What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are a cosmetic treatment performed to enhance facial structures and restore the natural beauty of your face. Dermal filler treatments use a liquid substance to combat the appearance of wrinkles and facial creases and deliver a youthful appearance. Often, the dermal filler procedure is also known as a liquid facelift. Dermal filler injections are used to reduce the signs of aging by smoothing the lines, folds, and hollow areas of the skin. Furthermore, cosmetic fillers are also an excellent option for individuals looking to contour the face to enhance certain facial structures, combat age-related volume loss, and restore a youthful, voluminous appearance.
The most common facial filler treatment is based on hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a natural part of our biological dermal component and decreases as skin ages resulting in facial wrinkles and volume loss. Due to its properties, a hyaluronic acid-based filler can boost the production of collagen and restore facial volume. HA fillers are divided into a wide range of subclasses based on their pharmaceutical and molecular properties. Each type of facial filler is used for a specific area of the facial skin to optimize its consistency and efficacy.
Where Are Dermal Fillers Commonly Applied?
Dermal fillers can be applied to various areas of the face to restore volume, smooth out deep lines and wrinkles, and enhance facial features. The most common areas for dermal filler application include:
- Lips: Lip fillers can be used to combat lip lines, add volume to the lips, and improve their shape and definition.
- Cheeks: Dermal fillers can restore volume to the cheeks and enhance their contours for a more youthful appearance.
- Nasolabial folds: These are the lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth. This type of injectable treatment can be used to smooth them out and improve their appearance.
- Marionette lines: These are the lines that run from the corners of the mouth down to the chin. Dermal fillers are a popular option for individuals looking to fill them in and reduce their appearance.
- Tear troughs: These are the hollow areas under the eyes. This type of anti-aging treatment can be used to add volume and reduce the appearance of dark circles and under-eye bags.
- Jawline: Dermal fillers can be used to enhance the definition of the jawline and improve the overall appearance of the lower face.
The specific areas treated with injectable fillers will depend on the individual’s concerns and desired outcome. It is important to discuss your aesthetic goals and expectations with our skin care experts during your initial consultation to determine the best treatment plan for you.
Where are Dermal Fillers
commonly applied?
Nasolabial Folds
Cheek
Chin
Lip Augmentation
Frequently Asked Questions
The pain level experienced during a dermal filler treatment can vary depending on the individual’s pain tolerance and the specific area being treated. However, our dermal filler treatments involve the use of a local anesthetic or a numbing agent to help minimize discomfort during the procedure. Furthermore, our cosmetic injections include anesthetic properties, so the intensity of pain will decrease as more products are injected into the area of treatment. Patients may feel some pressure or discomfort during the injection process, but this is usually mild and tolerable.
The length of a dermal filler procedure can vary depending on the area being treated and the amount of filler being injected. In general, most dermal filler procedures take between 15 minutes to an hour to complete. Before the procedure, our skin care specialist will clean and prepare the treatment area. They will also apply numbing cream or local anesthesia to minimize any discomfort during the injection process. Once the area is numb, our skincare expert will inject the dermal filler into the targeted area using a fine needle. They will carefully monitor the injection site to ensure the filler is being placed in the right location and in the right amount. After the injection, they will gently massage the area to distribute the filler evenly and achieve the desired result. Once the procedure is complete, patients can usually return to their normal activities immediately.
While dermal fillers do come with some potential side effects, it is important to remember that this is a non-surgical procedure and common side effects are generally rare and mild. In fact, the vast majority of patients who receive dermal fillers experience little to no side effects at all and are thrilled with the results of their treatments. Our cosmetic injectables can be performed quickly and easily in our office, using a topical anesthetic, with little to no downtime. Patients can return to their daily activities immediately following the cosmetic procedure, with only minimal swelling or bruising that usually subsides within a few days. Overall, the benefits of dermal fillers far outweigh the potential risks.
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are not permanent. Our body tissue absorbs the solution over time, so the enhanced area will subside gradually and eventually return to its original state of appearance. The duration of the results of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers can vary depending on several factors, including the type of filler used, the area treated, and the individual’s metabolism. Generally, the effects of dermal fillers can last anywhere from six months to two years, with some fillers lasting even longer. To maintain the results of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers, clients may need to undergo periodic touch-up treatments. This can help to ensure that the results remain natural-looking and long-lasting. In extreme cases, HA can be dissolved by using hyaluronidase.
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