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.
September 7, 2023
Answer: Filler and botox are quite different, you should still be able to get great results from filler Hello, Some people have been known to see less and less effect from botox over time and often they switch to a different neurotoxin and end up with great results, such as switching from botox cosmetic to dysport. Fillers are a very different injectable from neurotoxins as they are made of compounds that take up space and don't cause your body to react to them, most of them dissolve slowly over time. Neurotoxins weaken or paralyze muscles temporarily and the injected compounds aren't designed to stay were they were injected after they have taken effect. You should still be able to get good results from filler. You should also try a different neurotoxin such as xeomin or dysport. Hope this helps! -Dr. Halka
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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, Some people have been known to see less and less effect from botox over time and often they switch to a different neurotoxin and end up with great results, such as switching from botox cosmetic to dysport. Fillers are a very different injectable from neurotoxins as they are made of compounds that take up space and don't cause your body to react to them, most of them dissolve slowly over time. Neurotoxins weaken or paralyze muscles temporarily and the injected compounds aren't designed to stay were they were injected after they have taken effect. You should still be able to get good results from filler. You should also try a different neurotoxin such as xeomin or dysport. Hope this helps! -Dr. Halka
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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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