As we get older, the natural aging process, the toll of gravity, and genetics can cause a noticeable loss of volume in specific areas of the face. The microscopic building blocks of youthful skin include collagen and hyaluronic acid, which decline with age.
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Dermal fillers help to diminish facial lines and restore natural-looking volume and fullness in the face. A range of dermal filler formulations allows for their use to solve an array of aesthetic concerns: smoothing and filling wrinkles, plumping the lips, restoring facial volume, and combating skin dehydration.
Many fillers are made with hyaluronic acid (HA), a substance that is found naturally in the skin. In fact, one of the key factors distinguishing youthful skin is its high moisture content, and HA is the main molecule responsible for retaining water in the skin. As HA declines with age, facial volume is lost.
Dermal fillers are injectable gels that are used to fill wrinkles to make them less visible, create volume in parts of the face, plump lips, and create natural contours where desired. Because the filler is being injected directly into the target area, results can be seen instantly. Natural results can be achieved with no effect on facial expressions.
Fillers have multiple potential applications. The most common are:
As part of your free consultation, Jill Canes, NP will listen to your concerns, understand what you perceive to be problem areas, and explore your expectations. After we discuss your goals, we can determine if dermal fillers are a potential solution. We work to create a treatment plan that fits your budget. Click here to find out about pricing.
When can I expect results?
How long do fillers last?
Do fillers have side effects?
What is the downtime?
Are fillers the same as BOTOX?
Some people may begin to notice results within 24-48 hours. The full effect may be realized within 1-2 weeks, with a visible smoothing of wrinkles in problem areas.
Results last from 2 months to 2 years, depending on the type of filler. However, specific outcomes can be “reversed” if needed by injecting a substance called hyaluronidase.
Overall, the side effects of injectables are relatively minor (one of the many reasons injectables have become so popular). Common filler-related side effects include bruising, swelling, redness, or tenderness around the injection sites, all of which will resolve after a few days to a week.
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No, fillers are not the same as BOTOX, but they frequently complement each other. Check out our blog on this very popular question! Dermal fillers, like BOTOX, are used to prevent or eliminate hallmarks of facial aging. The primary difference between the two is that BOTOX reduces the activity of muscles in the face that cause wrinkles, while facial fillers fill the trouble areas and also help to stimulate collagen growth, plumping, and lifting age-depleted contours.
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