Can I avoid surgery with Botox®, fillers, or skin-tightening/resurfacing procedures?
A. Receiving consistent Botox® injections early in the aging process can deter further signs of aging and wrinkles. Filler injection is an excellent non-surgical method to enhance the face and treat wrinkles. Injections also can provide volume to certain areas of the face. Skin-tightening and resurfacing procedures can significantly help with wrinkle reduction and provide a more uniform appearance to your face. These will help significantly with signs of damage from excessive sun exposure. However, it should be noted that these techniques will only allow for mild improvements. One cannot expect to look 10 to 15 years younger with these in-office procedures. Currently, surgical intervention is the only way we can truly provide long-lasting and significant cosmetic changes. Q. What about postoperative care? A. You will be seen by your physician during your postoperative visits to assess and monitor your progress closely. However, surgery is just the first step in the process of facial re
