DERMATOLOGIST COMPARISON
Botox vs Fillers
THE SHORT VERSION
Botox relaxes muscles to soften lines caused by movement (forehead, frown, crow's feet) and lasts 3–4 months. Fillers add volume to hollows and static folds and last 6–18 months. They treat different problems and are often combined.
Dr. Yang Jung-hwa, MD — board-certified dermatologist, Seoul National University
Side-by-side comparison
| Botox | Fillers | |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Relaxes muscle | Adds volume |
| Treats | Dynamic lines, jaw slimming | Hollows, folds, contour |
| Lasts | 3–4 months | 6–18 months |
| Downtime | None | 2–7 days swelling |
Not sure which one?
Send photos and your goals. Dr. Yang will recommend one, the other, or both.
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One, the other or both: a recommendation based on your skin.