Your complete guide to dermal filler treatments, products, and what to expect.
Dermal fillers are injectable gel-like substances used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. Unlike Botox, which relaxes muscles, fillers physically fill in areas of volume loss or add volume where desired.
The most common fillers are made with hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the skin. Other types include calcium hydroxylapatite, poly-L-lactic acid, and polymethylmethacrylate.
Brands: Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero
The most popular type. Reversible, natural-looking results lasting 6-18 months.
Brand: Radiesse
A thicker filler ideal for deeper lines and volume restoration. Lasts 12-18 months.
Brand: Sculptra
A biostimulator that gradually builds collagen. Results develop over weeks and last up to 2 years.
Brands: Dysport, Xeomin
While not fillers, these complement filler treatments for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Your provider will assess your facial anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the right products and treatment plan.
The area is cleansed and may be numbed with topical anesthesia. Injections take 15-45 minutes depending on the treatment areas.
Mild swelling and bruising are common and typically resolve within 1-2 weeks. Most patients return to normal activities immediately.
Results vary by product: HA fillers last 6-18 months, Radiesse 12-18 months, and Sculptra up to 2 years.
FDA-approved fillers have an excellent safety profile when administered by trained, qualified providers. HA fillers are reversible with hyaluronidase.
Yes, combining fillers and Botox is a very common approach called a "liquid facelift" that addresses both dynamic wrinkles and volume loss.
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