What are dermal fillers?
Dermal fillers can plump the skin, filling in deepened lines and volumizing tissue to restore a more youthful appearance. Fillers can be used for a variety of enhancements, including reducing fine lines, highlighting facial contours, and adding volume to lips.
Dermal fillers are generally hyaluronic acid-based, a natural substance found in the body, responsible for retaining moisture and giving skin a supple, youthful look. Hyaluronic Acid-based fillers are not permanent, as your body will metabolize the filler with time.
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Using dermal fillers is an effective, non-surgical way to give your skin a refreshed, youthful appearance, and natural results.
Our surgeons will utilize expert techniques and an artistic approach to refine your beauty with custom injectables.
What are the benefits?
After receiving dermal fillers at Optum Plastic Surgery in New York, you can expect:
- Improved facial contours
- Smooth, glowing skin
- Increased volume and fullness
- Renewed self-confidence
- No downtime
- Beautiful, natural results
Who is the ideal candidate?
Candidates for dermal fillers often lack facial volume, have pronounced lines and wrinkles, or desire improved facial contours. Ideal candidates are in good physical and mental health. It is also important for candidates to have realistic expectations.
What can I expect from recovery?
Dermal fillers are done in-office and require no significant recovery time. You may experience slight swelling, bruising, or soreness at the injection site. You will be able to return to normal activity shortly following treatment.
What options are available?¹
| Filler category |
Examples |
Common uses |
Approximate duration |
Benefits |
| Hyaluronic Acid (HA) |
JUVÉDERM®, Restylane® |
Softens wrinkles, adds volume to cheeks and lips, smooths nasolabial folds, and enhances facial contours. |
6-12 months |
HA is a naturally occurring substance in the body, so the fillers tend to be well-tolerated and reversible. |
| Poly-L-lactic Acid (PLLA) |
Sculptra® |
Treats volume loss in the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes. |
2+ years (due to collagen stimulation) |
Gradual and natural-looking results that develop over time as collagen is produced. |
Frequently asked questions
What steps are typically involved when getting dermal fillers?
Most dermal fillers require premedication with a topical anesthetic prior to injection in order to ensure optimal patient comfort. Once numb, multiple small injection sites will be utilized to place the filler product in the ideal location to achieve the best aesthetic results.
What are the risks of dermal fillers?
Risks of dermal fillers include, but aren’t limited to, bruising, swelling, asymmetry, and inadequate fill volume.
What results can I expect after dermal fillers?
Expected results will vary from patient to patient, depending on each individual’s aesthetic goals and the amount of product used. Some patients desire volume enhancement while others are looking for wrinkle reduction.
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