INFO Filler vs. Botox: What's the Difference?
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Botox, which temporarily paralyzes muscle activity
Botox is a procedure that temporarily reduces muscle activity by injecting a component called botulinum toxin. In 1989, it was approved by the US FDA for use as a muscle treatment, and its wrinkle-relieving effect was discovered, so it is currently widely used for cosmetic purposes.
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin secreted by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It acts on the neuromuscular junction to block the secretion of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, thereby paralyzing and relaxing muscles for a certain period of time. Due to this effect, if botox is injected into an area where muscles are overly developed, it can have the effect of smoothing out wrinkles by reducing muscle atrophy or muscle relaxation, and can have the effect of reducing the size of large muscles. It is usually administered to areas where wrinkles occur frequently due to frequent movement, such as the area around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and next to the nose, or areas such as the square jaw, calves, and trapezius muscles that are caused by muscle development.
Botox takes some time to take effect after the procedure, and the effect lasts for about 3 months. There are few side effects that are harmful or severe to the body. Representative side effects include ptosis, facial paralysis, edema, inflammation, bruising, sunken eyes, and headaches.
Although it is not a side effect, there is one disadvantage. Botulinum toxin is not a component that exists in the body, so if the drug is used repeatedly, antibodies are created and resistance may develop, reducing the effectiveness of the drug. To reduce resistance to Botox, it is recommended to receive the procedure every 3 months for facial procedures and every 6 months to 1 year for body procedures, and to use botulinum toxin with high purity. In addition, you should receive the procedure from the same medical staff at the same hospital to understand the procedure cycle and dosage, etc., and reduce the risk of resistance.
‘Filler’ that injects a substance similar to a substance in the body
Filler literally means a filling substance or filler. It is a procedure that injects a filling substance similar to a substance in the body, such as collagen or hyaluronic acid, into the dermal layer and subcutaneous fat layer of the skin. If botox controls muscle movement, filler fills and supplements areas that have become sagging or sunken due to aging.
There are various types of fillers, but hyaluronic acid fillers account for about 80%. Hyaluronic acid is a natural ingredient that exists in our bodies, and it draws in water more than 1,000 times its own weight to fill in the volume of the treatment area. Hyaluronic acid fillers have a short duration, but they are naturally absorbed into our bodies over time and have the characteristic of having less foreign body sensation and lumpiness when injected into the skin.
Fillers are also used in areas where skin is prone to sagging or sunken, such as the cheeks, forehead, between the eyebrows, and nasolabial folds, and younger people also choose fillers to make their lips plumper or raise their nose bridge. The biggest appeal of fillers is that they are simple to administer and have natural effects. Another advantage is that if the results are not satisfactory or side effects occur after the procedure, the injected filler can be dissolved.
On the other hand, the risk of side effects is greater than that of botox. Side effects of fillers include inflammation, swelling, skin bumps, skin necrosis, sinking, and pain. Although rare, if filler injected around the eyes or nose enters the blood vessels, blindness may occur due to retinal artery occlusion. The procedure may seem simple, but the skill and experience of the doctor are important. In order to minimize side effects from fillers, you must be fully aware of precautions before and after using fillers.
Botox is a procedure that temporarily reduces muscle activity by injecting a component called botulinum toxin. In 1989, it was approved by the US FDA for use as a muscle treatment, and its wrinkle-relieving effect was discovered, so it is currently widely used for cosmetic purposes.
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin secreted by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It acts on the neuromuscular junction to block the secretion of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, thereby paralyzing and relaxing muscles for a certain period of time. Due to this effect, if botox is injected into an area where muscles are overly developed, it can have the effect of smoothing out wrinkles by reducing muscle atrophy or muscle relaxation, and can have the effect of reducing the size of large muscles. It is usually administered to areas where wrinkles occur frequently due to frequent movement, such as the area around the eyes, between the eyebrows, and next to the nose, or areas such as the square jaw, calves, and trapezius muscles that are caused by muscle development.
Botox takes some time to take effect after the procedure, and the effect lasts for about 3 months. There are few side effects that are harmful or severe to the body. Representative side effects include ptosis, facial paralysis, edema, inflammation, bruising, sunken eyes, and headaches.
Although it is not a side effect, there is one disadvantage. Botulinum toxin is not a component that exists in the body, so if the drug is used repeatedly, antibodies are created and resistance may develop, reducing the effectiveness of the drug. To reduce resistance to Botox, it is recommended to receive the procedure every 3 months for facial procedures and every 6 months to 1 year for body procedures, and to use botulinum toxin with high purity. In addition, you should receive the procedure from the same medical staff at the same hospital to understand the procedure cycle and dosage, etc., and reduce the risk of resistance.
‘Filler’ that injects a substance similar to a substance in the body
Filler literally means a filling substance or filler. It is a procedure that injects a filling substance similar to a substance in the body, such as collagen or hyaluronic acid, into the dermal layer and subcutaneous fat layer of the skin. If botox controls muscle movement, filler fills and supplements areas that have become sagging or sunken due to aging.
There are various types of fillers, but hyaluronic acid fillers account for about 80%. Hyaluronic acid is a natural ingredient that exists in our bodies, and it draws in water more than 1,000 times its own weight to fill in the volume of the treatment area. Hyaluronic acid fillers have a short duration, but they are naturally absorbed into our bodies over time and have the characteristic of having less foreign body sensation and lumpiness when injected into the skin.
Fillers are also used in areas where skin is prone to sagging or sunken, such as the cheeks, forehead, between the eyebrows, and nasolabial folds, and younger people also choose fillers to make their lips plumper or raise their nose bridge. The biggest appeal of fillers is that they are simple to administer and have natural effects. Another advantage is that if the results are not satisfactory or side effects occur after the procedure, the injected filler can be dissolved.
On the other hand, the risk of side effects is greater than that of botox. Side effects of fillers include inflammation, swelling, skin bumps, skin necrosis, sinking, and pain. Although rare, if filler injected around the eyes or nose enters the blood vessels, blindness may occur due to retinal artery occlusion. The procedure may seem simple, but the skill and experience of the doctor are important. In order to minimize side effects from fillers, you must be fully aware of precautions before and after using fillers.
