BOTOX & FILLERS

Botox and Fillers are some of the most widely used treatments in dealing with unwanted lines and wrinkles. Dr. Harvey is highly trained in the use of these injectables aimed to help patients look and feel their best. Patients are encouraged to come in and discuss what is appropriate for his or her specific needs.

Botox & Fillers Q&A

What is Botox and Dysport?

Both products are similar, nonsurgical treatments used t reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the face. The injections work by temporarily relaxing the facial muscles that cause wrinkles. The treatment is frequently used on the frown lines. crow’s feet and forehead creases. Profuse sweating can also be treated with these products.

What are facial fillers?

‘Facial filler’ is an umbrella term that refers to a wide variety of products that are used to correct mild to moderate to severe wrinkles by injecting small amounts under the surface of the skin. Fillers can also be used to augment or plump lips and raise depressions in the skin left behind by scars. Dr. Harvey will help you to determine which facial filler/s would be best for your treatment. Brands commonly used include the Juvederm and Restylane lines.

What can I expect from the procedure?

The treatments can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes depending on the area/s of the face being treated. These treatments do not provide a permanent solution and follow up injections would be needed to maintain long term. Discuss with Dr. Harvey each of the options to determine the best method of treatment for you. Patients under the age of 18 or those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or who have neurological disease are not recommended for treatment. For more information, contact the office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Harvey.

When should I consider injectables?

You may want Botox or Dysport if:

• you have deep lines between your eyebrows (the lines that make you look angry)

• you have wrinkles across your forehead

• you have crow’s feet

You might consider fillers if:

• you want to have a more youthful contour in the face and jaw area

• you want to fill those lines and creases that form with age (including smile lines)

• You would like a slight lift in the mid-face area without invasive surgery

  you want to enhance your lips in an aesthetically pleasing way

FILLERS include:

Juvederm

Juvedern Plus

Juvederm Voluma

Juvederm Vollure

Juvederm Volbella

Restylane

Restylane

Restylane Lyft

Restylane Silk

Restylane Kysse