What Are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are injectable gel-like substances used to treat a wide range of cosmetic issues in the face and hands, including diminished volume, fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. Several different companies make fillers, and each has its own unique formulations, which are useful for treating distinct problems in separate areas of the face. By filling in certain areas of the face, we can contour and create the visage you’ve always dreamed of. Over time, dermal fillers are slowly absorbed by the body and most last anywhere from 12 to 18 months before necessitating a touch-up.

Treatment Areas

Our team provides dermal filler injections across a wide range of treatment areas:

  • Lips: Add definition, symmetry, and subtle volume with natural-looking lip fillers that enhance without overfilling
  • Cheeks: Restore youthful contour and lift with cheek fillers that replenish volume lost to aging
  • Nasolabial folds: Soften deep smile lines that run from the nose to the corners of the mouth
  • Marionette lines: Address lines at the corners of the mouth for a more rested appearance
  • Under-eye / tear trough: Reduce hollowness and dark shadows beneath the eyes
  • Jawline and chin: Define and balance facial structure with strategic placement
  • Temples: Restore volume in the upper face for a more youthful, balanced profile

What to Expect: Before, During, and After

Before your appointment, we conduct a thorough consultation to map your facial anatomy and discuss your goals. We review your medical history and set realistic expectations, including showing before and after filler examples that reflect your treatment area.

During the treatment, a topical numbing cream is applied to maximize comfort. Most sessions take 30 to 60 minutes depending on the number of areas treated.

After your dermal filler treatment, you may notice mild swelling or bruising for a few days, which is completely normal. Results are typically visible immediately and continue to settle over two weeks.

How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?

How long dermal fillers last depends on the product used and the treatment area. In general, hyaluronic acid fillers last between 6 and 18 months. Lips tend to metabolize filler more quickly than areas like the cheeks or jawline. RHA fillers, due to their flexible formulation, often maintain results for 12 to 15 months in dynamic areas.

Sculptra, a collagen stimulator rather than a traditional filler, can produce results that last up to two years with an initial series of treatments.

During your follow-up appointments, our injectors will assess your results and recommend a maintenance schedule that keeps your look refreshed without overcorrecting.

Our Fountain of Youth: Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that act as your secret weapon against the signs of aging. These versatile gels restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial features, creating a rejuvenated and refreshed you.

Radiesse

Radiesse works well for deeper wrinkles and volume loss in the lower face and hands.

This longer-lasting filler offers volume restoration and wrinkle correction, particularly for deeper lines and folds. RADIESSE® can:

  • Lift and sculpt cheekbones
  • Enhance chin projection
  • Define the jawline
  • Fill in hip dips
  • Correct cellulite
  • Acne scarring
  • Smooth crepey skin in neck and body
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Sculptra®

Sculptra is ideal for restoring volume in larger areas like cheeks and temples.

This unique filler stimulates your body's natural collagen production, providing a gradual volumizing effect over time. Sculptra® is ideal for:

  • Restoring overall facial volume loss
  • Defining and enhancing facial contours
  • Improving the appearance of deep wrinkles
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Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

HA Fillers are excellent for fine lines and lip, cheeks, & chin enhancements.

This popular type of filler is known for its natural-looking results and ability to address a variety of concerns. Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally found in your skin, so it integrates smoothly and provides subtle plumping to:

  • Smooth fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and eyes
  • Enhance and redefine lip borders
  • Restore volume to cheeks and temples

We carry: JUVÉDERM®, Versa®, RHA®, Restylane®, Belotero®

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Dermal Fillers: Restoring Volume and Fullness

Dermal fillers add volume to specific areas of the face, addressing concerns like:

Loss of facial volume: Cheeks, lips, and temples can be plumped for a more youthful appearance.

Deep wrinkles: Fillers can help smooth out deeper wrinkles and lines that persist even at rest.

Scars: Acne scars or other facial scars can be softened for a more even complexion.

Fillers come in various types, like hyaluronic acid and calcium hydroxylapatite. They add volume to areas like cheeks, smooth deeper wrinkles, and enhance lips. Dermal filler injections take about 45-60 minutes and can provide results lasting 12-18 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dermal fillers administered by a trained injector are considered very safe. We use FDA-approved products and follow strict injection protocols to minimize risk. During your consultation, we will discuss your health history and any contraindications before proceeding.

Yes. One of the advantages of hyaluronic acid-based fillers is that they can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase if you are unhappy with the results or experience a complication. This is one reason HA fillers are widely considered the gold standard for facial rejuvenation.

Good candidates are adults in general good health who want to address volume loss, fine lines, or facial asymmetry without surgery. The best way to find out is to schedule a consultation at our Bethesda med spa, where we will assess your facial structure and discuss your options.

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