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.
Terms You Need to Know When It Comes to Injectables
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Cosmetic injectable treatments have become a staple in the average skincare regimen for men and women across the country. However, there are many terms you need to know when it comes to injectables.
Whether you are visiting your injector for the first time, or the hundredth time, it is always good to make sure you fully understand the common terms surrounding your visit.
Below are some of the most common phrases associated with injectables.
INJECTABLE TERMS YOU SHOULD KNOW
BOTULINUM TOXIN
The most common drug form for cosmetic injections, Botox is one of the most famous botulinum toxin products.
A neuromodulator with many useful applications, Botulinum Toxin is most commonly used to treat the formation of fine lines and wrinkles on the face.
FDA APPROVAL
The Food and Drug Administration approves certain products as effective and safe after extensive clinical trials are submitted and evaluated.
NUMBING AGENT
An anesthetic that is often added to products to relieve any potential for pain during an injectable treatment.
BOARD CERTIFICATION
This verifies that your injector has graduated medical school and that he or she has a license to practice medicine.
FILLER
A product which can be injected beneath the skin in order to promote a change in appearance.
INJECTABLES
An umbrella term for botulinum toxin and dermal filler products.
HYALURONIC ACID
Most fillers are made from hyaluronic acid. It is naturally occurring in the skin, and adds volume beneath the skin where injected.
HYALURONIDASE
This can break down hyaluronic acid in mere hours if you are unhappy with your filler treatment, or have had a reaction to the filler.
LEARN MORE ABOUT INJECTABLE TERMS AND PRODUCTS
If you are interested in your injectable options, Rostami OPC has years of experience with all of the popular brands.
Dr. Rostami and her staff are happy to meet with you to discuss your options, and to answer any questions you may have before your treatment to ensure your total comfort going in to your injectable treatment session.
To learn more about our cosmetic services or to schedule a complimentary consultation, give us a call at (571)203-1300 today!
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