Botox vs. Fillers: Choosing the Right Treatment for You

Collagen is a naturally occurring protein that plays a very important role in the appearance and health of your skin, but with age, your body doesn't produce as much of it. When there is less collagen being produced your skin can lose its volume, and elasticity, and become thinner. This can result in the common signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles. But our dermatologist can offer a variety of treatment options that can help, including Botox and dermal fillers. You can learn more about these and other treatments by reaching out to Dr. David Kessler of Massapequa Dermatology in Massapequa, NY.

Fillers

Dermal fillers are injections that are used to restore volume and smooth fine lines and wrinkles on your face. Typically around the eyes, nose, and mouth.

But there are different formulas of dermal fillers, and each of these offers its own set of benefits, so it's important to discuss your options with your dermatologist.

Botox

Botox works similarly to dermal fillers, using a highly purified form of the botulinum toxin, the treatment can temporarily paralyze face muscles. This can also smooth out lines and wrinkles like fillers, but by stopping specific muscles from contracting it can also prevent wrinkles from forming.

Benefits of Both

Both fillers and Botox are nonsurgical treatments that provide fast and long-lasting results with little recovery time. They are typically performed right in your doctor's office and can be used to treat worry lines, laugh lines, and forehead wrinkles.

The entire process takes just a few minutes and it involves a series of injections using a very small and thin needle. Few experience discomfort from the treatment, the area is usually numbed and can feel like a pinch or a sting.

Botox and Fillers in Massapequa, NY

If you reside in or around the Massapequa, NY, area, and are interested in the many benefits of Botox and fillers then you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Kessler of Massapequa Dermatology by dialing (516) 799-1600.