If you’ve made the decision to undergo dermal fillers, it’s important to properly plan for your treatment.
This means being well-informed about the process, risks, precautions, and expected outcomes.
Here are 10 things to know about dermal fillers before your appointment.
1. Many Popular Dermal Fillers Are Made of Hyaluronic Acid
Some of the most well-known filler options including Juvederm, Restylane, and Belotero are comprised of hyaluronic acid – a sugar molecule that naturally occurs in the body.
Hyaluronic acid is an excellent plumping and hydrating agent as it can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water.
It also provides smooth application and reliable results and drastically reduces the risk of an allergic reaction.
2. Not All Fillers Are Created Equal
Your choice of filler will depend on your individual needs and goals.
That’s because each filleris designed to treat different concerns and produce specific benefits.
3. Filler Results Are Temporary
Before undergoing injections, patients need to know that filler results are temporary.
Depending on the type of filler, area injected, patient metabolic rate, and injector technique, results can last from 6 – 18 months.
4. Your Choice of Injector is Critical
This is one of the most important things to know before a filler treatment.
So, be sure to select a qualified injector who has the training, experience, and skill to provide a safe treatment and natural-looking outcomes.
5. Less Is More
When done well, filler results should be undetectable and enhance the patient’s unique features.
Overly-augmented lips or filled cheeks not only look artificial, they can also add years to your appearance.
6. Dermal Fillers Are for Correction and Prevention
While some patients opt to undergo fillers for correction of lines, wrinkles, sagging cheeks, and facial hollows, they can also be used proactively to maintain volume and youthful facial contours.
7. Filler Results Can be Reversed
In the event that you are unhappy with your dermal filler results, they may be able to be reversed.
If a hyaluronic acid filler was used, an enzyme called hyaluronidase can fully or partially dissolve the product.
8. Stay Away from Suspicious Filler Deals
Dermal fillers are a medical procedure and should be performed by a certified provider.
The filler product should be FDA-approved, unopened, and purchased directly from the U.S. manufacturer.
With that being said, take care to avoid filler deals and prices that seem too good to be true.
9. Maintenance Injections are Required
In order to preserve filler results, you will need to undergo touch-up injections every 6-9 months. Your injector can provide you with a customized treatment plan that will outline how often you should return for follow-up.
10. Reasons to Postpone a Filler Treatment
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any type of infection, it’s best to postpone your filler treatment.
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If you are considering dermal fillers, please call our office today to schedule a comprehensive consultation with one of our highly skilled and talented providers.
