What is the best way to get rid of your wrinkles and lines on your face? Botox has been the overwhelming favourite historically. Another solution that has propped up more recently is the use of fillers. So which is the better option? Both treatments look similar at first glance since they are administered as injections directly to the affected area. Their effects last for a few months. Both of these treatments should only be performed by a competent practitioner. While these treatments are considered safe, they do require to be performed by experts.
What makes them different?
Botox relies on the botulinum toxin blocking the nerve signal to the affected area temporarily. This smoothens the affected area and also stops wrinkles from forming as the muscles responsible have been temporarily paralysed. Dermal fillers are used to add volume to the affected area, it fills up the skin and hence the line or wrinkle goes away. If you are looking at an effective way to get rid of your wrinkles you might need a combination of both. If there is one particular area on your face that’s bothering you then you could choose between the two.
When should I use botox?
Botox is generally administered to the upper part of the face. Specifically in three areas:
- Lines on the forehead
- Lines between the eyebrows
- Wrinkles on the outer portion of the eye (crow’s feet)
These are lines that are formed due to the facial muscles contracting in a particular way. Targeting the responsible muscles smoothen the wrinkles. It also prevents the problem from resurfacing. It can take up to three days for the effects to show. The effects last from three to six months before the individual needs another dosage.
When is filler a better option?
For most of the other lines and wrinkles on your face apart from the three specific areas mentioned, wrinkles occur due to the tissue losing volume. In such cases, it is better to use fillers. Since these wrinkles are not caused by the contraction of muscles there’s no need to target facial muscles. Fillers are used on the cheeks, chin, nose, or lips. Using dermal fillers in areas that require a Botox treatment would not work. Likewise, an area that requires the use of filler cannot be corrected using Botox. This is the reason why one needs to be in the care of an expert practitioner. There are a few reputed clinics like Thérapie Clinic that provide both solutions.
What are the risks?
Both procedures are safe when performed by a competent expert after taking all necessary precautions. There may be the minor inconvenience of getting injections in your face where some individuals may feel a temporary redness, irritation, itchiness etc. If there is any other reaction this should be brought to the attention of a physician. Both processes need some degree of skill and expertise. Any mistake from the side of the practitioner could have serious implications. Proper care should be taken before one chooses to take this step.
