Skin aging is a multifactorial process characterized by exogenous and endogenous factors that result in volume loss, rhytide formation, pigmentary alterations, and vascular changes. To achieve more global rejuvenation, a combination of cosmetic therapies can be utilized to target different components of aging skin. This article discusses pearls on using fillers for soft tissue augmentation as well as the benefits of their combined use with botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) and laser or light therapies as adjunctive cosmetic treatments.
Listen to Dr. Hu's audiocast on fillers and laser or light therapies used in combination for facial rejuvenation here.