Cosmetic injections are some of the most popular minimally invasive procedures performed today. However popular they are, many prospective patients don’t actually know the difference. Both types of injectables are excellent at softening the signs of aging, but in very different ways.
Neurotoxin (Type A) is a cosmetic injection, including Botox® in Los Angeles, that interfere with the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. This causes a relaxed effect that smooths the look of lines and wrinkles caused by repetitive facial expressions. The most common areas treated are between the brows, crows-feet at the outer corners of the eyes, and horizontal forehead lines. Neurotoxins can also be used to balance facial asymmetry.
Dermal fillers are a type of minimally invasive cosmetic injectable used to add volume, improve the contours of the face, and fill in lines and wrinkles. Common areas to inject fillers are in the cheeks, lips, and facials folds and lines. The result is a volumized, smooth and more youthful appearance.
Simply put, neurotoxins block muscle movement by relaxing muscles, and fillers just fill in a depression in the skin. If a line is being caused by a repetitive muscle movement in the face, a neurotoxin treatment will most likely be recommended for the patient. However, if the patient has deep lines and wrinkles that are not affected by facial expressions or cannot be easily corrected by relaxing, a muscle filler may be recommended.
It’s not uncommon for filler and neurotoxins to be combined for elevated results. Since both treatments can be used to treat signs of aging, you may benefit from using both as part of an anti-aging treatment plan. This is a great combo for those with deep wrinkles and folds as well as the more minor lines in the upper face caused by expressions.
If you are interested in the highest-quality care for non-surgical anti-aging treatments in Beverly Hills, contact Rejuvalife Vitality Institute today for more information: 310.856.9173.
Dr. Berger is a renowned leader in cosmetic and anti-aging medicine, bringing over 25 years of diverse medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ottawa and completed advanced training in Internal Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology at McGill University. Dr. Berger was board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine for two decades and is a diplomat of the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Berger has developed expertise in clinical and medical management, pharmacology, nutraceuticals, emergency medicine, cosmetic surgery, cosmetic medicine, anti-aging, holistic, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Berger’s unique approach blends traditional Western medical training with integrative and preventative therapies, including Eastern Medicine. He is passionate about helping patients achieve both inner health and outer beauty, believing that a balance of anti-aging medicine and non-surgical cosmetic therapies is key to emotional, physical, and mental well-being. By combining the latest medical advancements with holistic care, Dr. Berger empowers his patients to look and feel their best, while also focusing on prevention and long-term wellness.
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