I seem quite resistant to botox. It works nowhere near like it used to and does not last long at all, despite injecting a much higher amount of units. I'm wondering if given that my body seems to reject the botox, would my chances of rejecting filler be much higher now too? I'm feeling depressed about this and hoping to find some options! Thank you for your time.
Answer: They're not the same Hi! So sorry you are depressed about this. First and foremost, botox and filler are not the same at all. So just because your body seems to "reject" botox does not mean that it will "reject" filler. The thought process behind "rejection" of botox is that your body has somehow built up immunity against the toxin so it eats away the toxin and doesn't allow it to do its job. One thing I might suggest is switching toxins (example: if you started with botox, try xeomin) because they are all compounded and formulated differently. But even if that doesn't work for you, just because you cannot have botox does not mean you cannot have filler. However, also remember that they work differently, so filler is not necessarily the best option for certain concerns. Good luck!
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Answer: They're not the same Hi! So sorry you are depressed about this. First and foremost, botox and filler are not the same at all. So just because your body seems to "reject" botox does not mean that it will "reject" filler. The thought process behind "rejection" of botox is that your body has somehow built up immunity against the toxin so it eats away the toxin and doesn't allow it to do its job. One thing I might suggest is switching toxins (example: if you started with botox, try xeomin) because they are all compounded and formulated differently. But even if that doesn't work for you, just because you cannot have botox does not mean you cannot have filler. However, also remember that they work differently, so filler is not necessarily the best option for certain concerns. Good luck!
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Answer: Botox resistance Hi @little.mermaid.xo. I recommend switching to a different neurotoxin like Xeomin if you've developed true Botox resistance. It is very unlikely that since you developed Botox resistance you will also experience resistance to dermal fillers. They have completely different mechanisms of action.
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Answer: Botox resistance Hi @little.mermaid.xo. I recommend switching to a different neurotoxin like Xeomin if you've developed true Botox resistance. It is very unlikely that since you developed Botox resistance you will also experience resistance to dermal fillers. They have completely different mechanisms of action.
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September 15, 2023
Answer: Hyaluronic acid I'm sorry to hear your botox treatments are not working as well as you'd like. Sometimes switching to a different brand can help. As far as fillers go, most fillers today are made from hyaluronic acid. While fillers and botox do different things through different mechanisms, if you've built up an resistance response to botox, its unlikely that you've done so to fillers if you're filler naive. Best of luck!
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September 15, 2023
Answer: Hyaluronic acid I'm sorry to hear your botox treatments are not working as well as you'd like. Sometimes switching to a different brand can help. As far as fillers go, most fillers today are made from hyaluronic acid. While fillers and botox do different things through different mechanisms, if you've built up an resistance response to botox, its unlikely that you've done so to fillers if you're filler naive. Best of luck!
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September 7, 2023
Answer: Filler and botox are quite different, you should still be able to get great results from filler Hello,
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September 7, 2023
Answer: Filler and botox are quite different, you should still be able to get great results from filler Hello,
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August 17, 2023
Answer: Botox Resistance-- Dysport, Xeomin, Microneedling If Botox is not an option for you, Dysport or Xeomin are the next options. I suggest dermarolling at home to give the skin Botox-like effects with at-home treatment. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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August 17, 2023
Answer: Botox Resistance-- Dysport, Xeomin, Microneedling If Botox is not an option for you, Dysport or Xeomin are the next options. I suggest dermarolling at home to give the skin Botox-like effects with at-home treatment. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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August 17, 2023
Answer: Consider trying a neurotoxin different than Botox. Generally, dermal fillers are not a substitute for a neurotoxin. We have seen some people develop resistance to a neurotoxin, however, when that happens we may suggest using another one like Xeomin or Dysport. Hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph
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August 17, 2023
Answer: Consider trying a neurotoxin different than Botox. Generally, dermal fillers are not a substitute for a neurotoxin. We have seen some people develop resistance to a neurotoxin, however, when that happens we may suggest using another one like Xeomin or Dysport. Hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph
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