Dermal Fillers for Anti-aging-Everything you need to know about it
Your face is the first thing people see, and Dermal Fillers are one of the most popular and effective cosmetic treatments available today, to reverse premature aging. It’s a fact that dermal fillers have revolutionized the way we approach anti-aging and facial rejuvenation. The number of people who choose dermal fillers to achieve a more youthful appearance without undergoing surgery are increasing day by day.
What are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable substances used to restore volume, smooth lines, and enhance facial contours. They are often composed of hyaluronic acid, collagen, or other biocompatible materials. These fillers are popular in cosmetic procedures to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and hollow areas in the face, providing a more youthful look.
As we age, our bodies produce less collagen, which is a crucial component of skin, muscles, bones, and connective tissues. This reduction in collagen results in skin laxity, thinning, and a loss of elasticity, leading to sagging skin.
Dermal fillers offer a solution to these age-related issues by adding volume to sagging skin, enhancing facial symmetry, plumping lips and cheeks, and smoothing out wrinkles and creases.
Dermal fillers areas of use:
Lip Augmentation: To enhance the shape and fullness of lips.
Cheek Enhancement:To add volume to the cheeks.
Nasolabial Folds:To fill in deep lines running from the nose to the mouth.
Under-Eye Hollows:To reduce the appearance of dark circles and hollows under the eyes.
Types of Dermal Fillers
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Fillers: Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance that keeps the skin hydrated and volumized. HA fillers can restore lost volume and hydration, with results lasting six months to a year.
Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) Fillers:Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) is a substance found in our bones and is used to treat deeper wrinkles, with effects lasting about a year.
Poly-L-lactic Acid Fillers:Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) stimulates collagen production and smooths deep facial wrinkles. PLLA fillers like Sculptra® can provide results lasting two years or more.
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) Fillers: PMMA fillers consist of collagen and small polymethylmethacrylate beads, adding volume and firmness under the skin.
Fat Injections (Autologous Fat Grafting): Fat from another part of your body is purified and injected into the face.
Procedure Details
During your consultation, a beauty therapist will assess your facial structure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and recommend the most suitable type of filler for you. They will also mark the areas for injection and explain the potential side effects and expected recovery time.
The procedure itself involves cleansing the skin and possibly applying a numbing cream to minimize discomfort. The filler is then carefully injected using a fine needle, a process that typically takes between 10 minutes to an hour.
After the procedure, the treated area will be cleansed again, and you may be given an ice pack to alleviate any pain and swelling. While side effects like bruising and discomfort are generally mild and tend to subside within a few days, results can be seen immediately, but individual experiences vary.
Benefits and Potential Risks
Dermal fillers offer instant cosmetic enhancement with minimal recovery time and are generally more affordable than surgical alternatives. The procedure is quick, with minimal downtime, allowing patients to return to their daily activities shortly after treatment. The dermal filler effects can last from a few months to over two years, depending on the type of filler used. Dermal fillers provide immediate results, adding volume and smoothing out wrinkles for a more youthful look.
Our experienced team at DNCC led by Dr. Nishita K Sheth, a celebrity skin expert, are committed to providing safe and effective dermal filler treatments that enhance your natural beauty. If you’re ready to experience younger looks? Contact us today to schedule your consultation!