North America has become a major market for dermal fillers. To correct, rejuvenate, and restore your appearance, these procedures address volume loss in the face, fine lines, and wrinkles on the body. It may be especially helpful for people who have acne scarring or sunken cheeks to use dermal fillers to reduce their appearance of scarring. Many people misunderstand the concept of dermal fillers when it comes to treating other areas with dermal fillers like tear troughs, marionette lines, and nasolabial folds. The following list of facts and myths about filler treatments will blow your mind.
Fillers
are Permanent
No, Fillers aren't permanent but they do
last several months depending on the product used, where it is placed and what
type of product was administered. The longevity of all dermal fillers treatment varies
according to the goal achieved by several aesthetic factors, i.e. overall
health, lifestyle habits, age and metabolism among others.
It
will make you look unnatural
That’s not true. Most of us have seen
someone who appears to have had work done on their face. Although each
patient's facial anatomy is unique, inexperience and inadequate training will
often result in unnatural-looking cosmetic procedures. Injectable dermal
fillers should be handled by specialists with extensive experience and skills.
As long as the procedure is done properly, the results will appear natural for
many months to come. If you look refreshed, friends and family are likely to
notice it, but they may not understand why. Dermal fillers require a great deal
of experience to get the look you want.
Treatments
are Painful
There may be some discomfort during
treatment that can be easily managed with oral medication or topical numbing
creams but most injectable treatments are performed in a pain-free manner using
local anesthetic products to minimize any discomfort.
Results
are Immediate
You'll notice results immediately after
your injection procedure yet these cosmetic enhancements will keep improving
over the coming weeks as the body slowly absorbs the product's ingredients
giving you an even more attractive appearance once all swelling has completely
reduced.
People
with Fair Skin Should Avoid Fillers
If you have fair skin, it is recommended to
check with a board certified dermatologist before undergoing any dermal filler
treatment because most products contain small amounts of peroxide or carbamide
oxide which could make your skin appear lighter in color.
Dermal
Fillers Cause Acne
Most dermal fillers can actually benefit
people who suffer from acne scarring and sunken cheeks but only if the product
used has been specifically formulated for these areas. Injectable that are not
properly formulated for acne scars will indicate on their label that they do
not treat this condition and should be carefully considered before using them
anywhere else on the face. A good medical aesthetician will know the right
product to use and how it should be injected for best results.
Some
Areas Cannot be treated
There is a limitation to the use of
injectable fillers in areas such as the face, neck, décolletage, and hands, but
aesthetically useful injections cannot be performed in the underarms, feet, or
genital region. Before undergoing any dermal filler injection or permanent injectable procedure, we recommend that you check with an expert like CLEO Clinic to discuss these concerns or look into alternatives such as lasers and peels.
