5 Essential Questions to Ask If You’re Considering Facial Fillers

A smooth, youthful-looking, and flawless skin is something that many people will go to great lengths to acquire. Some people have naturally smooth skin, but many others need some help to maintain a youthful look.

There are several ways to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Fillers are a popular option for people looking to improve the appearance of their skin. If you are considering facial fillers, there are some questions that you need to ask.

HOW ARE FACIAL FILLERS DIFFERENT FROM BOTOX^®?

Most people know about Botox^® and how it can help reduce wrinkles and fine lines. However, some assume that Botox^® is a filler. Botox^® is not a filler, but it relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles.

After the treatment, the injected muscles cannot tighten and contract. This causes wrinkles to relax and soften. On the other hand, fillers are injected underneath the skin to add volume or fill out the depressions. Fillers are used around the mouth, temples, lips, cheekbones, and chin. Fillers plump out the skin, creating a smooth appearance.

ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FILLERS?

If you are considering getting fillers, you need to know that there are different types available. Some of the popular dermal fillers include Galderma fillers such as Restylane® and Allergan fillers like JUVÉDERM®, VOLUMA®, and VOLLURE®.

There are also Merz fillers like Radiesse® and Belotero® and the Suneva filler Bellafill®. The different fillers are formulated to create a certain depth, density, and texture. This means that fillers will work better in particular areas.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING FILLER TREATMENT?

The facial filler procedure includes a pre-treatment consultation as well as a facial assessment. Apart from evaluating the skin, the doctor will review the patient’s medical history and ask about skin conditions. The doctor will examine the face to determine the areas to inject the filler.

They will then mark the injection sites and clean them with an antibacterial solution. The area is anesthetized using a special ointment or local anesthesia. The doctor will then inject the filler into each site in a process that takes a few seconds. After injecting the filler, the doctor will massage the skin.

HOW LONG DO FACIAL FILLERS LAST?

Effects from facial fillers are usually immediate, but it can take about two weeks to experience the results. The type of filler used and the area treated will determine how long the results last.

Results of facial fillers last from six to 18 months. Your metabolism, the amount of the filler used, and the location will determine how long the results last. Fillers will generally last longer on parts of the face that move least.

ARE FACIAL FILLERS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE?

Facial fillers are safe and very effective. Hyaluronic acid is the most popular facial filler product. The acid is a naturally occurring substance found in the body, and it produces natural-looking and safe results. The HA fillers also last longer than other products.

There are other questions that you need to ask before getting facial fillers. Find out about any complications and side effects and the follow-up treatments. You should also find out the qualifications of the doctor performing the procedure and the cost.

For more on facial fillers, visit Beverly Hills Aesthetics at our office in Los Angeles, California. You can call 424-284-8933 today to schedule an appointment.