23 May What is the difference between anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers?
Whether it’s anti-wrinkle injections or dermal fillers, we can help you make the best decision to suit your needs.
Deciding between anti-wrinkle injections (botulinum toxin) and dermal fillers depends on your specific concerns and goals.
Here’s a breakdown of each option to help you make an informed decision.
What is anti-wrinkle injections?
Anti-wrinkle injections, generic name of botulinum toxin type A, is a popular cosmetic injection treatment used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines caused by muscle movement.
It works by temporarily paralyzing or relaxing the muscles, preventing them from contracting and smoothing out wrinkles.
Common areas treated with anti wrinkle injections include the forehead, frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines), and crow’s feet around the eyes.
With anti wrinkle injections, clients can achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance by targeting dynamic wrinkles, which are formed by repeated muscle movements over time.
The effects of anti-wrinkle injections typically last for several months before gradually wearing off, requiring repeat treatments to maintain results.
What can anti-wrinkle injections correct?
Dermal fillers are versatile cosmetic treatments that can address various concerns related to volume loss, wrinkles, and facial contours.
Here are some common issues that dermal fillers can correct:
- Forehead Lines : Anti-wrinkle injections can smooth out horizontal lines that form across the forehead when you raise your eyebrows or express surprise.
- Frown Lines : Also known as glabellar lines or “11” lines, these are the vertical lines that appear between the eyebrows when you frown or furrow your brow.
- Crow’s Feet : These are the fine lines and wrinkles that radiate outward from the corners of the eyes, typically caused by smiling or squinting.
- Other areas : Discuss with a qualified cosmetic injector for more options.
Results you can see
The below before and after photographs are of real patients from our clinics, and have not been altered in any way. Individual results may vary.
Frown lines
Forehead lines
Crow’s feet
It’s important to note that while anti-wrinkle injections is highly effective at treating dynamic wrinkles, it is not suitable for all types of wrinkles or skin concerns. Additionally, anti-wrinkle injections is a temporary solution, and repeat injections are necessary to maintain results over time.
What are dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers are another type of cosmetic injection treatment used to add volume, fill in wrinkles, and restore lost volume in the face.
Unlike anti-wrinkle injections, which targets muscle movement, fillers work by injecting a substance beneath the skin to plump up the treated area.
Common types of fillers include hyaluronic acid fillers, collagen fillers, and synthetic fillers, each with its own properties and benefits.
Fillers are versatile and can be used to enhance various facial features, including the lips, cheeks, chin, and jawline.
They can also smooth out wrinkles and fine lines, restore facial volume lost due to aging, and create a more youthful and balanced appearance.
What can dermal fillers correct?
Dermal fillers are versatile cosmetic treatments that can address various concerns related to volume loss, wrinkles, and facial contours.
Here are some common issues that dermal fillers can correc :
- Lips : Fillers can enhance lip volume, definition, and symmetry, creating fuller and more shapely lips. They can also soften vertical lip lines (smoker’s lines) and correct asymmetry.
- Cheeks : Dermal fillers can add volume and lift to the cheeks, addressing flatness or sagging due to aging or genetics. This can create a more youthful and sculpted facial contour.
- Nasolabial Folds : These are the lines that run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth, often deepening with age. Dermal fillers can plump up these folds, restoring a smoother appearance.
- Temples : Fillers can add volume to hollowed temples, which can occur due to aging or genetics. This restores a smoother transition between the forehead and the rest of the face.
- Marionette Lines : These are the lines that extend downward from the corners of the mouth, giving the appearance of a marionette’s mouth. Fillers can soften these lines and restore lost volume in the lower face.
- Jawline : Dermal fillers can define and contour the jawline, creating a more sculpted and youthful appearance. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals with a weak or undefined jawline.
- Hands : Fillers can rejuvenate the appearance of aging hands by adding volume to minimize the visibility of veins, tendons, and bony prominences.
- Scars : Certain types of dermal fillers can be used to fill in depressed scars, such as acne scars or surgical scars, to improve their appearance and texture.
Results you can see
The below before and after photographs are of real patients from our clinics, and have not been altered in any way. Individual results may vary.
Lips and Chin
Cheeks
Chin
Dermal fillers come in various formulations, each tailored to address specific concerns and areas of the face.
Ultimately, the choice between anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers depends on your individual needs and preferences. Be sure to discuss with Ji-Son Lee who specialise in the field of cosmetic injectables, work with you to select the best treatment, or treatment package, to address your concerns and give the desired aesthetic results. Contact us today!
Mandatory Information
Botulinum toxin injections are prescription medicine for the treatment of frown lines, horizontal forehead lines, and crow’s feet round the eyes.
Botulinum toxin injections have risks and benefits.
Ask your doctor if botulinum toxin injection is right for you. If you have side effects, see your doctor.
You will need to pay for your botulinum toxin injection and clinic fees will apply.
For details on precautions and side effects consult your doctor or go to www.medsafe.govt.nz
Botulinum toxin injections last about 4 months and further courses of treatment may be necessary.
Should only be administered by trained medical professionals.
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