Comparing Injectable Treatments

Which Injectable Treatment Is Right for You?

Wrinkles and the deepening of natural folds and creases, particularly in the face, are a normal part of aging. However, many men and women come to Salmon Creek Plastic Surgery because they see these signs of aging. They feel vibrant and young on the inside, but they also feel that they look old and tired on the outside.

There are a number of ways we can lesson the appearance of these folds and creases. Often, patients assume BOTOX® is the answer. However, what many people need to address their concerns are “fillers,” any one of a number of clear gels that replace lost volume and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles when injected into or under the skin. We commonly use the Juvéderm^™ family of fillers (Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, Juvederm Ultra Plus) for this purpose.

These gels have different properties that make some better for fine lines, while others are preferred for deeper folds or for filling of the cheeks.  They are made of a substance (hyaluronic acid) that we have naturally in our joints and will last anywhere between 12 to 24 months before being absorbed. They are highly effective and very safe, as well as being reversible.

So how does this differ then from BOTOX? Instead of replacing volume, Botox weakens facial muscles so that they do not bend the skin as strongly.  This softens creases and lines in the skin.  BOTOX typically lasts three to four months.  Most often, we are using both strategies to achieve optimal results in our patients.

At Salmon Creek Plastic Surgery, our surgeons perform the injections personally. One of the benefits is that we have a thorough understanding of facial anatomy and understand that no two faces are alike. We strive to restore the youthful contours of the patient’s face – not create an unnatural or overdone appearance.