Fillers

What are fillers?

Also known as soft-tissue fillers, dermal fillers, soft-tissue augmentation. As we age, our skin loses its youthful fullness. Fillers help to restore lost fullness to the face, lips, and hands. Botox and dermal fillers are cosmetic treatments given through injections, usually in a doctor’s office. They are minimally invasive, meaning they do not involve surgery. Fillers are popular for several reasons. Patients like that they can return to everyday activities immediately after getting most fillers. They like the immediate results that many types of fillers deliver. Patients also like that they can get this treatment during an office visit. Some fillers require a few office visits.

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Uses: With several fillers now available, dermatologists can diminish signs of aging that appear on the face, lips, and hands. Fillers can effectively:

  • Restore fullness to cheeks, hollow areas under the eyes, and deep creases.
  • Diminish scars.
  • Erase fine lines.
  • Plump lips.
  • Lift the brow or a down-turned mouth.
  • Rejuvenate hands.

Substances used in dermal fillers include: –

  • Calcium hydroxyl apatite, which is a mineral-like compound found in bones.
  • Hyaluronic acid, which is found in some fluids and tissues in the body that add plumpness to the skin.
  • Polyalkylimide, a transparent gel that is compatible with the body.
  • Polylactic acid, which stimulates the skin to make more collagen.
  • Polymethyl-methacrylate microspheres (PMMA), a semi-permanent filler

Each one of these is designed to treat different signs of aging or other cosmetic issues. The time they take to work, as well as how long they last, also vary. Some fillers last 6 months, while others last up to 2 years or longer. People should discuss their individual needs and expectations with their doctor to determine what filler would be the best choice for them.

What can dermal fillers correct?

Different types of dermal fillers are designed to treat varying signs of aging. Depending on the filler selected, they may:

  • plump up thinning lips.
  • enhance or fill in shallow areas on the face.
  • decrease or remove the shadow or wrinkle under the eyes caused by the lower eyelid.
  • fill in or soften the look of recessed scars.
  • fill in or soften static wrinkles, especially on the lower face.

Static wrinkles include those around the mouth and along the cheeks. These wrinkles are usually a result of a loss of collagen and elasticity in the skin.

Dermal filler risks and considerations-

Dermal fillers are considered to be safe, but side effects can occur. A licensed healthcare professional should perform all dermal filler procedures using only FDA-approved fillers injected with a syringe. The most common problems include:

  • skin rash, itching, or pimple-like eruptions.
  • redness, bruising, bleeding, or swelling.
  • undesirable appearance, such as asymmetry, lumps, or overcorrection of wrinkles
  • skin damage that causes a wound, infection, or scarring
  • ability to feel the filler substance under the skin.
  • blindness or other vision problems
  • death of skin cells due to loss of blood flow to the area

The cost of dermal filler treatments varies and depends on the provider performing it, the area being treated, and the type of filler selected.  These costs may be more or less, depending on how much filler is used. Using less than a full syringe of filler may be cheaper than using a full syringe or more than one. The provider may also charge additional fees for their professional services, office visit, or other costs.

Difference between Botox and Dermal Fillers-

  • Botox: This freezes muscles to stop creases and wrinkles caused by facial expressions. These are typically found in the upper face, such as the forehead and around the eyes.
  • Dermal fillers: These use hyaluronic acid and similar substances to “fill in” or plump areas that have lost volume and smoothness. This includes wrinkles around the mouth, thin lips, and cheeks that have lost fullness. They may also be used on forehead wrinkles, scars, and other areas that need extra volume for a smoother look.
  • Botox results last 3 to 4 months. Dermal filler results vary, depending on which filler is used.

Because Botox and fillers are different substances designed for different uses, they can sometimes be combined in one treatment. For instance, someone may use Botox to correct lines between the eyes and a filler to correct smile lines around the mouth.

If you are looking to get any of the cosmetic treatment done, please contact Dr.Mehjabin Parkar of Gentle Primary Care clinic situated at 6909 Brisbane Court, ste 300 Sugarland, TX 77479.