Despite getting their skincare just right, some people still feel the sign of ageing are catching up. Others are intrigued what else is on offer beyond simply using creams. Here comes the role of various newer nonsurgical treatments such as Botox (botulinum toxin) and dermal fillers by which you can reverse the signs of aging.
Essentially Botox is for treating lines and wrinkles and fillers work for loss of volume with ageing. The two can work well together, provided you find and experienced practitioner.
Both of these are essentially painless opd procedure. patient come to opd, get the procedure done and went home straight away. Downtime is also very less. Results of Botox are usually visible by 48-72 hours while with the fillers you get the instant result.
We are definitely seeing more and more people coming for botox now compared to a few years ago. With the help of botox, we can treat forehead lines, frown lines, crow’s feet and smoker’s line around the mouth. The effect of botox last for almost 5-6 months. The treatment needs to be repeated regularly to maintain their effects. Side effects includes bruising, swelling or drooping eyelids but these are not permanent and will wear off over time.
Fillers have an excellent role in treating facial sagging, fine lines and even chin augmentation. Fillers are also used for lip augmentation and hand rejuvenation. Results usually last for one to one and half years. Side effects includes swelling, bleeding and bruising. Effects of fillers can also be reversed in case of excessive use of lumpiness.
The piece of advice is before getting any of the injectable treatment done, you need to be confident that you are being given the best advice. You will be in safe hands with our properly accredited plastic surgeon who carries out these procedures regularly.