THE COMPARISON DESK
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Compare categories and consultation questions. This table does not choose a treatment for you.
| What to compare |  AI-created illustration |  AI-created illustration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | HA fillers are injected materials. Brands include different formulations for particular uses. The product name, intended area and amount should be recorded in the quotation and clinical record. | Botulinum toxin changes activity in selected muscles. “Botox” is often used conversationally, but the exact medicine and its authorised uses must be identified. It is not a material used to add volume. |
| Delivery | Injection; specific product and area. | Injection of a medicine. |
| What to discuss | A filler may be discussed for volume or a specific contour concern. It is different from botulinum toxin and from an energy-based treatment. | Ask whether muscle activity is relevant to your concern. Product, area and individual assessment matter more than a generic package name. |
| Risks | Swelling, bruising and lumps may occur. Accidental injection into a blood vessel can cause tissue injury, blindness or stroke. Discuss emergency arrangements. | Bruising and unwanted weakness can occur. Discuss asymmetry, eyelid effects and the exact product’s precautions. Seek urgent care for breathing or swallowing difficulty. |
| Recovery planning | Ask about follow-up, expected swelling and how urgent problems would be managed during and after travel. | Ask when the clinician will assess the result and how to contact them after leaving Korea. |
| Ask your clinician | Which exact product is planned, and what is your emergency pathway? | What is the exact medicine, and who will perform the procedure? |
| Original source | FDA: filler risks and product categories ↗ | AAD: procedure and safety information ↗ |
Microfocused ultrasound / Non-invasive radiofrequency ↗Hyaluronic acid fillers / Botulinum toxin ↗Microneedling / RF microneedling ↗Picosecond laser / Chemical peels ↗
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