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Why Dermal Fillers Might Be Right For You

Why Dermal Fillers Might Be Right For You

Women and men have discovered the potential of injectable dermal fillers to give them a youthful appearance. The breakdown of collagen in our skin causes the skin to lose elasticity and sag as we age. A gel-like substance is injected with fine needles to fill wrinkles and add volume to the face. Since hyaluronic acid and the other natural-occurring ingredients present in the gel are components of the human body, there is no need to worry about their safety and potential side effects. 

Why Many Consider Dermal Fillers

Injectable fillers are popular since many feel their outer appearance does not match their inner vitality. People have reasons for considering dermal fillers; they may be getting ready for a big event or want to make a good impression. Despite the likelihood of slight swelling for a few days following injections, fillers are a great “quick fix” that can help anyone impress their friends and family.

Patients under 50 seldom require a complete facelift. You can look years younger with help from a filler until the point that fillers can no longer lift the face; that’s when a surgical facelift is needed. 

Adults with hectic schedules cannot necessarily consider facelifts since it requires extensive recovery, which they don’t have time for. While the results of injectable filler cannot be compared to those of a facelift, the operation is very successful when performed by a qualified medical professional.

Of course, not everyone is cool with having their bodies opened up. Because of this, dermal fillers are quickly rising to the top of the aesthetics market.

So, What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are used for injectable cosmetic operations on the face. Made to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, they also help define facial features and add fullness to the skin. Dermal fillers are based on hyaluronic acid, which already occurs in your body.

Hyaluronic acid, a sugar molecule, is ubiquitous in the living world. Aside from preventing water from leaking out of joints and other moving body parts, it also acts as a lubricant and shock absorber. More than that, it regulates the skin’s moisture content and helps nutrients get to the cells that need them.

By stimulating the body to produce more hyaluronic acid, dermal fillers refresh and plump the skin. This results in a softer, more natural look and a quick reduction in the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Dermal fillers, often known as injectable gels, are composed of stable, non-animal hyaluronic acid. Because of its similarity to naturally occurring hyaluronic acid, the gel is mild on tissues. It’s effective but temporary.

Dermal fillers are injected into the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, leaving a more youthful and refreshed appearance. The effects of a single treatment can be seen almost immediately and typically endure for 6-9 months. Dermal filler injections can restore a more youthful and refreshed appearance to the face without altering the patient’s ability to show emotion. Dermal fillers allow you to subtly correct the effects of time on your face without resorting to drastic measures.

Dermal fillers can be utilized for many different purposes, including skin rejuvenation, lip enhancement, cheek and chin contouring, and wrinkle removal.

Dermal Filler Experience

Before starting therapy, we will schedule a consultation to evaluate your concerns and discuss your medical history. Please inform us of any medical conditions, including but not limited to allergies, blood clotting issues, skin ailments, and neurological disorders. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen) will also be explored since they may cause issues when applying fillers later. 

It would be best if you refrained from smoking for at least two weeks before and after fillers, although the operation is non-invasive. The slow healing process is made more difficult by the constriction of blood vessels caused by smoking.

Some additional topical anti-aging drugs, including retinoids, should also be avoided. Make sure you’re well-hydrated on the day of surgery, but avoid alcoholic beverages the night before.

It is standard practice to clean the afflicted areas and sometimes provide a local anesthetic before beginning treatment. Depending on the extent of the procedure, we may need to use more of the numbing chemical lidocaine, found in numerous fillers. We’ll inject the dermal fillers into the deeper layers of your skin. We estimate that the whole thing will take one hour.

After receiving treatment, the majority of patients see an improvement almost immediately. Although we recommend taking things easy for at least two days to help the healing process, fillers only require a little rest. It would be best if you also refrained from massaging, rubbing, or scratching the treated areas so as not to dislodge the filler.

The length of time that each effect lasts will vary. Some patients only need dermal filler injections once every six months, while others may see more improvement with more regular sessions. Some areas, like the lips, will lose their injected plumpness a little faster than others, like the nasolabial folds.

Benefits Of Dermal Fillers

Using dermal fillers stimulates the body to produce more collagen and elastin. Reduced production of these molecules is a natural consequence of aging; however, hyaluronic acid in fillers can promote new cell regeneration.

Some other cosmetic procedures can require you to miss work for weeks and even cause disruptions in your personal life. There is virtually little recovery time associated with fillers so you can return to your routine immediately.

Dermal fillers are often used in conjunction with wrinkle relaxers like Botox and Dysport. Botox and Dysport’s anti-muscular-contractive effect can delay the deepening of lines and wrinkles.

The visibility of scars can be reduced with the help of fillers. Scars can be less noticeable after being treated with hyaluronic acid. Compared to other, more drastic procedures, they provide a more natural and understated impression.

This method is effective on all skin tones and is temporary. You can give it a shot and see if it helps you achieve your goals.

Enjoy The Effectiveness Of Dermal Fillers Today!

Dermal fillers are injectable cosmetics that can make you look younger without surgery or a lengthy recovery period. Our Gig Harbor Aesthetics clinic has several different types of dermal fillers. We have a knowledgeable staff standing by to address your concerns as we help you determine the best course of action to take to get your desired cosmetic results. If interested in our services, don’t hesitate to contact us today!

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