Carrie Bisgrove, BLS, ACLS, PALS, ECRN, TNCC, ENPC Aesthetic Nurse Injector

Botox and dermal fillers are both popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments designed to address signs of aging, but they function differently and are suited for distinct concerns.

Botox:

• Function: Botox, derived from botulinum toxin, temporarily paralyzes targeted muscles to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles—those caused by repetitive facial movements such as smiling or frowning.
  
   
• Common Treatment Areas: Forehead lines, crow's feet (lines around the eyes), and frown lines between the eyebrows.
   
• Onset and Duration: Effects typically become noticeable within three to ten days after treatment and last approximately three to four months.
  
   

Dermal Fillers:

• Function: Dermal fillers are substances injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume, smooth static wrinkles (present even when the face is at rest), and enhance facial contours.
   
• Common Treatment Areas: Cheeks, lips, nasolabial folds (smile lines), and under-eye hollows.
   
• Onset and Duration: Results are typically immediate, with effects lasting from six months to two years, depending on the type of filler used and the treatment area.