Marlin Gill, MD

People of any age can usually improve the appearance of their nasolabial folds using filler.  In general, I usually recommend using a filler like Voluma on the cheek bones as a first step.  This provides some lift that can reduce the depth of the nasolabial folds and reduce the amount of filler needed there.  This is important because overfilling the nasolabial area does not look natural and should be avoided.  Specifics about your individual needs will be recommended by your doctor during your examination.

Good luck with your treatment.  Dr. Gill

Botox can be very effective for underarm sweating.  Most of my patients see significant reduction in the sweating and are able to stop worrying about wet spots on their clothing.  The best part is that the treatments usually last 4 to 6 months.

Good luck treating your condition. Dr. Gill

Without an exam or photos, it is difficult to make specific comments but in most cases this problem can be improved.  Fillers a very helpful in the eye troughs below the eyes and can greatly reduce the sunken appearance making the eyes look younger and more refreshed.  Botox can be used on the brow to lift the eyebrows and smooth the wrinkles further improving that tired look.

Good luck with your treatment.  Dr. Gill

A patient with your facial features can be treated successfully with dermal fillers.  When the mid face is "plump" or full, Voluma can be used along the lateral cheek lines to lift and improve the shape and proportions of the face. Care must be taken not to add to the fullness of the mid face.  In my patients who have deep marionette lines like yours, I also use Voluma along the chin (an off label area for this filler) followed by Juvederm below the mouth corners to complete the correction and turn those corners back up.  This treatment looks very natural and can really give your face a refreshed appearance.

The number of syringes needed and other specific plans for your treatment would be determined during the examination by your doctor.  Best of luck, Dr. Gill

The good news is that drooping from Botox fades over time and usually resolves in 2 to 3 months.




In general, Botox is a better treatment for forehead lines and wrinkles than filler.  While dermal fillers can be used in that area, the risks are significantly greater than with Botox.  When I treat a patient with filler in the forehead area, I normally do it very carefully using a small amount of diluted filler.   




I hope this is helpful and good luck.