BOTOX OR FILLERS- WHICH SHOULD COME FIRST?

The decision to have your injectables procedure is a defining decision if you intend to look your best especially when determined to slow down the aging process. It could involve a lot of research and questions for a first-timer.  We understand how daunting this process can feel like especially when trying to understand and determine what choices or options are available for you. You may have heard about Botox and fillers, but still not sure which should come first or, what the differences are? We are here to help you get started.

Here at LaserDerm clinics, we are all in favour of aging gracefully.  We absolutely love to rave about why we love our Botox and fillers injectables. More importantly, we would love for you to understand why we choose to #agelater. This is attributed to our very safe and environmentally adaptive treatments that keep you looking happy, young, and bubbly.

THE VALUE OF BOTOX AND FILLERS

Our Injectables procedures are non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments used to correct signs of aging and they deliver great results! These treatments are extremely helpful for smoothing away fine lines, reducing wrinkles, and restoring facial volume. Botox and fillers are almost similar but have distinctive similarities and the good news is that you can have both at the same time even if it is your first time.  Heads up – You do not need to go under the knife. The only unpleasantness to this treatment is given away by its name. They both require the use of needles!

Our favorites remain the Botox and Dermal Fillers and for very obvious reasons:

Firstly, the most important distinction between these two wonders is that Botox is a muscle relaxer and has been in the market for over 20 years. Fillers on the other hand are also used to plump up the areas being injected. Botox Injections effectively relax forehead lines, crow’s feet, glabella lines, and bunny lines. Fillers injections add volume to your tear trough, cheek volume, laugh lines, and thin lips or lip lines.

In addition, Botox relaxes the muscles under the skin. Fillers plump up areas of the skin that have gone thin due to the aging process giving the area more volume. another very popular use for fillers is to erase smile lines, plump up the cheeks and the lips.

GET YOUR FACTS RIGHT

Let’s give you some unveiling on the differences between these two amazing treatments and why they should be your go-to beauty enhancers at your local aesthetic doctor or nurse’s office as you age twenties and above.

Another fantastic fact about these two is that once you receive the treatments, there is no downtime period to your recovery. This simply means you can go about your daily activities, hence its nickname “Lunch Break Procedure”. The effects of your Botox treatment can last up to 4 to 6 months, the Dermal Fillers, however, can last longer before maintenance or a touch-up is required. Whilst they are both primarily for rectifying signs of aging, they both are targeted at treating different aging concerns. The effects of the Fillers can be seen immediately however the Botox injection results begin to appear within 10-14 days post-treatment.

In addition, the Botox treatment can be used for other medical ailments such as migraines, excessive sweating, and bladder malfunctions. Dermal Fillers can only be used for aesthetic purposes such as treating facials wrinkles, lips cheeks, and hands.

WHICH PROCEDURE SHOULD COME FIRST?

The answer to that is none.

Aesthetically speaking, treatments to minimize signs of aging especially on the face would require either a Botox or Fillers injection. Truth is none is required to come before the other! You can schedule both procedures on the same day.

Now you should be adequately informed on why you need either of or both treatments. Most important is that these should be administered by a certified and qualified aesthetics doctor. Misuse or wrongful application of the injections can lead to serious health problems. We are guided by very high standards and work ethics that ensure that our clients receive the best treatment and care.

To begin your journey to self-care and self-love, your options would be best discussed with a licensed aesthetics doctor.

Book your consultation today and begin to #agelater!