What Are Dermal Fillers?
As we age, structures in the face mature as well. Volume loss is the major culprit in these changes. The fat in our face, the muscles, even the bones lose volume as time marches on. The tissues of the face also lose elasticity. This can result in sagging, wrinkling, and contour changes. Contrary to popular belief, gravity is not thought to be a major contributor to this process. However, it can make the appearance of these changes worse. Lifestyle choices like smoking and weight loss can contribute to this process as well. Thankfully, dermal fillers are one of the tools we can use to counteract the effects of this process. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Schuering at Spyglass Dermatology in Stuart or Tequesta, FL, to discuss which dermal fillers may be right for you.
What Are the Benefits of Dermal Fillers?
For Stuart and Tequesta, FL individuals, dermal fillers may work for a number of worries and offer a variety of benefits, including:
- Addressing regions affected by loose skin or fine lines
- Increasing your self-image and overall look
- Providing facial fullness to attain your ideal face shape
- Rejuvenating and adding volume to regions that have become hollow or sunken
Am I an Ideal candidate for Dermal Fillers?
Our selection of dermal fillers can work wonders for patients of virtually any age or skin type. We usually recommend this treatment for patients with:
- Sagging skin, especially around the cheeks and jowls
- Hollowing around the eyes
- Thinning of the lips & wrinkles around the mouth (rhytides)
- More prominent nasolabial folds, jowls & marionette lines
- An increased presence of wrinkles overall
How Do Dermal Fillers Work?
Dermal fillers are a soft, gel-like substance that can be injected underneath the skin to provide rejuvenation by addressing that volume loss and structural changes that have occurred. The active ingredients may vary depending on the product line. However, the mechanism is the same: to provide and replenish volume loss to target areas. Dermal fillers can be directed to specific areas of need to address volume loss, such as in the cheeks, tear troughs, lips, around the mouth, and more.
What to Expect from Dermal Fillers
This procedure can be completed in our Stuart or Tequesta, FL practice quickly and with very few risks. Due to the use of an anesthetic, the process is usually pretty tolerable and requires little to no downtime afterward. There may be some bruising and swelling immediately after, but these symptoms should fade quickly. Results can last from three months to a year, depending on the product and the placement of injection. Touch-ups may be needed to maintain results.
Dermal Filler FAQ
What are dermal fillers made of?
One of the most common active ingredients in dermal fillers is hyaluronic acid (HA), which is a naturally occurring substance found in the skin that plays an important role in maintaining hydration and volume. Other active ingredients include calcium hydroxyapatite and Poly-L-lactic acid. Each type of filler has its own advantages depending on the target tissue and the desired timeline.
How long do the results of dermal fillers last?
The duration of these fillers depends on their composition and the metabolism of the individual. Hyaluronic acid-based fillers are gradually absorbed over time. They typically last for about 6 – 12 months. Calcium hydroxylapatite-based fillers have an extended longevity of 12 – 18 months. Poly-L-lactic acid fillers take 4 – 6 weeks for collagen production, with effects that can last 2 – 5 years.
What are the benefits of dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers offer a wide number of benefits for patients with various needs. We commonly use them to restore volume loss, enhance shallow contours, smooth skin texture, soften facial creases, decrease the appearance of wrinkles, and provide a more youthful appearance.
