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Which Do You Think is Better to Combat the Dreaded Frown Line...botox or Juvederm?
I am going to have either or done next week for my frown line between my eyes. I can't stand it! I had a conservative amount of Botox done for this last year and it worked fine, but I still was able to see a faint line still. Do you think that getting Juvederm this time around would be a better option, or should I just ask for more Botox?
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Botox for FRown Line is Much Better Than Juvederm
The Frown Line also called the 11's is caused by the contraction or activity of the Frown Muscles, the Procerus and Corrugator. When these muscles tighten during stress or concentration they pull the skin overlying the muscle into a fold, the Frown Line.
Botox or Dysport injection relaxes the Frown Muscles and the Frown Lines disappear.
Frown lines are called Dynamic Lines when they only show when you frown. Dynamic lines are removed with Botox and Dysport.
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Treating Frown Lines
Juvederm is a filler, meaning it is used to "fill" empty spaces on the face such as thinning nasolabial folds, troughs under the eyes, hollow cheeks, or deep wrinkles. The Frown line is caused by overactive facial muscles, and therefore Botox is the best option. Perhaps you'll need more product than you did last time to completely eliminate the wrinkle, or perhaps it has already turned permanent in which case you could benefit from a laser resurfacing procedure, such as Fraxel re:store or...
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Treating the dreaded frown line
Typically, Botox is the best treatment for the frown lines ("11"s). If you have a deep frown line (evident at rest), then adding a filler at the same treatment time as the Botox can be quite effective at plumping the line out further. If you're patient and continue regular Botox treatments every 4-6 months, you'll find that after 3-4 sessions, you'll likely never need a filler again. Make sure to see an experienced injector such as a dermatologist for optimal results and safety.
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Star with Botox, then consider Juvederm.
I would recommend starting with Botox Cosmetic to weaken the glabellar frown muscles and then consider an HA filler like Juvederm if deeper furrows or frown lines remain after 3 to 4 weeks of inactivity. The results can be impressive and extend the longevity noticeably, since the Juvedrem lasts longer.
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Botox vs Juvederm for Glabellar Wrinkles, (the 11's)
Botox is usually the first line of defense in this area. This usually works well. Sometimes a well established or deep wrinkle may need a little filler. Remember that one may never have it perfectly smooth. This depends on how long the wrinkle has been established, sun damage, scar in the area, etc. Talk to your doctor, and tell him what your expectations are. He will advise you on what is possible.
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Botox and Juvederm
Botox works great for limiting the movement of the muscle that forms the frown line. If you have a line that is present when not moving your brows, called a static line, then Botox may not be enough. In that case adding a filler to the treatment can help fill in the lines. For deeper wrinkles such as this, I like a combination of Botox and a filler.
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Which Do You Think is Better to Combat the Dreaded Frown Line...botox or Juvederm?
IMHO, no contest...Botox and the other neurotoxins are far superior in reducing unwanted forehead lines and wrinkles.
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Botox or filler for a frown line
A frown line develops from repreated msucle animation and the subcutaneous fat thins in the region leaving an etched in line. Sometimes botoc alone can soften the line. This may take several treatments. Juvederm or any filler may help soften the line some more.
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Frown Line Treatment Options
Most plastic surgeons and dermatologist will recommend Botox as first line treatment for frown lines. Fine wrinkles or faint lines may still be visible after Botox treatment. These wrinkles or lines may then be possibly treated with a facial filler, skin care, or laser resurfacing.
Only after a comprehensive evaluation can a specialist help determine appropriate options for you. Best of luck.
Dr. Chaboki
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Botox is the treatment of choice for most patients' glabellar wrinkles of the forehead
Most physicians will say that Botox is the treatment of choice for the glabellar lines. Filler can be added if necessary and may last longer than the botox but it can cause lumpiness that is unsightly if too much is given.
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