Part of the natural aging process is loss of facial volume, making fine lines and wrinkles more apparent. Not everyone jumps right to cosmetic surgery to restore a youthful look, which is where dermal fillers are helpful.
Dermal fillers are injected under the skin to restore volume and eliminate certain signs of aging. Anthony Dardano, DO, PA, provides dermal fillers and other injectables at his Boca Raton, Florida, plastic and reconstructive surgery practice.
Dr. Dardano provides various fillers to help his patients look younger and feel fabulous at any age.
Dermal fillers are one of the many cosmetic treatments we provide to restore a youthful appearance to your face and lips. They are similar to gel in consistency and fill areas of the face that lack volume. Other uses of fillers include:
We utilize several different types of fillers depending on your goals and facial issues. The best part about fillers is that the results are almost immediate, and there's very little downtime.
Every filler is different, and they last for various periods. Depending on how they metabolize the substances, each person may get more or less time from certain fillers. The various types of fillers and how long they last include:
Hyaluronic acid fillers mimic a natural substance in the skin. These soft fillers typically last six to twelve months. After this period, the body naturally absorbs the HA particles.
Examples of HA fillers include Juvéderm and Restylane products.
This filler is a biodegradable substance that dissipates a few days after treatment. However, it works by stimulating collagen production, and the results usually last up to two years or more. Sculptra products are FDA-approved fillers that contain poly-L-lactic acid.
Calcium hydroxylapatite is another natural substance found in bones. It's a thicker filler than HA and usually lasts longer, over a year. It also helps stimulate collagen production for long-lasting results.
Polymethylmethacrylate and autologous fat injections are other fillers that we utilize for long-term results. Autologous fat injections use your fat cells to plump the skin, and the results can last for years.
PMMA fillers are synthetic and come in tiny beads that remain under the skin indefinitely for continued support.
Fillers can only last so long, but you can stretch them a little longer by following specific guidelines after injection. The following precautions ensure the fillers avoid damage and help them last as long as possible:
Other lifestyle tips and tricks also help fillers last longer. We suggest following these lifestyle tips to enhance filler effects:
It's also essential to have a healthy skin care regimen that involves moisturizing daily. Cleansing your skin daily and avoiding harsh products also maintains a healthy glow and allows fillers to last as long as possible.
Call our office in Boca Raton today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dardano to discuss fillers and injectables, or you may send our team a message on the website.
