Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to restore lost volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial features. They work by plumping up specific areas of your face, like smile lines, laugh lines, or under-eye hollows. Different types of fillers are made from various materials, such as hyaluronic acid (a natural substance found in your body) or calcium hydroxylapatite. Hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary and typically last 6-18 months, while calcium hydroxylapatite fillers can last up to two years.

Dermal fillers offer a variety of benefits, including:

• Reduced wrinkles and fine lines: Fillers can effectively smooth out wrinkles and lines around the mouth, nose, and eyes, creating a more youthful appearance.
• Enhanced facial features: Fillers can be used to plump up lips, define cheekbones, or add volume to sagging areas of the face, for a more balanced and sculpted look.
• Improved skin texture: Some fillers can also improve skin texture by stimulating collagen production.
• Non-surgical and minimally invasive: Compared to surgery, dermal fillers offer a non-surgical and minimally invasive way to achieve facial rejuvenation.

Dermal fillers are a safe and effective option for many people, but they’re not suitable for everyone. During a consultation, a qualified healthcare professional will discuss your goals, medical history, and assess your skin type to determine if dermal fillers are right for you. People with certain medical conditions or allergies might not be good candidates.

Dermal filler injections are typically performed in a dermatologist’s or licensed aesthetician’s office. The doctor will numb the treatment area with a topical anesthetic cream or injection. The filler is then strategically injected into targeted areas using a fine needle. The procedure itself is usually quick, taking 30-60 minutes. You might experience some temporary side effects like mild swelling, redness, or bruising at the injection site. These typically subside within a few days.