Hello great doctors! Last August(21), I had fillers(Hyaluronic Acid)into my face: two in checks one in each side, two in my chin, and botox around the eyes and into my forehead. My question is shall I go to the doctor and ask her for a re-touch session? It seems for me they're starting to go away and I'd like to refresh my face, if it doesn't harm me. If yes, how many do you think are enough for re-touch? It passed 4 months now l.
December 29, 2015
Answer: Botox Usually Lasts About 4-6 Months; Hyaluronic Acid Fillers About 8-18 Months, & Volumizers 18-24 Months I have personally been using Botox for about 25 years and hyaluronic acid fillers for well over fifteen, so I have a lot of experience with each. Botox effects typically last between four to six months (occasionally up to seven). Simple hyaluronic acid fillers, like Restylane and Juvederm last about eight to eighteen months, depending upon the specific location of placement. When combined with Botox, the effects of both tend to last longer than either alone. More robust hyaluronic acid volumizers, like Voluma XC, may last between 18-24 months, once again depending upon where used (i.e. if the area treated is subjected to more or less mechanical movement).There is no problem undergoing more treatments after four months. The more pressing question is why did the effects last. such a short time. It could be something unique about your metabolism. However, it could also be a host of other reasons, including use of inappopriate amounts {not enough) of material, inappropriate concentrations, improper choice of material for a specific area (such as using plane Juvederm for the cheeks instead of Voluma XC, etc.). Perhaps using Dysport or Xeomin instead of Botox might yield more prolonged reasonses. All these are issues that should be discussed with your treating physician. And in general, it would be wise to make certain that you are treated by a board certified aesthetic physician with experience and training in nonsurgical facial rejuvenation.
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December 29, 2015
Answer: Botox Usually Lasts About 4-6 Months; Hyaluronic Acid Fillers About 8-18 Months, & Volumizers 18-24 Months I have personally been using Botox for about 25 years and hyaluronic acid fillers for well over fifteen, so I have a lot of experience with each. Botox effects typically last between four to six months (occasionally up to seven). Simple hyaluronic acid fillers, like Restylane and Juvederm last about eight to eighteen months, depending upon the specific location of placement. When combined with Botox, the effects of both tend to last longer than either alone. More robust hyaluronic acid volumizers, like Voluma XC, may last between 18-24 months, once again depending upon where used (i.e. if the area treated is subjected to more or less mechanical movement).There is no problem undergoing more treatments after four months. The more pressing question is why did the effects last. such a short time. It could be something unique about your metabolism. However, it could also be a host of other reasons, including use of inappopriate amounts {not enough) of material, inappropriate concentrations, improper choice of material for a specific area (such as using plane Juvederm for the cheeks instead of Voluma XC, etc.). Perhaps using Dysport or Xeomin instead of Botox might yield more prolonged reasonses. All these are issues that should be discussed with your treating physician. And in general, it would be wise to make certain that you are treated by a board certified aesthetic physician with experience and training in nonsurgical facial rejuvenation.
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December 29, 2015
Answer: Maintenance It is not unusual to need further treatment with Botox and fillers (depending on the filler) after four months. It is certainly safe, but without examination, I cannon predict how much you need. Good luck!
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December 29, 2015
Answer: Maintenance It is not unusual to need further treatment with Botox and fillers (depending on the filler) after four months. It is certainly safe, but without examination, I cannon predict how much you need. Good luck!
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