
Botox treatments are ideal for wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, nose, lips, and eyebrows. They are also used for improving the appearance of the neck, particularly for addressing neck bands.
Botox for the forehead, frown lines, and around the eyes helped to smoothen the upper face, with subtle under eye filler in the "tear trough" area.
The Dermal Filler Treatment
Dermal fillers are also used to deal with wrinkles on the face. They are used to treat smile lines and other deep wrinkles and come in different forms. Like Botox, they are also administered through injections. As the name suggests, these fillers can instantly add volume to parts of the face or body and make them appear more youthful.
Dermal fillers are ideal for deep wrinkles on the face, particularly around the area of the mouth. They can also plump up lips that lack definition. These treatments are also used to address wispy earlobes, aged jawlines, and gaunt or deflated appearing hands.
Filler in the cheeks, chin. and lips helped to improve his profile and create a more rejuvenated appearance.
FAQs About Botox and Dermal Fillers
Here are a few of the most commonly asked questions about the two treatments.
How long do these treatments last?
The results of Botox treatments typically last three to four months.
The results from dermal fillers vary depending on the filler used. The following are the filler options approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.
Raidesse, a calcium hydroxylapatite gel solution that can last up to 18 months.
Collagen can last up to four months.
Hyaluronic acid loses its effect between six to 12 months.
Poly-L-lactic acid can last up to two years.
Polymethylmethacrylate beads are the only permanent filler option.
How safe are these treatments?
Both treatments are minimally invasive. Pregnant women or people taking certain kinds of medications may not be advised to undergo these treatments. Consult with us to make sure the treatment is right for you.
Will the injections hurt?
With topical anesthetic, both Botox and dermal filler injections are virtually painless and very quick. There will be some discomfort though.
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If you’re interested in Botox or dermal fillers in Encinitas, call our office today at (760) 766-7546 or send an email to concierge@som.md to get your free consultation. You can also fill out the form on our Contact page.