BOTOX softens lines caused by repeated facial movements, while dermal fillers add volume and contour in areas that look flat or hollow. The right choice depends on whether your primary concern is wrinkles from expression or volume loss. Many people benefit from a combination of both.
At Rockmore Plastic Surgery, your provider evaluates your features, discusses your goals, and recommends the approach or blend of injectables that best supports natural-looking rejuvenation.
How Does BOTOX Work?
BOTOX is a neuromodulator that temporarily relaxes targeted facial muscles to soften lines formed by repeated movement. By easing muscle activity, it smooths wrinkles such as crow’s feet, frown lines, forehead creases, and vertical neck bands.
How Do Dermal Fillers Work?
Dermal fillers restore volume beneath the skin to create a lifted appearance, structure, and smoother contours. They target areas affected by age-related volume loss and can enhance features like the cheeks, lips, and jawline.
When Is BOTOX the Better Choice?
BOTOX is the better choice when your main concerns are lines caused by muscle movement. You may benefit most from BOTOX if you want to soften:
- Crow’s feet
- Frown lines between the eyebrows (the 11s)
- Horizontal forehead lines
- Bunny lines on the nose
These areas respond exceptionally well to neuromodulators, making BOTOX a reliable option when expression lines are your primary concern.
When Are Dermal Fillers the Better Choice?
Dermal fillers are the better choice when your concerns involve volume loss, sagging, or deeper creases that remain visible even when your face is at rest. Fillers are especially helpful for:
- Lifting and contouring the cheeks
- Softening nasolabial folds and marionette lines
- Enhancing lip shape and fullness
- Reducing under-eye hollows
- Improving jawline definition
If your goal is to restore shape or create definition, fillers offer the support and sculpting that help your features look refreshed and balanced.
Can You Combine BOTOX and Fillers?
You can combine BOTOX and fillers to treat multiple aging concerns in a single, balanced treatment plan. Because they target different issues, pairing them often creates the most natural-looking and long-lasting facial rejuvenation.
- Smoother expression lines and restored facial volume
- More harmonious, symmetrical features
- Longer-lasting results in certain areas
- A more complete refresh without looking “done”
Together, these injectables complement each other beautifully, providing natural-looking, full-face rejuvenation.
What Should You Expect During a Consultation?
Your consultation will include a detailed facial assessment, a discussion of your goals, and a customized treatment plan based on your anatomy. Dr. Rockmore will help you understand which injectable or combination best matches the look you want.
This is your chance to talk openly about what you hope to achieve. Many patients appreciate how personalized these plans are, especially when they’re new to injectables and want clear, honest guidance.
Ready To Refresh Your Look?
Choosing between BOTOX and dermal fillers is easier when you understand what each treatment can do for you. Call our office today at (518) 328-3330 or request a consultation using the online form.
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