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What is a Filler?
Dermal fillers are a type of cosmetic treatment that can enhance your natural beauty. These injectable substances offer a non-surgical solution to address various facial concerns and help you achieve a more youthful appearance.
Fillers, also known as facial injectables, are gel-like substances that are injected beneath the skin to provide non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Fillers are comprised of substances such as hyaluronic acid or polylactic acid and are used to restore volume, smooth out wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. The differing types of fillers in their varying weights and densities can be used for different purposes and on different areas of the face.
Note: While it is also administered to the face by injection, BOTOX® Cosmetic is not a filler because it operates in a completely different way and is not used to volumize the skin.
How Do Dermal Fillers Work?
Dermal fillers essentially “fill in” the skin – they can replenish lost volume, fill out thin lips, plump up sagging skin, smooth out pitted scars, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Most provide instant improvement to the skin’s appearance. Some fillers can also stimulate collagen production to further improve the skin’s texture and elasticity over time. When administered by a skilled plastic surgeon, fillers provide natural-looking fullness and smoothness in the treated areas.
Do Fillers Make You Look Younger?
Dermal fillers provide cosmetic enhancement that can rejuvenate the face and create a more youthful appearance. They do this by:
- Restoring or adding volume to thin, hollow areas such as the cheeks, temples, or under the eyes
- Improving the look of shallow contours such as poorly defined jawline, chin, or cheekbones
- Softening creases or wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and vertical lip lines
- Plumping up the lips/improving lip shape and definition
- Improving the appearance of pitted scars
What is It Like to Get Fillers?
Getting dermal filler injections is a relatively easy process. Here’s what you can expect:
- Consultation: Dr. Mouchantat will discuss your concerns with you and recommend the optimal treatment to help you achieve your desired results.
- Treatment: Upon assessment of your facial contours, Dr. Mouchantat will mark your skin to ensure symmetrical results. The injection sites will be cleaned and a topical aesthetic may be offered to ensure your comfort. The injections will be carefully and strategically placed, and the entire treatment will take just a few minutes to complete.
- Afterward: Your results will be instant, and you can expect minimal to no downtime. Your face may initially appear fuller than expected, but this should resolve itself within a few hours to a few days. If you feel any discomfort or swelling, this can be eased with an ice pack. You can resume most activities and even apply makeup immediately, but take care not to apply pressure to the treated area shortly after treatment so that the filler remains undisturbed.
Please note that dermal filler results are temporary. Additional injections can be administered over time to maintain your results; how often you receive treatment will depend on your preferences and how quickly your body absorbs the fillers.
Dermal fillers offer a safe and effective way to enhance your natural beauty without the need for surgery. Whether you want to smooth out wrinkles, boost facial volume, or contour your facial features, dermal fillers can help you achieve your desired aesthetic goals.
Denver-based plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Mouchantat offers a variety of dermal fillers at his plastic surgery practice. To book your appointment, call (303) 232-8585 or contact us online today.
