They are two of the most demanded treatments commissioned to rejuvenate and beautify the face and skin.
More and more people are interested in maintaining a young face. A fact that translates into an increase in demand for those alternatives that promise to meet this objective. The botulinum toxin or botox and fillers with hyaluronic acid arouse great interest among main demanding aesthetic medicine.
Thus, while botox is ideal for relaxing wrinkles caused by muscle movement; the hyaluronic acid filled, hydrates and increases static wrinkles and lips. Although it is true, the combination of both treatments, properly and with the indicated doses, will allow a more harmonious and natural rejuvenation and beautification of the rest and the skin.
A suitable combination of hyaluronic acid and botox allows to rejuvenate and beautify the face in a natural way
However, it is important to have these treatments well in advance to allow the treatment to take effect . The Botox should be injected about 20 days before the date on which want to be radiant because although not happen in all cases, just after small hematomas may or slight swelling disappear on their own within a few days to appear.
For its part, hyaluronic acid infiltrations can be done just one week in advance and its effects are visible from the first moment. It is one of the most used procedures to correct the loss of volume in the face.
BUTOLINUM TOXIN AND DERMAL FILLERS IN SEME
Botulinum toxin has always represented a focus of interest, since it is a subject in constant renewal, both in the therapeutic aspect and in the news for the new products that are about to go on the market. Reason why, experts such as Dr. Nowel Solish , Dr. Eva Peisantes and Dr. Francesca De Angelis , participated in a presentation on the subject, during the celebration of the XXXIV National Congress of the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine (SEME).
What should you know about botox and dermal fillers?
Botulinum toxin, better known as Botox, is one of the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures in the world.
Botulinum toxin, better known as Botox, and dermal fillers are two of the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures in the world. However, there are still many people who do not know everything about them.
Therefore, from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons they give us all the details.
- The doctor is a very important part. For the most part, the success of these types of minimally invasive cosmetic treatments depends on the skill of the physician. Therefore, it is very important to have a doctor who has enough experience and, above all, has a degree.
- Expectations of results. You have to be aware that botox may not achieve the look you want. Therefore, you should consider submitting yourself to other treatments that can better satisfy your needs.
The success of these types of minimally invasive cosmetic treatments depends on the skill of the doctor.
- Uses of botox. These injections are generally used to treat wrinkles on the upper face, around the eyes, and on the forehead. Dermal fillers are placed under the skin to provide support and volume in multiple facial areas, including the lips, around the mouth, and at the jawline.
- Before and after botox. You don’t need to do anything before or after the treatment. All you have to do is keep your head elevated and avoid vigorous exercise for about four hours after treatment. On the other hand, it takes about a week for Botox results to appear gradually.
- Length of results. Factors that affect the duration of results include how much product was injected, the product used, and where it was administered to the face. In general, botulinum toxin lasts for about 3 to 4 months, while hyaluronic acid fillers average 9 to 12 months.
- Possible side effects. Although injectables such as botox and dermal fillers are relatively safe and effective, there are some side effects such as redness, bruising, and swelling at the injection site.
Can botox remove dark circles?
Botox is a widely used technique to eliminate wrinkles and expression lines, and some specialists also use it to reduce dark circles and bags that form under the eyes.
However, the United States Food and Drug Administration does not approve the use of Botox as an aim to treat dark circles as there are few studies showing its efficacy or side effects.
Botox is a widely used technique to eliminate wrinkles and expression lines
In this sense, in 2003 a study was carried out to verify the effectiveness of botox on dark circles. To do this, 19 women received Botox injections. Those who received it on the lower lids and crow’s feet area were more likely to show positive results than those who only received it on the lower lids.
Therefore, these results suggest that Botox injections can make the lower eyelid appear fuller and thicker , helping to reduce wrinkles and bags.
In addition, the researchers also measured the effects of varying amounts of Botox in the lower eyelid . The patients experienced the best results when receiving 8 units of botox, but they also had the most intense side effects. These side effects included: difficulty closing the eyes, eye numbness, swelling of the lower eyelid, bruising, dizziness or fainting, pain at the injection site, and redness.
