While Botox is another minimally invasive injectable used to treat signs of aging on the face, it is not a dermal filler. Dermal fillers are primarily used to treat static lines and wrinkles. These are wrinkles that form as a result of a loss of collagen in the face. Botox treats dynamic lines and wrinkles, which form as a result of repeated muscle contractions.
The FDA has approved Botox for the treatment of horizontal forehead lines, vertical frown lines, and crow’s feet. However, Dr. Arslanian has found there to be dozens of other effective treatments for Botox, including providing the appearance of a temporary brow lift, neck banding, and excessive sweating.
Dr. Arslanian can help the patient determine whether or not they would benefit from dermal fillers or Botox – perhaps even both! There is no harm in combining both dermal fillers and Botox in order to address complex signs of facial aging.