Aging may provide wisdom, but it also brings unwelcome wrinkles and creases. To add even more complexity, not all wrinkles are the same and shouldn't be treated as if they are. Fortunately, there are multiple treatments like Botox® and fillers that can work together for skin that is smoother and fuller.
At Plateroti Dermatology in Templeton, California, Dr. Carmelo Plateroti and our skilled team use our combined experience of over 30 years to successfully partner with our patients for all your dermatologic and aesthetic concerns. We pair state-of-the-art medical practices with proven holistic treatments for everything from acne and skin cancer to wrinkles, all in a supportive and caring environment.
Wrinkles are the lines and creases that form on the skin as a natural part of aging and often appear on the face, neck, and arms. Fine lines can begin in people as young as age 25 and become most pronounced in people older than 65.
Everyone's skin naturally ages and loses the collagen that provides it with support and elasticity. Repeated facial movements and expressions play a role in wrinkle development as does genetics. Lifestyle habits like spending time in the sun without protection and smoking can contribute as well.
There are a variety of treatment options tailor-made to address the different kinds of lines and creases.
Botox treats wrinkles caused by repeated muscle contractions that are often most noticeable as forehead and frown lines, crow's feet, and chin dimpling. It works by temporarily relaxing the muscles, resulting in skin that is smoother and softer.
Botox uses botulinum toxin, a specially formulated substance, that has been employed for over 17 years to address multiple medical conditions. Treatment is typically fast lasting 30 minutes or less, and there is no downtime afterward.
Some wrinkles as well as sagging skin can be the result of the loss of fat and proteins. Dermal fillers inject special gel-like substances in problem areas to add volume, fullness, and plumping up of the skin. The result? You get smoother skin with fewer lines and wrinkles.
Fillers are made of a variety of substances, depending on the type of wrinkles. Treatment locations include the cheeks, nasolabial or smile lines, the lips, and chin. Even the chest and lower neck as well as the hands can be injected with a filler.
Like with Botox, treatment is minimally invasive, and you can return to your daily routine right after the procedure.
Since each procedure addresses different types of wrinkles, many people undergo treatment with both Botox and fillers at the same time. This results in the relaxing of dynamic wrinkles involved with movement as well as smoothing static wrinkles from the loss of collagen and the skin's reduced elasticity.
If you're looking to refresh your appearance by smoothing your wrinkles, we can work with you to determine if Botox, fillers or both are the best option for your situation and goals. Click our request button, or call us at 805-434-2526 to make your appointment.
