Can I Get Botox and Fillers at the Same Time?
Both Botox® and dermal fillers are popular treatments for anyone who wants to diminish wrinkles and restore volume lost due to aging. But can you have both treatments at the same time? Here’s the answer.
Facelift Vs. Liquid Lift: Which One is Best for You?
Dr. Rostami and the experts at Rostami OPC perform both liquid facelifts and surgical facelifts in Virginia.
As individuals begin to approach middle age, most notice that their faces are not quite as tight or pert as they once were.
More specifically, when patients look in the mirror they may see wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin, and an overall flatter facial appearance.
Fortunately, both non-surgical and surgical facelift options can rejuvenate the face and restore a youthful look.
However, plastic surgeons caution that there are marked differences between a liquid facelift and a surgical facelift and that the advantages and disadvantages of both need to be properly discussed prior to treatment.
WHAT CAUSES SAGGING SKIN AND FLATTENING OF FACIAL APPEARANCE?
Many individuals may not be aware that there are two causes of their dropping faces – reduced elasticity and volume loss. One or both of these concerns must be addressed for facial rejuvenation.
WHAT IS A LIQUID FACELIFT?
A liquid facelift uses a combination of Botox and dermal fillers, including hyaluronic acid injectables like Restylane and Juvederm or an autologous fat transfer, to reduce wrinkles and restore volume.
Dermal fillers are often placed in the temples, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, cheeks, chin, lips, and earlobes. Botox can smooth forehead lines and crow’s feet and reduce bands in the neck.
This procedure is best-suited for individuals in their late 30’s or early 40’s and those that have mild facial sagging.
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF A LIQUID FACELIFT
A liquid facelift has no downtime, produces immediate results, and may be lower in cost initially. Results can last 9-24 months, with touch-ups required every 6 months.
In contrast, this treatment will not correct significant sagging, may cost more over time than a surgical lift, can produce a puffy or unnatural appearance, and only restores volume and not elasticity.
Top plastic surgeons also emphasize that a liquid facelift masks, rather than corrects, the effects of aging.
WHAT IS A SURGICAL FACELIFT?
A surgical facelift or a deep tissue lift fights the effects of gravity and repositions facial muscles for a natural and refreshed look.
This procedure actually lifts the skin, while a liquid facelift does not.
It’s usually recommended for patients that are 50 or older with moderate to significant sagging.
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF A SURGICAL FACELIFT
Advantages of a surgical facelift include its ability to counteract the gravitational pull of the face downward, long-lasting results (8-12 years), a natural appearance, and more cost-effective over time.
Some patients may be hesitant to undergo a surgical facelift because it requires a higher cost upfront, has a longer recovery time, and later onset of results.
Ultimately, many aesthetic experts believe that a surgical facelift will yield higher patient satisfaction long-term compared to a liquid facelift.
To learn more about our facelift options, please call (571) 203-1300 today to schedule an appointment.
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