Botox & Fillers

If you’re ready to refresh your look, consider Botox® and dermal fillers. These subtle, nonsurgical treatments smooth fine lines, restore volume, and enhance natural features. Board-certified dermatologist George Glinos, MD, and team members Yesenia Sebastia, APRN-BC, Bethany Aguilar, PA-C, and Alexandra Riguero, PA-C, provide Botox and fillers to soften wrinkles and add youthful fullness with minimal downtime. To get your renewed look, call Dermatology of Miami in Miami or Miami Lakes, Florida, today. You can also book online.

What are Botox® and fillers?

Botox and dermal fillers are widely used cosmetic treatments designed to smooth signs of aging and enhance natural facial contours. Although often mentioned together, they work differently. 

Botox

Botox is a purified form of botulinum toxin that temporarily relaxes specific muscles to smooth out dynamic wrinkles caused by repeated facial movements like smiling or frowning. 

Dermal fillers

Dermal fillers are gel-like substances, such as hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, or poly-L-lactic acid, used to add volume, smooth static wrinkles, and enhance facial contours.

What issues do Botox and fillers address?

Botox and dermal fillers target specific concerns and areas of your face. While both are popular for cosmetic enhancement, they serve different purposes:

Botox treats:

• Forehead lines
• Crow’s feet (wrinkles around the outer corners of the eyes)
• Frown lines between the eyebrows (often called 11 lines)
• Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
• Chronic migraines
• TMJ pain and teeth grinding (by relaxing the jaw muscles)

Dermal fillers can:

• Restore volume lost due to aging or weight loss
• Plump and shape the lips
• Lift and contour the cheeks
• Define the jawline and chin
• Smooth out nasolabial folds (smile or laugh lines)
• Minimize the appearance of under-eye hollows (tear troughs)

You can combine these treatments to achieve a more youthful, refreshed look tailored to your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals.

How do Botox and fillers work?

Botox blocks the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract, allowing overlying skin to appear smoother and less wrinkled. It takes a few days to start working, with full results usually visible within 1-2 weeks. 

Dermal fillers fill in deep wrinkles or areas of volume loss. They instantly lift and smooth your skin and stimulate collagen production for longer-lasting results. The procedure is quick, and you can see results immediately after treatment.

How long do results last for Botox and fillers?

The effects of Botox typically last 3-4 months, depending on the area treated, dosage, and your metabolism. Over time, muscle movement gradually returns, and lines may reappear, requiring repeat treatments to maintain the effect. 

Dermal filler longevity varies by type and injection area, but it usually lasts 6-24 months. For example, cheek or jawline fillers may last longer, while lip fillers wear off faster. Maintenance treatments can help preserve your results over time.

Schedule a consultation at Dermatology of Miami today by phone or online.