Anti-Wrinkle Injections vs Dermal Fillers — What's the Difference?

​Anti-Wrinkle Injections vs Dermal Fillers — What's the Difference?
Published by Grey Door Therapy Clinic, Hove

If you're considering aesthetic treatments for the first time, the range of options can feel confusing. Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers are two of the most popular non-surgical treatments available — but they do very different things. Here's everything you need to know before booking a consultation.
What Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Anti-wrinkle injections — commonly known by the brand name Botox — use a purified protein to temporarily relax the muscles that cause expression lines. When these muscles are relaxed, the overlying skin smooths out, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
They're most commonly used to treat:

• Forehead lines
• Frown lines between the brows
• Crow's feet around the eyes
• Bunny lines on the nose
• Lip lines and gummy smile
• Jaw slimming (masseter treatment)
• Neck lifting (Nefertiti lift)

Results typically last 3–4 months, after which the muscle activity gradually returns and treatment can be repeated.
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels — most commonly made from hyaluronic acid — that add volume, structure and definition to areas of the face. Unlike anti-wrinkle injections, they don't relax muscles. Instead they physically restore lost volume or enhance existing features.
They're most commonly used for:

• Lip enhancement and definition
• Cheek and facial contouring
• Jawline definition
• Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
• Under-eye hollows
• Hand rejuvenation

Results from dermal fillers typically last 6–18 months depending on the product used and the area treated.
What's the Key Difference?
The simplest way to think about it:

• Anti-wrinkle injections treat dynamic wrinkles — lines caused by muscle movement and expression
• Dermal fillers treat static concerns — lost volume, definition and structural changes

Many clients benefit from both, used together as part of a treatment plan tailored to their specific concerns.
Which One is Right for Me?
The answer depends on your individual concerns, facial anatomy and goals. At Grey Door Therapy Clinic in Hove, every client begins with a free, no-pressure consultation. Our practitioners will assess your face, listen to what you'd like to achieve, and recommend the most appropriate treatment — or combination of treatments — for natural, balanced results.
We never oversell. If a treatment isn't right for you, we'll tell you.
Are They Safe?
Both treatments are safe when carried out by qualified, experienced practitioners. At Grey Door we take safety seriously:

• All aesthetic treatments are preceded by a full medical consultation
• Our practitioners are trained to the highest standards
• We have an in-house prescriber for regulated treatments
• We use only premium, clinically approved products

Since 2023, new UK regulations require that anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers can only be administered following a prescription from a registered healthcare professional. At Grey Door, we are fully compliant with these regulations.
How Much Do They Cost?
At Grey Door Therapy Clinic in Hove:

• Anti-wrinkle injections from £200 (one area)
• Lip fillers — price on consultation
• Dermal fillers — price on request
• Free consultation before any treatment

Book Your Free Consultation in Hove
If you're considering anti-wrinkle injections or dermal fillers in Brighton or Hove, we'd love to hear from you. Book a free, no-pressure consultation with one of our experienced aesthetic practitioners today.
📍 Grey Door Therapy Clinic, First Floor, 36 Blatchington Road, Hove BN3 3YN 📞 07950 973069 🌐 greydoortherapy.co.uk