As we age, our skin loses fullness and sagging, wrinkling and hollowing occur. Injectable fillers — often made from hyaluronic acid gel, collagen and other natural substances — are injected directly into the skin to restore fullness and smooth wrinkles and fine lines. Many of these treatments are FDA-approved and considered safe with little to no side effects.
Hyaluronic Acid (Restylane®, Juvederm®, Perlane®)
A naturally occurring protein found in human skin, hyaluronic acid has replaced collagen as the state of the art in soft tissue fillers. There is no risk of allergic reaction, and results last longer than collagen — as some of the product is absorbed, the remainder retains its volume by binding water, giving long-lasting and nearly constant results.
Radiesse®
A dermal filler made of synthetic calcium hydroxylapatite. No allergic reactions have been associated with it. Most patients return to normal activities the next day, and results can last up to three years.
Common Uses
Facial folds and wrinkles — dermal fillers complement BOTOX® Cosmetic injections by correcting a different type of wrinkle.
