How to Prevent Dermal Filler Migration

Dermal fillers are a cosmetic treatment that utilizes gel-like products injected under the skin to restore fullness to the cheeks, lips, and smile lines. Most of them last for over a year and offer a nonsurgical option for facial volume loss.

However, if you're not careful, fillers can migrate to different areas of the face, causing an uneven texture, lumps, or imperfections around the injection site.

If you're looking for a skilled dermal filler provider, Dr. Anthony N. Dardano is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He offers fillers and injectables, along with other cosmetic procedures, to help you feel and look your best.

Causes of dermal filler migration

Dermal fillers are gel-like materials that we inject under the skin to achieve a fuller, youthful appearance. Various types of fillers are on the market. Still, we primarily use hyaluronic acid fillers, which mimic the HA your body produces.

Although we are cautious, fillers can migrate for several reasons. When they migrate, it creates an uneven appearance. Common causes of filler migration include:

Improper injection technique
Too much filler in one area
Frequent touch-ups
The wrong filler for a specific area
Pressure on the injection area
Normal facial movements

Your specific anatomy also dictates how the filler reacts in the body. Over time, your body may react and cause the filler to move. However, this is less common than applying pressure to the filler too soon or overfilling a specific area.

Tips to prevent filler migration

Preventing filler migration is crucial in keeping an even and showstopping appearance. The first step in keeping your filler in place is to choose an experienced and qualified injector, such as Dr. Dardano. He has years of experience injecting fillers and takes every precaution possible to keep them in place.

We offer other tips and tricks to keep your filler in the injected area, and they include:

Follow aftercare instructions

It's essential to follow our aftercare instructions to prevent the filler from migrating. Avoid massaging or applying pressure to the injection area, as well as excessive facial movements. It's also crucial to avoid saunas or hot yoga for a few days.

Start with a conservative approach

Too much filler in one area can lead to it migrating and an undesirable outcome. Come in with a conservative approach in mind. You can always add more later once the initial filler settles to avoid excess from moving out of the desired area.

Communicate your goals clearly

Come in with a plan and goals for how you want to look. We take our time with your consultation to ensure we know what you want and your anatomy to ensure the filler gives you the desired look without moving out of the injection site.

Choose an FDA-approved filler

FDA-approved dermal fillers are the only ones that should be used on your skin. These fillers are safe for use and have predictable results.

Be patient after treatment

It's essential to be patient after filler treatment before attempting to add more filler. The results may take a few days to a week to become apparent as the filler settles in. Adding too much filler in a short period may cause it to migrate out of the treatment area.

Contact our office in Boca Raton today to discuss nonsurgical cosmetic treatments with Dr. Dardano or send a message to our team through the website.