Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are injectable cosmetic treatments that are designed to enhance the appearance of the skin by smoothing out fine lines and adding more volume to one’s facial features. The term, “dermal filler’ encompasses a wide range of products that are composed of a synthetic version of hyaluronic acid (HA). This is a naturally occurring chemical in the body that gives the skin its ability to absorb moisture and maintain its plump, youthful look.

Unlike neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport, dermal fillers do not work to relax facial muscles. Instead, these fillers are used to create volume where it has been lost and fill in deep lines and creases that appear throughout the face. Dermal fillers can be used to address common problem areas such as the lips, sunken cheeks, smile lines and the jawline. Different fillers are used to address specific areas of the body.

Price will vary depending on area and brand used. Half syringes are available for purchase.

About Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are non-surgical injectable gels made from hyaluronic acid - the featured ingredient in many moisturizers, and a naturally occurring compound found in skin. Dermal fillers work to restore and plump up soft tissue volume, smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and / or give lips and cheeks a naturally fuller look.

What it is

During your complimentary consultation our nurse injector will evaluate your skin condition, facial structure and your concerns to select the best product for your needs. Filler will then be then injected into your desired treatment area and will add structure and volume to bring sunken skin back to the surface. Results are natural-looking and treatment is safe with little downtime.

How it Works

Depending on your selected treatment area, the procedure can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour. Mild swelling, bruising and soreness may occur. You will see your results immediately, and can expect them to last 6-24 months (depending on filler and area).

What to Expect

FAQs

  • -Please arrive with clean skin so that we can properly assess your skin and determine where to make injections

    -With permission from your prescribing physician- stop taking blood thinners/daily aspirin

    -Avoid NSAIDS (ie: ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil), and/or Aleve for 1 week prior - this will help minimize bruising

    -Avoid taking St. John’s Wort and Vitamin E for 1 week prior

    -Avoid Retin-A, Tretinoin and Retinoids for 3 days prior

    -Do not drink any alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior- this will help minimize bruising

    -Start Arnica tablets the day before treatment - this can be found at local drug store and can help minimize bruising

    -No dental appointments 2 weeks prior or 2 weeks following the injectable appointment

  • Dermal fillers contain lidocaine, a common anesthetic, which helps patients tolerate the minor pinching feeling associated with injections. Topical numbing agents can be utilized to lessen discomfort.

  • One of the things that makes dermal fillers so great is there's little downtime. Immediately after the treatment, there may be redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness and / or itching at or near the injection site. These symptoms are normal and should resolve within a few days. But for this reason we do not recommend scheduling your appointment right before a big event.

  • Results can be seen immediately after treatment and will get better over the course of 2-3 weeks as the filler integrates with your own tissue. Filler can last anywhere from 6-24 months depending on the filler used and the injection area.

  • We carry a wide range of dermal fillers including Juvederm, Restalyne, etc. Our injector will meet with you to discuss the best options to meet your goals.

  • -No makeup right after treatment

    -No lying down for 4 hours

    -Avoid touching your face for 24 hours post treatment except to apply aquaphor and arnica gel

    -No exercise/working out for 24 hours

    -Avoid extreme heat or cold for 24 hours

    -No facials for 2 weeks

    -For lip injections only: no straws, smoking, or heavy kissing for 2 weeks post treatment