Injectable Fillers Guide

As long as people want to maintain their youthful appearance, there will injectable fillers to do the job. Less invasive than surgical procedures, fillers have become a popular and simple way to eliminate wrinkles, plump lips and lift drooping skin. They are an effective and quick way to temporarily improve the appearance of aging skins. With fast results, injectable fillers are quickly growing in popularity and are a safe, and natural looking solution to aged skin.

What Can Injectable Fillers Do?

There are many different skin issues that can be resolved by the use of injectable fillers.

The Forehead: They work with various types of wrinkles, ranging from deep likes on the forehead or between the eyebrows.

The Eyes: Fine lines around the eyes such as crow’s feet are also temporarily eliminated with the help of dermal fillers. Hollows around eyes can be filled in with injectable fillers.

The Nose and Cheeks: Folds and lines surrounding the nose can have an improved appearance with the help of injectable fillers. Cheeks in need of plumping also benefit from the simple procedure.

The Mouth: Areas surrounding the mouth where lines have formed, often known as Marionette Lines can be improved with fillers. Lips can also be plumped and shaped with the help of injectable fillers.

The Chin and Jaw: Those with jowls or an irregular jaw line will benefit from an injectable filler that will help reshape the area for a more youthful appearance.

Hands: Hands become aged as veins and tendons become prominent, and injectable fillers smooth their appearance.

Are there different types of fillers and how do they work?

There are several different types of fillers, with the most commonly used being Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane and Emervel. Each line has various types of fillers, each best used for a particular desired result. Each of them are hyaluronic acid based gels, and work by absorbing water from tissues surrounding the injection site. They also help to improve collagen production, improving the appearance of skin. They are also malleable, which helps to accomplish natural and young looking skin.

How long do they last?

Fillers are a way to achieve an improved skin appearance quickly and easily, with near immediate results, that typically last from six to twelve months for most people. There are many different factors that affect how long they last, depending on location of injection, the characteristics of the particular filler used, and the individual receiving the injection.

What are some of the side effects of undergoing a filler treatment?

Typically side effects to injectable fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane and Emervel are minor and temporary. Minor bruising and swelling are the most common side effects, and usually dissipate within a few days.

How can I find out which fillers will be best for me?

If you’re considering having an injectable filler procedure, it is important to schedule a consultation with Dr. Pirani to best determine the best product to help you achieve your goals. Different fillers will help to give you your desired results. Everyone has different goals for the appearance they’d like to achieve.