Because filler asks more of an injector than Botox does, and a physician’s training covers the anatomy and the complications. Comparing a dermatologist vs. med spa injectors in Washington, DC, Dr. Anju Pabby at DC Derm Docs adds a dermatology residency, board certification and a cosmetic surgery fellowship to 15 years of injecting.
Is Filler More Complicated Than Botox for a Med Spa Injector?
If you’ve only had Botox, you know it wears off in a few months. Hyaluronic acid filler, however, sits in the tissue for up to a year. In rare cases, filler can press on a blood vessel, and a physician trained in facial anatomy will recognize that and dissolve it right away.
What Training Does a Dermatologist Have That an Injector May Not?
Medical school, a three-year dermatology residency and board certification by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Pabby added a fellowship through the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and you can confirm any DC physician’s license through the DC Board of Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing Dr. Pabby Over a Med Spa
What Should I Compare Besides Price and Photos?
Ask who will inject you, what their training is, and what they’d do if something went wrong. Rest assured, Dr. Pabby answers all three at your first visit.
Can I Keep Getting Botox at My Med Spa?
Of course, and in the event you’d like Dr. Pabby to handle both, she’ll review what you’ve had.
Does Physician Training Change the Treatment Plan?
Yes. Dr. Pabby will typically look at your whole face before suggesting filler, and she may tell you Botox alone is enough this year.
How Long Does a Filler Visit Take?
About 30 minutes, with results you’ll see right away and a follow-up two weeks later.
See DC’s Most Trusted Dermatologists
If your Botox has gone well at a med spa, you may be wondering whether filler is a different decision. At your consultation, you and Dr. Pabby will look at your cheeks and lips in a mirror, and she’ll feel for the bone and fat pads beneath them before choosing a filler or a depth. Subsequently, she’ll typically place less than you’d expect and see you at two weeks.
You’ll leave your consultation with Anju Pabby, MD, knowing whether filler is right for you yet and who should place it. Call DC Derm Docs at (202) 664-8342 to book your appointment.
