Botox for wrinkles has become more popular than ever. Botox has long been the most recognized and popular name associated with the dreaded wrinkles and fine lines that come with aging, and its popularity really hasn’t slowed down any over the years.

It’s still one of the most popular treatments for wrinkles and facial lines and is helping lots of people gain their youthful appearance once more. Botox injections work by blocking specific chemical signals from the nerves, especially those signals that trigger muscle contraction.

This procedure temporarily relaxes the underlying muscles that cause wrinkles as well as forehead furrows. But, can Botox fix all facial wrinkles? Well, let’s see.

There are two types of facial wrinkles: static and dynamic.

Dynamic wrinkles result from muscle movement, the type that occurs when you smile or laugh. Common examples of this include the lines on the forehead or the crow’s feet that develop around the eyes. Since Botox’s primary method of action is to paralyze muscle activity, it’s a great option for dynamic wrinkles.

Static wrinkles are different, though. These wrinkles are not caused by muscle movement. Instead, they result from the loss of collagen and elasticity in the skin. They can also be caused by damage from the sun or smoking. As we age, the skin becomes thinner and drier, and the face’s silhouette changes and loses volume.

While some surgeons may recommend Botox for static wrinkles, fillers are by far more effective. Fillers can restore volume loss, lift the skin, and then smooth out the wrinkles and lines to give you your youthful appearance.

Juvederm is a common filler particularly great for wrinkles and lines around the mouth. In some cases, both Botox and fillers may be combined to get the best results.

Whether you’ll need Botox or fillers depends on the recommendation of an expert. Dr. Mayli Davis offers Botox for wrinkles, as well as fillers, depending on what will be best for individual situations. A great deal of expertise is needed to ensure the injections will be precisely placed to avoid unwanted side effects. You can count on the robust experience and expertise of Dr. Davis to give you fantastic results.

For more information on Botox for wrinkles, Juvederm and other skin-rejuvenation services, contact the team at Advanced Eyelid Surgery Center at 817-778-4444 to get started.