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Mariam Alimi, MSN, FNP, BC
Botox and Dermal Fillers
Impressions MediSpa
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Botox and Dermal Fillers

Botox and Dermal Fillers

As we age, natural collagen and elastin in the skin decreases which in turn causes fine lines and wrinkles to form. The skin also has hyaluronic acid and as we age this diminishes over time and the face will begin to lose volume and sag.

Botulinum toxin, Botox is a purified protein which is used to temporarily relax facial muscles that cause the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Dermal fillers are products that contain hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxlapatite and are used to help lift, restore volume and fill in lines. The chart below indicates a quick snapshot of the difference between Botox and dermal fillers.

BOTOX VS DERMAL FILLERS

Botox is a Muscle Relaxing agent

Fillers are Injectable gels comprised of hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxlapatite

Brands include Botox, Dysport and Xeomin

Brands include Restylane, Juvederm, Beletoro, Radiesse and Sculptra

Smooths fine lines and wrinkles

Lifts, stimulates collagen, restores facial volume and shape

Most commonly treated areas are frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines

Most commonly treated areas are cheeks, nasal folds, lips, marionette lines and pre-jowl sulcus

Results last 3 to 5 months

Results last 6 to 18 months

No downtime

Slight bruising and swelling

Treatment time 15 to 20 minutes

Treatment time 30 to 60 min

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