Injectable fillers are substances which may be injected into facial areas in order to improve the appearance of lines, wrinkles, creases and sunken facial areas. They can restore a smoother, more youthful appearance to the skin. Some injectables may also be used to add fullness to the lips. There are many different injectable fillers available including collagen, fat, hyaluronic acid products (Restylane, Hylaform), Sculptra, and Radiesse.
Candidates for injectable filler procedures should be physically healthy and realistic in their expectations. Patients should be aware that most injectable fillers can improve or reduce the appearance of wrinkles and creases rather than eliminate them altogether. The specific injectable filler that is right for you will depend upon several factors and is best determined with the help of a qualified plastic surgeon.
Injectable fillers are often administered in a surgeon’s office and usually take no more than forty-five minutes to complete. Some injectables will require multiple treatments spaced several weeks apart. A local or topical anesthetic or numbing agent may be administered before the filler is injected with a small needle beneath the skin of the treatment area.
Side effects tend to be minimal with most injectable fillers. Bruising, swelling and redness may occur but typically fade within one to two days. Normal activities, including work, can usually be resumed right away. Results are temporary for most injectable fillers and will require periodic repeat treatment in order to maintain the effect. |
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