Anti-Wrinkle Injections vs Facial Fillers (Dermal Filler Injections)

Neuromodulator that relaxes muscles vs volumizer that restores lost volume

Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Anti-wrinkle injections are a purified treatment used to temporarily reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles by relaxing underlying muscles.

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Facial Fillers (Dermal Filler Injections)

Facial rejuvenation through the use of injectable fillers involves injecting a substance into the skin to smoothen wrinkles or deep folds such as the nose to mouth line

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How They Compare

	Anti-Wrinkle Injections	Facial Fillers (Dermal Filler Injections)
Cost Range	R3,500 – R7,000	R5,500 – R11,000
Duration	10-20 minutes (quick "lunchtime" procedure)	—
Anesthesia	Topical numbing cream (optional) or ice to minimize discomfort	—
Technique	Dr Maresky uses advanced injection techniques including: - Microdroplet technique for natural diffusion - Anatomical mapping for precise muscle targeting - Conservative dosing to maintain facial expression - Symmetry assessment for balanced results	—
Recovery	See full procedure page	—
Ideal Candidates	Adults 18-65 years with dynamic wrinkles (wrinkles that appear with facial expressions) Individuals seeking non-surgical wrinkle reduction Those wanting to prevent deeper wrinkles from forming	Prior to a facial filler procedure, patients will undergo an initial consultation in order to determine their candidacy. The best candidates for facial fillers are non-smokers with realistic expectations of the results.

How to Choose

The right choice between Anti-Wrinkle Injections and Facial Fillers (Dermal Filler Injections) depends on your anatomy, goals, and overall health. The best way to determine which procedure suits you is through a personalised consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky, who can examine you, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach based on your individual anatomy and expectations.

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