What Should You Know about Dermal Fillers?

Just like Botox and other neurotoxin treatments effectively tackle wrinkles on the upper third of the face, dermal fillers have surged in popularity for their ability to reverse wrinkles, plump thin lips, enhance contours, and more. Many different fillers have gained FDA-approval over the past few years, and each offers its own unique benefits for the skin. Curious about dermal fillers and considering getting your own treatment for the first time? This quick guide will tell you everything you need to know.

What Are Dermal Fillers?  

Dermal fillers are light gel formulas that are injected into the skin to serve a certain cosmetic purpose. The majority of dermal fillers are designed to combat signs of facial aging. A few of the most common uses of dermal fillers include adding volume to the cheeks, smoothing out deep wrinkles and creases, and plumping thin lips.

How Are Dermal Fillers Different From Botox?

While Botox temporarily reverses wrinkles by relaxing the facial muscles responsible for the contractions that form wrinkles, dermal fillers add ingredients into the skin like hyaluronic acid and CaHA to generate extra volume that can reverse signs of aging. The results of dermal fillers tend to last much longer than Botox as well; Botox needs to be touched-up every four months, but some dermal fillers can longer than two years!

What Are the Most Effective Dermal Fillers?

Juvederm, Restylane, and Radiesse are families of fillers that offer different injection options in order to meet very specific skincare needs. For example, Juvederm XC is best to reverse smile lines and marionette lines, while Juvederm Voluma is specially formulated to restore lost volume to the mid-face region. Each dermal filler family targets specific problems associated with aging, like Restylane Silk that can be used to enhance the lips and smooth away vertical lip lines.

Dr. Todd Besnoff at Ultimate Image Cosmetic Medical Center specializes in dermal filler injection treatments, so you can trust him to create beautiful and youthful results that you will love. Call (727) 799-7000 to schedule an appointment at Ultimate Image in Clearwater, Florida today. It won’t take long for you to realize just how easily dermal fillers can enhance your appearance and complexion.