So, what exactly are dermal fillers? There are a variety of fillers on the market including Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse and Collagen and it can be overwhelming to know what is right for you. Some of the fillers are hyaluronic acid based and some are not, but they all basically do the same thing: smooth folds, wrinkles, and expression lines, plump lips, enhance contours and soften creases. Dermal fillers are extremely popular because this is a non-invasive treatment you can get on your lunch break. Before fillers, the only option was surgery! Now, it is easy to take care of a little problem before it turns into a bigger one. Our skin loses collagen and hyaluronic acid over the years, and dermal fillers are able to add hyaluronic acid back in to the skin, and some can actually help to rebuild collagen over time. Dermal fillers are injected under the skin into areas of the face like nasolabial folds, marionette lines, furrows between the brows, and lips. Patients see immediate results that last six to twelve months.

Many first time users of dermal fillers have questions on the risks and safety of these treatments. You should make sure that you go to a trusted physician who will be administering the injectable treatment. Bruising and swelling can occur for some patients but is typically minimal. Hyaluronic acid based fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Perlane are made up of the naturally occurring substance in the human body that adds volume and hydration: hyaluronic acid. Because this is a natural substance, allergic reactions are rare. This gel looks very natural and maintains the elasticity of the skin. Other types of dermal fillers like collagen, silicone or body fat were primarily used before the hyaluronic acid based fillers came out. They are not used as often now due to possible allergic reactions from the collagen and silicone and the unpredictable nature of using body fat. However, for certain cases they may be recommended.

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