What Are Dermal Fillers?
As we grow and age, our faces naturally drop subcutaneous fat (the jiggly, visible fat underneath our skin). Because of this, the muscles in our face end up working closer to the surface, making the dreaded crows feet and smile lines more prominent as the years go by. Dermal Fillers are substances injected into the face that work to reduce these lines that can appear on our skin, and add volume and plumpness where it matters most. There are many different types of dermal fillers that are aimed at various parts of the face, what you need will be evaluated by a specialist.
How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?
How long your Dermal Fillers last depend on what type of product your doctor uses. For filler in the cheeks, foreheads and temples, a thicker product may be necessary to provide tissue support. This will require a deeper injection. For lines and wrinkles closer to the surface, a thinner product may be used to simply smooth the contours of your skin. Deeper injections can last as long as 12 months, sometimes even up to two years if the product is newer. Thinner products dissolve quicker as they are usually in areas that undergo more daily movement ,such as the lips, so will only last between 6-12 months.
Benefits Of Dermal Fillers
As Dermal Fillers are made up of hyaluronic acid, a molecule that regulates water balance in the skin, they revitalise and add volume to the skin. This can plump thin looking lips, fill out shallow contours of the face, soften wrinkles, improve scarring, and decrease the appearance of tired eyes. Face and lip fillers offer a more natural looking effect than products like Botox does, and although they are not permanent, they can be extremely long lasting. These fillers are also fast acting. They are quicker to provide results than most anti-aging creams that can take several months to show the tiniest changes. They are also much faster than invasive surgeries, you can even receive fillers in under an hour and return to work after lunch!
Side Effects Of Dermal Fillers
As with any similar treatment or medical procedure, there are of course some common risks that are associated with using Dermal Fillers. Some of these side effects are minimal and will usually be gone within a few days or weeks after your injection. The most common ones that come with face and lip fillers include: Redness, swelling, pain, sensitivity, tender skin, rashes, and itching. To help avoid these side effects, you should be tested for any allergies before your treatment, to ensure your injections are as safe as possible and do not cause any further problems.