DERMAL FILLERS
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected into the skin to fill in the grooves where wrinkles occur, restoring a smoother appearance. Our clinic carries products that have a proven safety record and include Restylane, Emervel, Juvederm and Radiesse. These fillers in particular are hyaluronic acid-based, a molecule actually produced in the human body. These products are temporary because they are eventually reabsorbed by the body. Some patients may need more than one injection to achieve the effect they are looking for. The effect lasts between six to eighteen months depending on the product used, the location it is placed and patient-specific factors. Dermal fillers can be used in the following ways:
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Filling in wrinkles, fine lines and deep creases
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Improving imperfections including certain scars
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Filling out thin or wrinkled lips
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Plumping up cheeks
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Contouring the jaw line and other areas of the face
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Filling aged hands