Will a microcurrent device interfere with fillers and Botox?

cmaala89,
Thank you for your question. The quick answer would be a very minimal effect. The more in depth answer depends on a number of factors. How deep the filler was injected, when was the filler and botox procedure done, where was the filler injected, the strength of the micro current treatment. I recommend waiting for at least two weeks to minimize any negative effects of the micro current therapy. I hope this helps. Have a wonderful day. 

The effect from a microcurrent device on your filler and Botox treatment should not be significant. It is best if you wait for two weeks after your treatment before returning to using your device. As there are different devices available on the market, it is best to check with your injector about your particular device.

It is a question I have gotten many times before. The easier answer I tell patients is 2 weeks after Botox is good. Microcurrent after filler I tell patients can restart in 2 weeks but if it’s filler on bone like cheeks,jaws,chin wait 4weeks. It friends on the microcurrent strength and type of filler. Is bruising and swelling is present then longer but usually 3 weeks after filler is appropriate. 
Hope this helps.

Hi cmaala89,
I have extensive experience in Botox and fillers and while we do not use microcurrent  in practice, some doctors, believe that electrical stimulation is a non-invasive way of preventing muscle atrophy. They claim that  over time, Botox injections lead to loss of fullness and an "older" appearance. The muscles themselves are not mobilized but passively stimulated so that the fibers do not lose bulk during the time they are immobilized by Botox. This is like passively exercising the muscles of a paralyzed person to tone those unused muscles. 
On the skin, there is some evidence that microcurrents stimulate the fibroblasts. Even on a temporary level, some increase in circulation can be noted which leads to a glowing and healthy look,. 
The timing should be right so that Botox does not "travel". Experts claim that spacing them a few weeks apart (minimum of two) should be fine. With fillers, these are set more deeply and won't likely move during stimulation.
If in doubt, you can always resort to microneedling for a similar collagen-stimulating effect.
I hope this helps,
Justin Harper, M.D.