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What is the difference between Botox and dermal fillers?
Fillers in Dubai | 4 July 2019
Botox and dermal fillers are cosmetic treatments given through injections, usually in a clinic. They are minimally invasive, meaning they do not involve surgery. That is where their similarities end, however. Botox and dermal filler treatments are popular, accounting for more than 9 million procedures in 2015, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Botox contains purified bacteria that freeze muscles. In doing so, Botox can help minimize the appearance of lines and wrinkles caused by facial expressions. Dermal fillers contain ingredients that add fullness to areas that have thinned due to aging. This thinning is common in the cheeks, lips, and around the mouth. People should be aware of the costs and risks of treatments and have realistic expectations of what they can do.
What is Botox?
Botox is a purified form of the botulinum toxin that is obtained from bacteria. Though it is deadly in larger amounts, the tiny, regulated amount of Botox given to correct wrinkles has been used safely for decades.
Botox works by blocking nerve signals in the muscles where it is injected. When those nerve signals are interrupted, the affected muscle is temporarily paralyzed or frozen. Without movement of these selected muscles in the face, certain wrinkles may be softened, reduced, or even removed.
Botox and other treatments made with botulinum toxin are sometimes called neuromodulators or neurotoxins.
Treatments made with botulinum toxin are sold under the brand names Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, and Xeomin.
What can Botox correct?
Botox only works on wrinkles that are caused by muscle movement. These are known as dynamic wrinkles, and are often called “expression lines.” The most common dynamic wrinkles that Botox can treat are lines on the upper face, such as the “11” between the brows, horizontal lines on the forehead, and crow’s feet around the eyes. These lines are caused by smiling, frowning, squinting, and other facial expressions. Botox will not work on fine lines and wrinkles caused by sagging or loss of plumpness in the face. These are known as static wrinkles. Static wrinkles include lines in the cheeks, neck, and jowl areas. Botox is not a permanent treatment. Repeated treatments are necessary for continued wrinkle-reducing effects. Most people find that the muscle-relaxing effect of Botox lasts for 3 to 4 months.
What are dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers, sometimes called soft tissue fillers, are substances designed to be injected beneath the surface of the skin to add volume and fullness.
Substances used in dermal fillers include:
Calcium hydroxylapatite, which is a mineral-like compound found in bones.
Hyaluronic acid, which is found in some fluids and tissues in the body that add plumpness to the skin.
Polyalkylimide, a transparent gel that is compatible with the body.
Polylactic acid, which stimulates the skin to make more collagen.
Each one of these is designed to treat different signs of aging or other cosmetic issues. The time they take to work, as well as how long they last, also vary. Some fillers last 6 months, while others last up to 2 years or longer. People should discuss their individual needs and expectations with their doctor to determine what filler would be the best choice for them.
What can dermal fillers correct?
Different types of dermal fillers are designed to treat varying signs of aging. Depending on the filler selected, they may:
plump up thinning lips
enhance or fill in shallow areas on the face
decrease or remove the shadow or wrinkle under the eyes caused by the lower eyelid
fill in or soften the look of recessed scars
fill in or soften static wrinkles, especially on the lower face
Static wrinkles include those around the mouth and along the cheeks. These wrinkles are usually a result of a loss of collagen and elasticity in the skin.
Tummy tuck benefits and expectations
Tummy Tuck Dubai | 2 July 2019
Tummy Tucks’ Types of Scars
Your scar size and its location depend on the type of abdominoplasty you undergo. In a traditional tummy tuck, the scar goes from hip to hip, I will do my best to ensure that the scar is hidden under the bikini line. A scar around the belly button is also necessary as belly button is actually relocated during the procedure. Clients who need just a small amount of skin to be removed and little muscles tightening, a mini tummy tuck is an option. A very little amount of excess skin is removed and the incision leaves a scar as little as a C-section scar.
Tummy Tuck Aftercare
You will be discharged from the clinic on the second day after your tummy tuck. Therefore you will need certain level of assistance at doing everyday routine activities. Such assistance may take up to seven days. General physical ease is recommended and no heavy weight lifts are allowed.
Muscles tightening, excess skin removal, and remaining skin pulled and stretched are the reasons that are significantly responsible for limited movement and cause a kind of bent over position of the client after the tummy tuck. Various pain levels and back spasms are inevitable and present during the first couple of days after your tummy tuck. Cleaning the incision with anti-bacterial solution and medication are necessity and help prevent getting the wound infected. Clients are given a compression garment which must be worn for next six weeks. Such garment helps the healing process and keeps your belly at the right position. Proper diet and food rich in nutrition is a key factor too and makes healing smoother, ensures the best results and keeps you fit. Smoking is not allowed as these activities are healing stoppers.
Tummy Tuck Benefits Beyond The Cosmetic
Benefits of your tummy tuck procedure bring not only the physical approach toward yourself and the public but you will feel a lot more confident in your mind and your “new skin” than ever before. The procedure can also offer medical benefits as some studies show that tummy tucks may help with urinary incontinence, strength and support your body’s core. The abdominal muscles are tightened and this fact results in supporting your body as a whole. Generally speaking, the first 2 weeks may be physical and emotional demanding, but after a few weeks you will enjoy the results and expectations of your tummy tuck procedure, feel more confident, and look forward to your New look lifestyle.