Difference Between Botox And Juvederm

Botox injectable botulinum toxin is the leading non-surgical anti-wrinkle treatment in the country

. In 2008, over 2.4 million patients received botulinum injections. However, there are a variety of other dermal injections available to treat fine lines, wrinkles, crow's feet, frown lines, acne scars, forehead creases, dark under eye circles, and even plump lips or rejuvenate skin. Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid-based gel used to literally fill in wrinkles and refresh skin's youthful appearance.

Botox is an injectable version of the botulinum toxin type A that is a neuromuscular blocking agent and effectively paralyzes small muscles in the face. Temporary paralysis is achieved by inhibiting the effects of acetylcholine at muscular nerve receptors. In turn, this smoothes the lines in around the mouth and forehead and creates a more youthful appearance. In contrast, Juvederm's filler gel plumps weak and deteriorating skin tissues to temporarily compensate for reduced collagen and loss of skin elasticity. While both are effective anti-aging treatments, they obviously work by very different mechanisms.

Both cosmetic treatments have been approved by the FDA to treat wrinkles and are medically-proven to deliver results that halt or reverse the signs of aging. A beneficial effect of Juvederm's natural-based formula and mechanism is that it can also be used to plump lips and correct fat loss in the face. Botulinum toxin can only be used cosmetically to correct wrinkles, but has other beneficial medical uses such as treatment of migraines and excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).

Side effects of the two treatments also vary. Since hyaluronic acid is naturally occurring, it poses little to no risk of allergic reaction or rash. Juvederm's side effect profile is minimal and its formula provides long-term results lasting anywhere from 6-9 months. Botulinum injections have a much broader side effect profile including headache, redness, numbness, tingling, muscle paralysis, rash or allergic reaction. The results last only 3-6 months and treatments must be repeated indefinitely for long-term anti-aging benefits.

The cost of the two injections also differs significantly. Juvederm lasts longer and is more expensive, while Botox requires more follow-up treatments but is less expensive. In order to determine which anti-aging regimen will best suit your cosmetic needs, it is wise to consult a doctor or specialist in your area. A trusted provider can thoroughly review your expectations, desires and goals and provide feedback on your skin's individual conditions to predict which dermal injection will produce the best results.

by: Abigail Aaronson

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