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KNOW THE DIFFERENCE (Botox Vs Fillers)

“Botox is not Filler and Filler is not Botox”

Two of the most popular injectable cosmetic treatments given at Venus Aesthetics are Botox and Fillers. People who are not familiar with injectables keep wondering about the difference(s) between Botox and Fillers and which treatment can help them achieve their anti-aging goals.

Well, Botox and Fillers both have their own unique advantages and can also be used together to reverse the signs of aging. A combination approach can take years off your face with longer lasting results than Botox or Fillers alone.

The difference between these two lies in how the products work. Botox works by freezing the muscles underneath the skin. Fillers work by plumping up areas of the skin that have lost fullness due to aging.
Now let’s learn more about the difference…

WHAT DOES BOTOX DO? Botox is usually referred to as a communication-blocker. Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles. The injected muscle can’t contract and that makes wrinkles relax and soften. Lines caused by muscle movement like wrinkles are usually treated by Botox. Botox has both medical and cosmetic use but for the sake of this post, we focus on cosmetic (anti-aging).

fillers      Fig 1. Crow’s feet removal with Botox 

 

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Fig 2. Forehead line removal with Botox

Botox takes time to work, maximum results are expected to set in between 10 to 15 days and the effect lasts 3 to 6 months.

WHAT DOES FILLERS DO? Fillers of all types are used to contour an area, to fill a hollow, to create light and shadows. They do this by literally filling a space, deep line, hollow or crease. Fillers just like Botox are popular and are widely used by men and women alike for quick treatment and little to no downtime but fillers are known for giving instant results.

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 Fig 3. Under eye treatment with Filler

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Fig 4. Non-surgical nose job with Filler 

The effect of fillers last 6 months to 2 years or even longer depending on the product and treatment. Here at Venus Aesthetics, our fillers last up to months.

BOTOX OR FILLERS, WHICH IS BETTER?

Botox and Fillers are different products used to treat different problems on different areas of the skin to achieve different end results. From the image below (Fig 5), Botox is treating dynamic lines, while fillers are treating static hollows.  We do often use Botox and fillers together, but one can’t replace the other.

 

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Fig 5. Botox vs Fillers

Hopefully, this clears up your concerns about Botox treatments. The best way to determine which product would be best for you is to schedule a consultation with our professionals.

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FUN FACTS ABOUT BOTOX

Are you curious about Botox? Perhaps you’ve been holding off because you’re still not comfortable with the idea of injecting something foreign into your body or you’ve probably heard a lot of discouraging things about Botox. Well, this post is for you. Here are some amazing fact about beneficial treatment that can keep you looking younger.

Botox is becoming one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the world and is certainly one of the most popular treatments at Venus Aesthetics.

  • BOTOX IS SAFE & EFFECTIVE

Thanks to the long history and extensive research Botox has undergone, it’s one of the safest cosmetic procedures available today. It has a success rate of well over 99% and treats a surprising range of cosmetic and medical ailments.

Yes, Botox can be dangerous if not administered by a professional who has the appropriate training and experience to perform this delicate procedure. However, in the hands of our experienced aesthetics doctors here at Venus Aesthetics, the procedure is both safe and effective.

  • TREATMENT FITS INTO BUSY SCHEDULES

Botox treatment takes only a few minutes and actually requires no anesthesia. There’s no time-consuming preparation and zero downtime necessary. Botox is administered with just a short series of injections, so the treatment  will typically last no longer than 30 minutes. You can make a Botox appointment on your lunch break or even on your way to get the kids from school. The options are quite endless.

  • BOTOX WON'T LEAVE YOU LOOKING EXPRESSIONLESS

The most common misconception related to Botox is that it leaves you looking expressionless. Botox when administered properly by a professional, will look absolutely natural and won’t interfere with your facial expressions.

At Venus Aesthetics, our team of professionally trained aesthetics doctors uses Botox with an artistic approach to give you a beautiful, radiant and natural look by targeting  the specific facial muscles.

  • MEN ARE GETTING BOTOX NOW MORE THAN EVER

Yes, it is common knowledge that women bother about their looks more than men but 'aging' isn't gender based. Wrinkles don't care if you are male or female. In fact, the number of men getting Botox has increased by 337% since 2000. Though majority of men seeking Botox are largely white-collar professionals in the business, law or fashion industries. If men are getting in on the action, it goes a long way to show that BOTOX is your best anti-aging secret.

  • BOTOX ISN'T PAINFUL

First, when it comes to needles, there will always be some sort of “sensation.” So, the Botox injection is painless, you may just experience some slight discomfort or “pinching” during the injection procedure, the feeling typically goes away after a few short seconds.

  • MORE THAN COSMETIC USES

Botox has both cosmetic and medical uses. Botox is a neuromodulator, meaning it targets the nervous system and disrupts the nerve signaling processes that stimulate muscle contraction. Although it is most known for its anti-aging properties, the muscle-relaxer can be used to address a variety of other medical concerns. Some include:

  1. Chronic migraine
  2. Hyperhidrosis (abnormally excessive sweating)
  3. Eye twitching
  4. Bladder dysfunction
  5. Cervical dystonia (abnormal contracting of neck muscles)

Always speak with your doctor first to decide if Botox can be used to help treat your medical condition.

 

Hopefully, this clears up your concerns about Botox treatments.  Venus Aesthetics can answer any questions you have on how best to use Botox for your specific needs. We are very experienced in administering Botox, as well as several other complementary cosmetic techniques.

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