QUIZ: Dermal Fillers vs. BOTOX®—Which Is Right for You?
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BOTOX at a Glance
Type of anesthesia:
None
Recovery time:
None (minimal bruising, if any)
Treatment time:
30 minutes to 1 hour
Results last:
3 months
Often Combined With:
*Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your experience may vary.
Ablavsky Plastic Surgery:
Dr. Michael Ablavsky
19296 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 102
San Antonio, TX 78258
Phone: (210) 942-6672
Monday–Friday : 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Prevent Annoying Wrinkles With BOTOX
Between social media and the emergence of video meetings, we’re spending more time looking at ourselves than ever before. If you’re seeing lines etched into your forehead or around your eyes that make you appear grumpy or tired, BOTOX injections at our San Antonio, Texas, practice can soften those lines and create a more youthful look.
What Does BOTOX Do?
Injections of BOTOX relax dynamic wrinkles—lines that develop over time by repeatedly changing facial expressions. Injections target specific muscles used in squinting, smiling, frowning, and other expressions. Some of the specific wrinkles treated with BOTOX include:
- Vertical lines between the eyebrows (the “11s”)
- Horizontal forehead lines
- Crow’s feet at the outer corners of the eyes
- “Bunny lines” at the top of the nose
What’s the Difference Between BOTOX and Fillers?
Both BOTOX and dermal fillers are anti-aging treatments that help slow and camouflage changes associated with aging. They achieve these goals, however, in different ways. BOTOX temporarily immobilizes muscles whose contractions cause wrinkles, resulting in smoother skin. This is best used before wrinkles develop.
Fillers are gels that serve as volumizers. They replenish volume in areas such as cheeks, nasolabial folds, lips, chin, and jowls to create a plumper appearance associated with youth.
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Dr. Ablavsky
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Can BOTOX Prevent Wrinkles?
Because BOTOX works by limiting the movement of facial muscles that cause expression lines, it can be used to delay the onset of these lines (if not prevent them from appearing.) Preventative BOTOX is a technique that involves patients—usually in their late 20s or early 30s—getting BOTOX injected at the earliest signs of lines. Maintenance treatments preserve these results for years.
How Much Does BOTOX Cost?
Because the number of units needed to produce the desired results depends on the patient, we can only provide a total price after you consult with Dr. Ablavsky. Even though you may find “bargain” BOTOX offers through sites such as Groupon, you should be wary of deals that sound too good to be true.
BOTOX FAQ
Is BOTOX better than dermal fillers?
BOTOX and dermal fillers target different types of wrinkles, so one isn’t better. We often combine BOTOX with fillers during a single appointment because they treat different concerns. During your consultation, you can discuss your specific goals with Dr. Ablavsky and he can create a treatment plan to produce the desired results.
Are BOTOX results immediate?
It typically takes about 5 to 7 days to see the results of BOTOX injections. Some people may not see the full effect for 10 to 14 days.
How long do BOTOX results last?
BOTOX results usually last for about 3 months. You can schedule touch-up treatments to maintain the results.
What is the best age to start BOTOX?
There’s no “perfect” age to start BOTOX. Many people begin treatments in their late 20s to early 30s to prevent fine lines from worsening, while others wait until they have more noticeable expression lines. If you’re considering BOTOX, what matters most is your unique skin quality, facial movement, and aesthetic goals, not your age.
What happens when you stop BOTOX?
When you stop getting BOTOX, your muscles gradually return to regular activity, and wrinkles slowly reappear over several months as the effects wear off. Your skin won’t look worse than before—you’ll simply resume your natural aging process from where you left off.
Can I do anything to make BOTOX last longer?
Yes. To help your BOTOX® results last longer, protect your skin from the sun, don’t smoke, and maintain a consistent treatment schedule so the targeted muscles stay relaxed. Healthy habits like hydration, regular skin care, and stress management can also extend the results.
Request Your Consultation
You have plenty of options for getting BOTOX in San Antonio. It’s important to choose an injector with the training and skill to produce results you want. You can request a consultation to meet personally with Dr. Ablavsky using the online form or call us at (210) 942-6672 to schedule an appointment.
