What are dermal fillers?

What are dermal fillers?

Most people nowadays have heard of dermal fillers, however how many of you actually know what they do? Here, we answer all of your burning questions regarding dermal fillers.  

So, what are Dermal fillers? 

Dermal fillers are injected into the skin for facial cosmetic treatments. They're made to decrease the appearance of undesirable wrinkles, contour and add volume to the face, and revitalise the skin. Dermal fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring material in your body.

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring sugar molecule found in practically all living creatures. It binds water and can be used as a lubricant and shock absorber in joints and other moving elements of the body. It is also necessary for the transfer of nutrients and the regulation of skin's water balance.

Dermal filler injections are a simple and effective approach to minimise wrinkles, smooth the skin, and restore a youthful appearance. The effects of a single treatment are seen right away and can endure for up to 9 months. 

These injections are popular as they can produce a natural-looking outcome without altering facial expression – essentially allowing you to modify your appearance gently as your face changes throughout time.

Treatment areas

To put it simply, dermal fillers can be used to fill in wrinkles, create bigger lips, contour the face (like the cheekbones and chin), and rejuvenate the skin. With that being said, the most common treatment areas can be found below: 

• Lines from the nose to the mouth (the nasolabial folds)

• The area between the brows (the glabella lines)

• Lips (adding fullness and refining shape)

Who is the ideal candidate for Dermal Fillers?

While each case is totally unique, if you meet the following criteria, you may be an excellent candidate for dermal fillers if you:

• Are healthy

• Don’t smoke

• Maintain a good attitude and set realistic goals for yourself when it comes to improving your appearance

• Are dedicated to preserving healthy skin health

Recovery

The amount of time it takes for each patient to recover varies depending on the type of filler used. Most activities can be resumed right away, however it's best to avoid strenuous physical activity for the first 24-48 hours to avoid swelling and bruising. Before scheduling your injections, talk to your doctor about your individual recovery plan.

Following treatment with any dermal filler, you may see the following:

• Swelling or bruising

• Numbness and redness

• Palpable lumps or hard areas

• Hypersensitivity reaction

The majority of side effects can be relieved with topical ice and massage, and they will improve in a matter of hours or days. 

Results

Soft tissue augmentation using dermal fillers produces instant benefits that can last anywhere from a few months to many years, depending on the filler used and the patient injected. Maintaining good overall health and using the right products and treatments to keep your skin healthy and strong will help you get better results and last longer.

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