BOTOX FAQs
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BOTOX is a brand name for botulinum toxin type A, which is used to temporarily reduce muscle activity, commonly for cosmetic and medical purposes.
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BOTOX blocks nerve signals to the muscles, preventing them from contracting. This helps reduce wrinkles and can treat medical conditions like migraines and excessive sweating.
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Typically, results last 3 to 6 months, depending on the treatment area and individual metabolism.
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Common areas include the forehead, crow’s feet (around the eyes), frown lines (between the brows), and bunny lines (on the nose).
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Results start appearing in 3 to 5 days, with full effects visible in about 2 weeks.
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Most people experience minimal discomfort, often described as a small pinch. A numbing cream can be applied before the procedure.
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Possible side effects include bruising, swelling, headache, or temporary drooping of the eyelid. Serious complications are rare.
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No significant downtime. Patients can usually resume normal activities immediately but should avoid rubbing the treated area, lying down for 4 hours, and strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
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Most people get treatments every 3 to 4 months to maintain results.
Dermal Filler FAQs
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Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to restore lost volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial features.
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Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Fillers (e.g., Juvederm, Restylane) – Temporary, hydrating, and reversible.
Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) Fillers (e.g., Radiesse) – Stimulates collagen production.
Poly-L-Lactic Acid Fillers (e.g., Sculptra) – Helps rebuild collagen over time.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) Fillers (e.g., Bellafill) – Long-lasting, semi-permanent.
Fat Transfer – Uses your own fat for natural, long-lasting results.
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HA fillers: 6-18 months
CaHA fillers: 12-18 months
Sculptra: 2+ years
Bellafill: 5+ years
Fat transfer: Permanent (some absorption occurs)
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Lips (plumping and shaping)
Cheeks (restoring lost volume)
Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
Marionette lines (lines from mouth to chin)
Jawline and chin (contouring)
Tear troughs (under-eye hollows)
Hands (restoring volume loss)
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Results are immediate but improve as swelling subsides within 1-2 weeks.
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Most fillers contain lidocaine to minimize pain, and numbing cream can be applied beforehand. The discomfort is usually mild.
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Common side effects:
Swelling
Bruising
Redness
Tenderness
Rare complications:
Infection
Lump formation
Vascular occlusion (blocked blood vessel)
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Minimal downtime. Most people resume normal activities immediately, but swelling and bruising can last a few days.
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Yes! Fillers restore volume, while BOTOX relaxes wrinkles. Combining both can create a more youthful, natural look.