Wrinkle relaxers and dermal fillers
People often use the two names loosely, so here is the plain difference. Wrinkle relaxers are injected into muscle and act on muscle movement. Dermal fillers are gels placed under the skin in a chosen spot. They are different products with different techniques, and a provider may suggest one, both or neither.
Both are given by licensed providers where state law allows. Who may inject is set by state rules, which differ across the country. Ask any provider you speak with about their license, their training with each product and how they decide what is suitable.
Questions to ask about injectables
Write these down and bring them:
- What product are you suggesting, and why this one?
- Is it a wrinkle relaxer or a dermal filler?
- What is your license, and how often do you inject?
- Do any of my medicines or conditions matter here?
- What side effects are possible, such as bruising or swelling?
- What would you do if a complication happened?
- How long do people usually wait between visits?
- Can a filler be dissolved if needed?
Injectables are given by licensed providers where state law allows, and a careful provider welcomes questions.
A short list to bring
For an injectables consultation, bring:
- photo ID
- your medicine and supplement list
- names of any past injectables, and dates
- a note of any reactions or allergies
- your questions, written down
Some people also bring a photo from a few years ago if they want to describe something that has changed. Ask the office whether to arrive without makeup. Do not stop any prescribed medicine to prepare unless the person who prescribed it agrees.
Questions about injectables
Who can give injectables in Florida?
Who may inject is set by state rules, and they differ. Depending on the rules, injectors may include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners or registered nurses, sometimes under supervision. Injectables are always given by licensed providers where state law allows. Ask any provider what license they hold and who supervises them.
Will I be treated at the consultation?
Sometimes. Some providers can treat at the same visit if you both agree, and others prefer a separate appointment. Sending a request on this site does not book or commit you to anything. You can always take time to think after hearing the provider's view.
How do I know which product a provider is using?
Ask. A provider can tell you the product type, whether it is a wrinkle relaxer or a dermal filler, and why they suggest it. You can also ask for the product name and amount to be noted in your records, which helps if you see a different provider later.
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