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Injectable Dermal Fillers
As you age, it’s not just about lines and wrinkles. Your cheeks and other facial areas can lose volume and skin may begin to sag and create noticeable depressions. Juvederm Voluma© XC is the first and only FDA-approved injectable gel to instantly add volume to your cheek area to correct age-related volume loss in adults over the age of 21. It can provide contour and a subtle lift for up to two years with optimal treatment.
Juvederm® gel is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler indicated for the correction of moderate to severe lines along the sides of the nose and mouth (such as nasolabial folds or smile lines). The substance that helps keep your skin structure together and skin moisture intact is called hyaluronic acid. This is a naturally occurring substance in our bodies.
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What to expect for your Dermal Fillers
Anesthesia
None or local anesthesia
Length of Surgery
15 – 20 Minutes
In / Outpatient
Outpatient
- How do fillers work?
- How do I choose the right filler for me?
- How long do the results of fillers last?
- How often can I get filler injections?
Types of Dermal Fillers
Restylane and Perlane are other types of dermal fillers. They also contain hyaluronic acid to restore volume and smooth facial wrinkles. Radiesse® is a filler that consists of tiny microspheres of calcium hydroxylapatite suspended in a water-based gel. These microspheres are similar to minerals naturally found in the human body and stimulate collagen production. With time, the body absorbs these microspheres, leaving behind natural collagen. Dr. Sabbagh and Dr. Baca will determine which filler is right for you.
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Dermal Filler Results
Results may last a few months up to one year. Results vary.
Who is a Good Candidate for Dermal Fillers?
People with deeper wrinkles, thin lips, depressed acne scars, sagging skin, and marionette lines are great candidates for dermal filler procedures. Many HA fillers contain lidocaine, so if you have a history of allergic reactions, you may not be a good candidate. Our plastic surgery experts will review your medical history to ensure it’s safe to inject dermal fillers.
Dermal fillers are often combined with Botox and other treatments to more comprehensively address concerns like frown lines that don’t often respond to filler injections. For a more permanent option, Dr. Sabbagh and Dr. Baca may recommend facial fat grafting.