Is Botox safer than fillers?

Author: Diana Ledner PhD  |  Last update: Saturday, March 25, 2023

Dermal fillers carry the possibility of more risks and side effects than Botox. Severe side effects are rare. Moderate side effects usually go away within two weeks.

Which is better Botox or fillers?

Compared to Botox, dermal fillers are just as effective. More importantly, the results last longer. However, the duration of the effects of dermal fillers still varies mostly on the type of filler. Some may last as long as Botox, while other types of fillers can last for more than a year.

What are the dangers of having Botox?

Possible side effects and complications include: Pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site.
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these effects hours to weeks after receiving Botox:
  • Muscle weakness.
  • Vision problems.
  • Trouble speaking or swallowing.
  • Breathing problems.
  • Loss of bladder control.

At what age should you not get Botox?

After the age of 35, it may be too late to benefit from the preventive capacity of Botox®, especially if you have a very expressive face or fair skin, are genetically predisposed, or have unhealthy lifestyle habits such as using tan beds, overexposing yourself in the sun, or smoking.

Do you age faster after Botox?

Muscles naturally weaken over time and if Botox keeps those muscles too relaxed, other areas in your face will work in overdrive. The result? You age faster. "The other side effects of Botox could include asymmetry of muscles," said Dr.

BOTOX vs FILLERS: Which is better for you?

What can I do instead of Botox?

Botox alternatives
  • Other injectables. Dysport, like Botox, is a neurotoxin. ...
  • FaceXercise. If exercise can help ward off aging in the body, why not in the face, too? ...
  • Acupuncture. Acupuncture as an anti-aging treatment is a relatively new procedure, but it's a promising one. ...
  • Face patches. ...
  • Vitamins. ...
  • Facial creams. ...
  • Chemical peels.

Should I get Botox or fillers in forehead?

The lines can be smoothed with fillers, but in most cases, BOTOX is a superior choice for forehead lines. When fillers are used to smooth these lines, the filler is less effective and dissipates much more quickly as it is shed by the body due to the constant muscle motions.

What makes you look younger Botox or fillers?

Botox is an excellent non-surgical way to reduce the signs of aging on your face. All you need to do is get a few injections done in your doctor's office. Botox is highly effective and can make you look and feel younger.

What happens when fillers wear off?

The effects of the fillers will wear off after months or years, but the treated area is likely to return to its original state. The benefits of both Botox and fillers will be gone and you'll notice that those lines and volume loss will come back.

What is the downside to fillers?

The most serious risk associated with dermal fillers is accidental injection into a blood vessel. Filler that enters a blood vessel can cause skin necrosis (death of tissue), stroke, or blindness.

Who should not get fillers?

The major contraindications to the use of a filler are as follows: active infection near the site of injection, a known allergy/hypersensitivity to the material or to the lidocaine mixed in the syringe of the filler (Zyderm, Zyplast, Cosmoderm, Cosmoplast and certain hyaluronic acid fillers and Artefill) and glabellar ...

Do fillers age you more?

Fillers are a great option for patients seeking a softer, more youthful look. However, if used improperly or over used, fillers can have negative long term consequences. In fact, patients who do not properly use filler could actually speed up their skin's aging process, resulting in older looking skin.

Do fillers work on older skin?

Patients in their 60s can enhance their appearance with help from an aesthetic expert like Dr. Mizuguchi. With today's cosmetic technology, patients of all ages can have facial rejuvenation with injectables. The primary aim for patients over 60 is to soften lines while maintaining natural-looking results.

Which wrinkles make you look the oldest?

Crow's Feet

Your eyes, the centerpiece of the face, speak volumes about your age. Crow's feet make you look older by developing around the eye's outer corners.

What are the cons of forehead Botox?

Cons of Botox
  • Bruising and pain at the injection site.
  • Flu-like symptoms.
  • Headache.
  • Nausea.
  • Redness.
  • Temporary facial weakness or drooping.

Can you tell if someone has Botox in their forehead?

“When an area of the face is frozen with absolutely no wrinkles, you can assume the person has had a date with a needle.” "When you look at a photo and see an area of the face that is extremely smooth and shiny," Rusher says, "that can be an indicator that the person may have had Botox."

What is the safest dermal filler?

Hyaluronic acid based products are considered one of the safest in dermal fillers, particularly those made from synthesized HA, which is made in bacteria instead of using human or animal tissue.

What do celebrities use instead of Botox?

One of the main reasons that Xeomin is the Botox alternative that celebs love is that they can enjoy the treatment's benefits and still honestly and accurately state that they don't use Botox.

How can I tighten my skin without Botox?

Face Tightening Solutions
  1. Eat Healthy. You might think this is what everyone says, but it's really true! ...
  2. Firming Cream. If you're looking to creams to help you tighten your skin, focus on those that have wakame seaweed, chrysin, and/or keratin. ...
  3. Drink Water. ...
  4. Facial Exercises. ...
  5. Facial Masks. ...
  6. Non-Surgical Solution.

What is a safer alternative to Botox?

Xeomin is designed to treat brow wrinkles, crow's feet, bunny lines, and frown lines. Advanced Dermatology participated in the study that led to FDA approval of Xeomin® as an alternative to BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport®.

At what age should you start getting fillers?

If you are wondering if it is too early (or too late!) to try dermal fillers or other injections, you can stop wondering. There is almost never a bad time to start. You can begin to consider fillers as early as your twenties, and these treatments can be effective at any age.

How many years can fillers take off?

Different fillers tend to naturally dissolve at different speeds. Most hyaluronic acid fillers used in the lips, jawline, and cheeks, including Juvederm and Restylane, metabolize after 6 months to a year. Sculptra can continue to provide results in the face for up to two years.

How many times can you get fillers?

Dermal fillers are great for anyone looking to restore the smooth and youthful shape of their face. Although some last for two years, others need to be repeated every 4-6 months for best effects. If you're having several areas of the face treated, you might have to visit us more often.

What is pillow face?

What is pillow face? Pillow face is a condition that occurs as a result of a person getting over-injected with dermal fillers in their face. This leads to an overstuffed look, which causes the checks and other areas of the face to puff out.

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